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Online ring making tutorials


I started the Make a Ring a Month 2019 challenge at new year (there's still time to join in, you can find the group here >). We have members at all levels of experience in jewellery making so I thought I'd write this blog post sharing some online ring making classes for those that are beginners, those that want to make more advanced designs or those that fancy trying a new technique.

I am only covering classes I can personally recommend here (with the exception of Hattie Sanderson I know all the teachers listed below). I have no doubt that there are loads of resources out there but this will hopefully give a start to those that are interested. If something catches your eye then do click on the link to find out more.
(Just to be clear, I do work for Jewellers Academy but have not been asked to promote their courses and these are not affiliate links).

For beginners in making silver rings

Make a silver ring with Rosie Sanders -  £45
Jewellers Academy
link >




Make a stone set ring with Sophie Arnott (using pre-made settings) FREE
Jewellers Academy
link >



For beginners in wax carving a ring

Make a wax carved ring with Sophie Arnott -  FREE
Jewellers Academy
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Metal clay ring tutorials

Focus on rings with Tracey Spurgin
Craftworx
link >


Leaf-like metal clay rings with Lis-el Crowley $44.95
Craftcast
link >
Claw set ring with Tracey Spurgin £60
Craftworx
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Metal clay enamelled rings with Joy Funnell
Craftcast
link >


Infinity rings with Tracey Spurgin $44.95
Craftcast
link >




Sterling silver clay domed rings Hattie Sanderson $24.95
Craftcast
link >

Can you recommend any online courses or tutorials in ring making? Do add them to the comments below so I can check them out!



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