Beginners Jewellery Making Experience

A beginner's jewellery making experience that allows you to take away your own handmade piece of work.

Location

Holywood, UK

Cost:

£230.00 – £480.00 per booking

Duration:

3h 30min

About this experience

Create Something Beautiful—Just You and Your Chosen Few


Looking for a unique and meaningful way to spend time with family, friends, or even just some well-deserved time to yourself? Our Beginners Jewellery Making Experience offers the perfect escape.


Set in our peaceful studio in the stunning Holywood Hills, overlooking Belfast Lough, this hands-on workshop invites you to relax, get creative, and make something truly personal.


Your Private Studio Experience


What makes our experience truly special? It's just for you. When you book a session, the studio is yours—no strangers, no shared bookings. Whether you come with a partner, family or bring a small group of up to three people, the workshop is entirely private. You'll enjoy your creative time together in a calm, welcoming space, guided every step of the way by Ruth, our expert and friendly goldsmith.


Perfect for Every Occasion


This experience is perfect for all sorts of occasions—Christmas gifts, birthdays, Valentine's Day, Mother's or Father's Day, family bonding time, friends' reunions, hen parties, bridal parties, or even a treat while your other half is off golfing!


No previous experience is needed—just bring your curiosity and a sense of fun. Ruth will teach you the basics of traditional jewellery making and help you design and create a beautiful silver piece you'll be proud to wear (or gift!).


Gift Vouchers Available


Looking to surprise someone? Our workshops are available as gift vouchers, complete with a beautifully wrapped certificate. We can post it to you or directly to the recipient—just let us know what suits best.


Workshop Details


Workshops run from 10:00am to 1:30pm and are limited to a maximum of three people, ensuring a peaceful, personalised experience every time. If you're a larger family or group, we're happy to accommodate you by special arrangement.


Come for the creativity. Stay for the view. Leave with a handmade treasure and memories that last.


We look forward to welcoming you to our studio.


 

Just click on the link below to go to the gift vouchers.

 


 

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(Photo Credit - Ards and North Down Borough Council)

What do I need to do next to book My Experience?

If you already know the date you would like to join us, simply open the experience you want, choose how many people are taking part, and follow the questions through checkout.

If you are still deciding on a date, or you are treating someone to a thoughtful present, you can purchase one of our gift vouchers. We are happy to print a physical certificate for you, just let us know and we can post it to you or directly to the recipient. The person receiving the voucher will get a code to enter on our website when they choose the day they would like to visit.

We usually welcome between one and three people for our jewellery making experiences, although we can accommodate larger groups for special occasions. We are also beginning to offer studio tours for bigger groups, where Ruth will provide a relaxed talk and demonstration.

There is a small gift shop at the studio where most payment methods are accepted, and it is open by appointment.

What do I need to bring?

Only a camera or phone to help capture your memories and laughter of your quality time with Ruth, your family and friends. All materials, machinery, tools and refreshments are included.

How long will it take?

This Jewellery Making Experience lasts around 4.5 hours. The time will fly by and we are relaxed about the timings, so let us know if you have other plans we need to workaround.

Do I need any experience?

No experience is required as Ruth will explain everything and should you want her to will even do some of the bits if you would rather not do. Ruth has a natural talent of putting people at ease and any thoughts of 'I'm not very creative' will quickly disappear as you relax and enjoy the 'Craic' as the laughter levels increase in our workshop.

Where is NI Silver?

We are located in the beautiful Holywood Hills, County Down. We will send you our address once your booking has been confirmed. We are less than 10 minutes from Belfast, if the traffic is behaving itself.

What can I make?

You can make texured rings, bangles, pendants or earrings. These experiences have been designed for complete beginners. Ruth will take the time to explain the different making processes before you safely get involved. These experiences have been designed to fit in the 3-4 hours, so unfortunately we do not have time to cover more advanced skills such as stone setting. If you want to use gold or other precious metals please discuss this with Ruth before your experience. (ruth@nisilver.com)

Can I bring my own design?

Of course you can, all we would ask is that you discuss your ideas with Ruth before your experience. This will allow Ruth and you to refine any design ideas, to confirm what is possible within the timescales and also ensure that Ruth has the right materials for you to work with.

Optional Extras

Chains are not included with pendants and can be bought separately - sizes 16-20 inch sterling silver snake chains in stock. We also have our own gift shop, just in case you need some other gifts :))

What our Customers Say

  • The whole experience was amazing from start to finish. Ruth was so friendly and accommodating making us feel as if we were her lifelong friends. We loved making our rings (with lots of Ruth’s help of course) and we felt so proud of ourselves. Ruth and Steve welcomed us into their beautiful home and garden and provided us with a delicious array of food and drinks in their outdoor igloo. Overall it was a relaxing, creative and bonding experience which we would highly recommend.

    Kerry and her Mum

  • If you're looking for that unique treat or experience,then a jewellery making workshop with Ruth at NI Silver is a must! I had such a fun time not only watching Ruth demonstrate her skill, but then making my own bespoke silver ring and of course enjoying Steve's great hospitality. What a perfect day!  Thank you.

    Anne F,

  • My husband and I were gifted a workshop experience and we weren't too sure what to expect, but Ruth at NI Silver made the morning an absolute pleasure. She was knowledgeable and funny, chatting away whilst showing us the steps we needed to do, and then stepping back to let us have a good go! We all had a great time and I would 100% recommend the workshop experience to anyone - I'll definitely be back some time for another go!

    Megan C
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