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Wirework Classes: Wirework is one of our specialities and we run the widest selection of expert lead wirework workshops available anywhere in Ireland - check out more details below!  
'Ring Making' workshop – Level One – Full Day Workshop Learn how to make stunning rings with wire, crystals and beads. Each ring is individual and you can be as delicate or as Bling as you choose! The workshop begins at 10.00 a.m. and finishes at 3.00 p.m. with a 45 Minute Lunch break. What will I learn? 1. What tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Wire and materials needed
3. Step-by-step techniques to make your very own ring designs to take home with you.
During the workshop you will make several different style rings, using silver coated wire, buttons and beads. We teach all the fundamentals for making wire rings and this course is an excellent introduction to ring making. While we state that 'no experience is necessary' for this workshop, some of the designs need strength in your hands in order to be able to twist and wrap the wire. Please take this into consideration and feel free to contact us if you have any questions. How much will it cost?
The 1 day Ring Making Workshop is €75 and includes materials (Swarovski crystals, buttons, beads and semi-precious gems), use of tools and light refreshments. You are also welcome to bring your own beads to use at this workshop. Times: 10.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m. Dates: 10th April, 16th May, 20th June, 17th July, 12th September or 24th October, 2010 book now! Also Available as an evening course on May 11th, June 29th, September 9th, October 19th or November 11th, 2010 - 6.00 p.m. - 9.00 p.m. 
Ring Making Workshop - Level 2 - Full Day Workshop! Learn how to make stunning rings with wire, crystals and beads! Each dress ring is individual and you can be as delicate or as bling as you choose! The workshop begins at 10.00 a.m. and finishes at 3.00 p.m. with a 45 minute lunch break. What will I learn? 1. What tools are required and how to use them safely.
2.
Wire and materials needed
3. Step-by-step techniques to make your
very own ring designs to take home with you. Ring styles: Learn to make a charm ring, manoeuvre wire to make a
Celtic style wire wrap ring, how to wire wrap stones with no holes, wire
sculpture ring, charm ring and make two styles of beaded rings (all
different to the styles taught on the level one workshop)
During
the workshop you will make several different style rings, using silver
coated wire, crystals and beads. While we state that 'no experience is
necessary' for this workshop we would recommend that you attend the
level 1 workshop first. Also some of the designs need strength in your
hands in order to be able to twist and wrap the wire. Please take this into consideration and feel
free to contact us if you have any questions.
How much
will it cost?
The 1
day Ring Making Workshop Level 2 is €75 and includes materials
(Swarovski crystals, buttons, beads and semi-precious gems), use of
tools and light refreshments Dates: 27th
June (Sun), 4th September (Sat) and 27th November (Sat) 2010 - Book Now
Wirework – An Introduction - Full Day Workshop Learn how to create beautiful jewellery with little or no previous experience. You will create and keep a pair of earrings, a bracelet and necklace using wire twisting techniques. Learn step-by-step how to design your matching jewellery set, discover what tools and materials are required and the techniques for finishing off your jewellery. We provide a wide selection of quality glass and wooden beads. Come along and make your own individual jewellery designs to take away with you. The workshop begins at 10.00 a.m. and finishes at 3.00 p.m. with a 45 minute lunch break (but this workshop sometimes runs over this time). What will I learn?
1. What tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Wire, beads and findings required to make these items of jewellery
3. Step-by-step techniques to make earrings.
4. Step-by-step techniques to make a wire beaded bracelet.
5. Step-by-step techniques to make a wire twisted necklace. How much will it cost?
The one day Introduction to jewellery making workshop is just €75 and includes materials such as silver plated wire, glass beads, semi-precious gemstones, shells, wooden beads and much more. Use of tools and light refreshments are also included.) Dates: 25th April (Sun), 22nd May (Sat), 19th June (Sat), 28th Aug (Sat), 9th October (Sat) or 5th December (Sun), 2010 - book now! Also Available as an evening course on May 18th, July 6th, September 16th, 21st October or 18th November, 2010 - 6.00 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. 
Beginner Swarovski Crystal Tiara & Fascinator Workshop – Full Day Workshop Suitable for beginners and wire workers with some experience. Learn how to make two different styles of tiara and the basic techniques that can be adapted to make hair combs and pins using wire twisting techniques and incorporating Swarovski crystals. We teach you the techniques to make your own individual designs to take away with you. The workshop begins at 10.00 a.m. and finishes at 5.00 p.m. with 45 minute lunch break. What will I learn?
1. What tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Wire, crystals and materials required to make these items
3. Step-by-step techniques to make: - Alice band style tiara
- Fascinator style hair jewellery
How much will it cost?
This workshop costs just €130 and includes wire, tiara bands, glass beads and a €20 voucher to spend on Swarovski crystal. Crystals and gemstones over and above this value are charged as extras at their usual retail price. Use of tools and light refreshments are included in the price. Dates: 23rd May (Sunday) , 21st August (Sat) or 14th November (Sunday), 2010 - 10.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m. but this workshop can often run over time - Book Now!   Tiara Level II – Full Day Workshop Learn how to make beautiful bespoke tiaras with wire, crystals, components and beads. This class teaches you how to make a tiara band, make tree tiaras and make component tiaras. The workshop begins at 10.00 a.m. and finishes at 4.00 p.m. (but this class can run over) with a 45 minute lunch break. What will I learn?
1. What tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Wire and materials needed
3. Step-by-step techniques to make your very own ring designs to take home with you. Tiara Styles: During the workshop you will make two very different style tiaras, using silver and gold plated wire, crystals, components and beads. For this workshop we would recommend that you attend the level 1 workshop first. Learn to make bespoke bands, tiaras and what shapes and styles suit each individual customer. Learn to make a bespoke tiara band and some of the designs need strength in your hands in order to be able to twist and wrap the wire. Please take this into consideration and feel free to contact us if you have any questions.
