We’ve designed a variety of fun and rewarding jewellery workshops for everyone. So whether you’re looking for a quick introduction to jewellery making, or you’re an experienced jeweller looking to upskill, you’ll find something you’ll enjoy. Plus, we’re always happy to work with you to create unique and memorable group experiences.
Jewellery taster
Saturday Afternoon
Beginner
Fee $
150
Tutors
Anna Wallis | Mia Straka | Cheryl Sills | Lucinda Barrett
Date
Saturday 16th November 2024
Time
1:00 pm-4:00 pm
Feel like getting creative on a Saturday afternoon?
Come and learn some new skills and bring a group of friends or make some new ones.
This is a fun introduction to jewellery making at our cosy Grey Lynn studio.
We have a 3 hour jewellery taster where you make a simple ring with the option of a textured surface. To finish up we can have some refreshments and admire each other’s work.
- 3 hour class with refreshments to finish $150
- This includes up to 6g silver, additional silver $3.50 p/gram.
- Minimum four students required.
Fees do not include silver/gold/stones and other selected consumables. These are optional and available to purchase at extra cost.
Withdrawals from class more than 7 days prior to the start of the block will receive a full refund minus a 10% processing fee. No refunds will be offered for cancellations less than 7 days before course commencement. Class dates and times are non-transferable. No refunds will be offered for classes missed due to illness or personal reasons.
Minimum age requirement for all class participants is 14. Students aged 14-16 must be accompanied by an adult attending classes.
Saturday Workshop
Saturday
All Levels
Fee $
250
Tutors
Mia Straka
Date
23rd November 2024
Time
Saturdays 10:00am—4:00pm
Come and join us for a full Saturday workshop.
The classic ring making class is a great introduction to basic metalworking techniques including sawing, shaping, soldering and finishing. You will make a copper ring from sheet metal and a more customised silver ring with your new skills.
Price includes all non-precious metals and up to 6 grams of silver. Any additional silver is charged at $3.50 per gram + GST.
Fees do not include silver/gold/stones and other selected consumables. These are optional and available to purchase at extra cost.
Withdrawals from class more than 7 days prior to the start of the block will receive a full refund minus a 10% processing fee. No refunds will be offered for cancellations less than 7 days before course commencement. Class dates and times are non-transferable. No refunds will be offered for classes missed due to illness or personal reasons.
Minimum age requirement for all class participants is 14. Students aged 14-16 must be accompanied by an adult attending classes.
Monday Morning Class
Monday mornings
All Levels
Fee $
590
Tutors
Mia Straka & Lucinda Barrett
Date
8 Weeks starting Monday 14 October 2024
Time
Mondays 10:00am—1:00pm
This class is open to all levels of jewellery makers. Beginners will make simple ring bands to start and then move onto a bezel setting. If you have made some jewellery before you can come along to learn new techniques or make your own designs guided by our experienced tutors.
This class runs for eight consecutive Mondays.
Cost is $590 plus any precious metals you choose to use*.
Fees do not include silver/gold/stones and other selected consumables. These are optional and available to purchase at extra cost.
Withdrawals from class more than 7 days prior to the start of the block will receive a full refund minus a 10% processing fee. No refunds will be offered for cancellations less than 7 days before course commencement. Class dates and times are non-transferable. No refunds will be offered for classes missed due to illness or personal reasons.
Minimum age requirement for all class participants is 14. Students aged 14-16 must be accompanied by an adult attending classes.
Tuesday evening intro to jewellery
Tuesday evening
All Levels
Fee $
590
Tutors
Cheryl Sills & Elicia Hunt
Date
8 Weeks starting Tuesday 15 October 2024
Time
Tuesdays 6:00pm—9:00pm
This class is now full, please click the Enquire button or email us to register your interest in future classes at workshopsix@gmail.com.
This class is open to all levels of jewellery makers. Beginners will make simple ring bands to start and then move onto a bezel setting. If you have made some jewellery before you can come along to learn new techniques or make your own designs guided by our experienced tutors.
This class runs for eight consecutive Tuesdays.
Fees do not include silver/gold/stones and other selected consumables. These are optional and available to purchase at extra cost.
Withdrawals from class more than 7 days prior to the start of the block will receive a full refund minus a 10% processing fee. No refunds will be offered for cancellations less than 7 days before course commencement. Class dates and times are non-transferable. No refunds will be offered for classes missed due to illness or personal reasons.
Minimum age requirement for all class participants is 14. Students aged 14-16 must be accompanied by an adult attending classes.
Wednesday Morning Class
Wednesday Morning Class
All Levels
Fee $
590
Tutors
Cheryl Sills & Mia Straka
Date
8 Weeks starting 16 October 2024
Time
Wednesday 10:00am—1:00pm
This class is open to all levels of jewellery makers. The beginners will make simple ring bands to start and then move onto making a simple bezel stone setting in a ring or pendant or earrings. If you have made some jewellery before you can come along to learn new techniques or make your own designs guided by our experienced tutors.
