{"product_id":"scots-irish-heritage-ring-making","title":"Scots Irish Heritage Ring Making","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHandmade Scots Irish Heritage Ring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eJoin Ruth in our studio overlooking Belfast Lough for an immersive jewellery session that invites you to step away from modern consumption. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eUnder expert guidance, you will experience the same sensory sensations as an 18th century artisan: the clang of the hammer, the warmth of the flame, and the distinct scent of a workshop in action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eRather than simply buying a mass produced souvenir, you will spend time as your ancestors would have done, crafting your own unique silver ring from a piece of sterling silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\" data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eYour \"Wearable Memory\" To Go\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eOnce the work at the bench is done, we hand over your silver ring to wear straight away:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003eThe Heritage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your handcrafted piece of history, a unique heirloom with its own story and belonging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003eThe Hammer:\u003c\/strong\u003e A precious metal band hand stamped with \"1776\", 13 stars or yours or an ancestor’s initials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003eThe Homeland:\u003c\/strong\u003e A deep personal connection to the skill of those who stood on these same Ulster fields, bridging the gap to the New World.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eFrom Our home to Yours\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eOur home and workshop is nestled in the beatiful Holywood Hills with sweeping views of Belfast Lough and the Antrim Hills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eRuth McEwan, but now McEwan-Lyon, is of Ulster Scots heritage as her father’s blood line came across from Scotland. Having moved away from NI for many years, Ruth settled in Holywood and has retrained into the old skills of making silver and gold jewellery and now enjoys sharing these skills with beginners like you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThere are strong local Holywood connections back to the history of the times when around 200,00 Ulster Scots \/ Scots Irish left Belfast port on boats called names like Nancy and Friendship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWeather permitting you will be able to see the modern boats leaving Belfast taking the same intial journey past our hillside; just as the Titanic did as well. So, with a little imagination you can picture yourself seeing the old boats gliding past. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eHolywood's first Protestant Minister was Rev. Robert Cunningham and he started preaching at the Priory in 1615 and you can still visit the ruins of the Priory today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eIn 1644 the Solemn League and Covenant was brought to Holywood where it was signed by the local populace. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ePerhaps you are visiting Northern Ireland to complete your own family 'circle' of journeys, to see where your ancesters once lived and maybe walk the same hills that they did. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eJoin us to experience some time with us, making jewellery the old way and create your own memories of these Lands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWe end with some storytelling history and a newly created local drink to toast your good health and 'Safe Home'; with a little surprise to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eThe Essentials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003ePrivate Experience:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exclusive to your group, a premium making experience with a professional goldsmith. It is always just you and your guest, 2 people normally, more via discussion; no one else is ever added to your booking time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003eNo Experience Needed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ruth makes the ancient rhythm of the maker easy, fun, and stress free. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sterling Silver, others precious metals are available on request. (14 days notice is prefered and extra costs will be quoted)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003eTiming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roughly 10:00am to 1:00pm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 minutes from Belfast by train or car; parking available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eIf you want to purchase this experience but do not know what day you need or are buying it as a gift for someone else, then a gift voucher is the better option for you.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nisilver.com\/products\/jewellery-gift-vouchers\"\u003eGift vouchers.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eOur other jewellery making experiences can be found by clicking on the links below:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Beginners Jewellery making experience with NI Silver\" href=\"https:\/\/nisilver.com\/products\/beginners-jewellery-making-experience\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #345cd1;\"\u003eJewellery Making Experience\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nisilver.com\/products\/make-your-own-wedding-rings-northern-ireland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMake your own Wedding Rings\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"NI Silver Link to our Claddagh ring making experience\" href=\"https:\/\/nisilver.com\/products\/private-claddagh-ring-making-experience\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMake Your Own Claddagh Ring\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NI Silver","offers":[{"title":"Per Person","offer_id":46457495814198,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2099\/4657\/files\/1780086946160_q7vvazkf.jpg?v=1781899033","url":"https:\/\/nisilver.com\/products\/scots-irish-heritage-ring-making","provider":"NI Silver","version":"1.0","type":"link"}