Have you always wanted to learn how to make your own Terrazo style Jesmonite coasters that are taking over interior design feeds?
Jesmonite is a versatile material, made from a compound and a water-based resin that will create a different effect each and every time, its hard to make two completely identical. The best thing to note about this product is that its safe and non toxic and extremely environmentally friendly too!
Create your own Jesmonite coasters at home with a Terrazo style effect or marble effect. You will learn both techniques and choose to try them out both or just stick with one.
We'll educate you on what the correct measurement of each component is, how to weigh it, mix it, add colours and textural effects to create one of a kind unique Jesmonite coasters. This knowledge will see you through all your Jesmonite making projects.
You will make a pair of coasters in the workshop and we will also show you how to sand your coasters and seal them to make them spill proof as well as pass on our tried and tested tips. You'll finish your coasters by adding some lovely cork pads to add to the bottom of your coasters for that shop bought look!
And if you're feeling generous - they do make rather good gifts! We have lots of tips on how to personalise your coasters for that extra special touch.
Suitable for all levels
Duration:
2 hours
Do I Need to Bring Anything to the Class:
Everything you need is provided for you to use in the class and you will be able to choose from a range of Jesmonite pigments to dye your base colour as well choose the colour chips you would like to incorporate into your coasters.
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Have you always wanted to learn how to use resin and make beautiful contemporary jewellery? Learn how to make these stunning resin earrings in this class. You will use dried flower petals and carefully placed gold leave as well as polymerclay fillings and a wide selection of fine and chunky glitter and metallic flakes. You will use a plant based resin meaning its vegan friendly and unlike other resin, these will not yellow over time and are completely eco friendly. Feel free to add your own dried flowers for a perfect mini keepsake or choose from a selection of prepared petals. We have such a wide selection of earrings and hair clips to choose from - from studs to dangling earrings and some great hairclips - there is alot of choice.
Alternatively they make the best gifts (if you're feeling generous). You will be able to make an impressive 5-8 pairs of unique earrings in the class.
The cost includes postage and packaging cost of sending your earrings back to you once they have set. We will send your earrings back via registered and tracked post. If you prefer to collect your earrings please select the collection option.
Suitable for all levels.
Duration:
2 hours
Do I Need to Bring Anything:
No you don't, everything is provided
Get ready to jump into this fantastic workshop where you master the art of transforming this versatile material into into some inspiring designs. Turn a simple piece of clay into a dazzling pair of earrings that will make your heart sing with joy and your friends will ask you where you bought them!
During this workshop you'll learn the basics of how to manipulate polymer clay and work it into a design, then you'll be shown how turn a piece of clay into stunning pairs of earrings that you will be so proud of they'll barely be out of your ears. You will most likely make 4 to 5 pairs in the class but this really depends on how detailed your design is. This type of clay will have to be baked once you get home, and then assembled, but no fear, we will give you thorough instructions on how to finish off your masterpieces and give you the glue and earring findings you will need to.
Level:
All Levels
Duration:
2 hours
Do I Need to Bring Anything:
Nothing at all, its all provided for you. You can make as many pairs of earrings or necklace pendants as you like within the workshop.
All our workshops include unlimited tea, coffee and we always have plenty of cake on offer at every workshop and vegan friendly biscuits. If you require gluten free sweet treats please let us know!