Fees do not include silver/gold/stones and other selected consumables. These are optional and available to purchase at extra cost.
Withdrawals from class more than 7 days prior to the start of the block will receive a full refund minus a 10% processing fee. No refunds will be offered for cancellations less than 7 days before course commencement. Class dates and times are non-transferable. No refunds will be offered for classes missed due to illness or personal reasons.
Minimum age requirement for all class participants is 14. Students aged 14-16 must be accompanied by an adult attending classes.
Wednesday Evening Class
Wednesday Evening Class
All Levels
Fee $
590
Tutors
Mia Straka & Lucinda Barrett
Date
8 Weeks starting 16 October 2024
Time
Wednesday 6:00pm—9:00pm
This is an evening class for both beginners and our lovely returning students. Students competent in basic metalworking techniques can join us for diverse making and a friendly supportive environment, email us about about your experience and what you’d like to work on if you’re new to Workshop6. Beginners will gain experience in basic metalworking skills through making a copper ring, silver ring, and a basic bezel stone setting technique, often also a simple pair of earrings.
This class is now full, please contact us to indicate your interest in future classes.
Fees do not include silver/gold/stones and other selected consumables. These are optional and available to purchase at extra cost.
Withdrawals from class more than 7 days prior to the start of the block will receive a full refund minus a 10% processing fee. No refunds will be offered for cancellations less than 7 days before course commencement. Class dates and times are non-transferable. No refunds will be offered for classes missed due to illness or personal reasons.
Minimum age requirement for all class participants is 14. Students aged 14-16 must be accompanied by an adult attending classes.
Thursday Morning Class
Thursday Mornings
All Levels
Fee $
590
Tutors
Cheryl Sills & Lucinda Barrett
Date
8 Weeks starting 17 October 2024
Time
Thursday 10:00am—1:00pm
This class is open to all levels. New students start by making a copper band to familiarise yourself with the tools and learn how to saw, file, shape, solder and polish/texture metal. This is followed by constructing a customised silver band, then we will build on your skills by constructing a bezel setting for a regular cabochon stone. More experienced students can come along with self directed projects or your tutors can suggest some suitable options to build on your interests and skill level.
This class runs for eight consecutive Thursdays 10am – 1pm
Fees do not include silver/gold/stones and other selected consumables. These are optional and available to purchase at extra cost.
Withdrawals from class more than 7 days prior to the start of the block will receive a full refund minus a 10% processing fee. No refunds will be offered for cancellations less than 7 days before course commencement. Class dates and times are non-transferable. No refunds will be offered for classes missed due to illness or personal reasons.
Minimum age requirement for all class participants is 14. Students aged 14-16 must be accompanied by an adult attending classes.
Thursday Evening Class
Thursday Evenings
All Levels
Fee $
590
Tutors
Anna Wallis & Amelia Rothwell
Date
8 Weeks starting 17 October 2024
Time
Thursday 6:00pm—1:00pm
In this 8 week evening class we will introduce you to basic metal working skills through ring making and wax carving for the lost wax casting process for those interested. Returning students are welcome to work on their own projects.
This class runs for eight consecutive Thursdays 6pm – 9pm
This class is now full, please contact us to indicate your interest in future classes.
Fees do not include silver/gold/stones and other selected consumables. These are optional and available to purchase at extra cost.
Withdrawals from class more than 7 days prior to the start of the block will receive a full refund minus a 10% processing fee. No refunds will be offered for cancellations less than 7 days before course commencement. Class dates and times are non-transferable. No refunds will be offered for classes missed due to illness or personal reasons.
Minimum age requirement for all class participants is 14. Students aged 14-16 must be accompanied by an adult attending classes.
Special Group Event
Choose a day that suits you
All Levels
Fee $
Tutors
Varied
Date
To suit you
Time
To suit you
Organising a special event with your workmates, friends or family? We will work with you to create a unique experience you and your friends will remember for years to come with your own handmade jewel to take away. Learn how to construct a customised piece of jewellery, led by established contemporary jewellers at Workshop6. A locally catered lunch/refreshments can also be provided in our sunny studio, centrally located on the border of Grey Lynn and Ponsonby
We can take up to 10 students and suggest a range of projects/timeframes/prices to suit your event. Please enquire to discuss.
From as little as $120 per person for a three hour taster session, we can customise a project to suit your event.
We also offer specialised classes including full weekend workshops for secondary school student groups aged 14 years and over, please contact us to discuss your needs.
The versatile studio and/or meeting space is available to hire by negotiation, including a kitchenette and table to seat 10 comfortably.
Fees do not include silver/gold/stones and other selected consumables. These are optional and available to purchase at extra cost.
Withdrawals from class more than 7 days prior to the start of the block will receive a full refund minus a 10% processing fee. No refunds will be offered for cancellations less than 7 days before course commencement. Class dates and times are non-transferable. No refunds will be offered for classes missed due to illness or personal reasons.
Minimum age requirement for all class participants is 14. Students aged 14-16 must be accompanied by an adult attending classes.