How much will it cost?
The 1 day Tiara Workshop Level 2 is €130 includes materials (a €20 Swarovski voucher is provided) use of tools and light refreshments Dates: 27th June (Sunday) or 19th September (Sun) - Book Now!  Combs & Clips – Full Day Workshop
Learn how to create fabulous and funky combs and clips using wire and tools with little or no previous experience. You will create and keep a number of clips and combs using wire twisting techniques and we show you how we make our famous Riverdance combs! Learn step-by-step how to design and create your combs and clips, discover what tools and materials are required and the techniques for finishing off your jewellery. We provide a wide selection of crystal and pearl to use for this design. The workshop begins at 10.00 a.m. and finishes at 3.00 p.m. with a 45 minute lunch break (please note that this class can sometimes run later). What will I learn?
1. What tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Wire, beads and findings required to make these items of jewellery
3. Step-by-step techniques to make combs and clips How much will it cost?
The one day combs and clips course is just €120 and includes materials such as wire, crystal and pearl and much more. Use of tools and light refreshments are also included Dates: 18th April (Sun), 25th July (Sun) or 5th September (Sun), 2010 - Book Now!  New! Wedding Hair Jewellery – Full Day Workshop with Gillian Hughes! Learn how to create fabulous wedding hair jewellery - some of Gillians most popular designs. We'd recommend you have completed the combs and clips course or else have good wire working skills for this workshop. This workshop takes your skills to the next level and shows you how to make and combine pieces to create impressive hair jewellery. You will create and keep a number of combs using wire twisting techniques. Learn step-by-step how to design and create your combs , discover what tools and materials are required and the techniques for finishing off your jewellery. We provide 45 minute lunch break. What will I learn?
1. What tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Wire, beads and findings required to make these items of jewellery
3. Step-by-step techniques to make combs and clips How much will it cost?
The one day intro to wedding hair jewellery course with Gillian is just €120 and includes materials such as wire, crystal and pearl and much more. Use of tools and light refreshments are also included Dates: 11th April (Sun), 29th May (Sat), 15th August (Sun) or 10th October (Sun), 2010 - also see Master Fascinators!  Chainmaille – An Introduction - Full Day Workshop
Learn how to create funky chainmaille jewellery with little or no previous experience. You will create and keep three pair of earrings and a necklace using various traditional and japanese chainmaille techniques. Learn step-by-step how to design your matching jewellery set, discover what tools and materials are required and the techniques for finishing off your jewellery. We provide a wide selection of quality glass and wooden beads and stringing materials. Come along and make your own individual jewellery designs to take away with you. The workshop begins at 10.00 a.m. and finishes at 3.00 p.m. with a 45 minute lunch break. What will I learn?
1. What tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Wire, beads and findings required to make these items of jewellery
3. Step-by-step techniques to make various types of earrings to practise several techniques.
4. Step-by-step techniques to make a chainmaille necklace.
5. Step-by-step techniques to make several pairs of earrings. How much will it cost?
The one day Introduction to chainmaille jewellery workshop is just €75 and includes materials such as silver plated wire, glass beads, semi-precious gemstones, shells, wooden beads and much more. Use of tools and light refreshments are also included.) Dates: 1st August (Sun) or 3rd October (Sun) - book now!  Woven Wire – An Introduction - Full Day Workshop
Learn how to create funky woven wire jewellery with little or no previous experience. You will create and keep a woven wire necklace and a different woven wire bracelet using various woven wire techniques. Learn step-by-step how to design your jewellery, discover what tools and materials are required and the techniques for finishing off your jewellery. We provide a wide selection of quality glass and wooden beads and stringing materials. Come along and make your own individual jewellery designs to take away with you. The workshop begins at 10.00 a.m. and finishes at 3.00 p.m. with a 1 hour lunch break. What will I learn?
1. What tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Wire, beads and findings required to make these items of jewellery
3. Step-by-step techniques to make a woven wire necklace.
4. Step-by-step techniques to make a different woven wire bracelet. How much will it cost?
The one day Introduction to woven wire jewellery workshop is just €75 and includes materials such as silver plated wire, glass beads, semi-precious gemstones, shells, wooden beads and much more. Use of tools and light refreshments are also included. Dates: 30th May (Sunday) or 18th December (Saturday), 2010 - book now!  
Wire Sculpture – Full Day Workshop Learn how to create a funky intermediate level jewellery using wire and tools - some wire making experience is desirable for this course but not essential. You will create and keep a bracelet, earrings and necklace using wire sculpting techniques. Learn step-by-step how to design and make your jewellery, discover what tools and materials are required and the techniques for finishing off your jewellery. We provide a wide selection of beads, buttons and wire to use for this design. The workshop begins at 10.00 a.m. and finishes at 3.00 p.m. with a 45 minute lunch break. What will I learn?
1. What tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Wire, beads and findings required to make these items of jewellery
3. Step-by-step techniques to make a variety of wire sculptured jewellery How much will it cost?
The one day wire sculpture course is just €70 and includes materials such as wire, buttons and beads and much more. Use of tools and light refreshments are also included. Dates: 15th August (Sunday) or 28th November (Sunday) - Book Now!  MASTERCLASS IN FINDINGS - 3 HOUR WORKSHOP!Learn how to make all your own findings so you will never run out again! This half day workshop teaches you how to mould and make all your own findings to create a perfect finish to any item of jewellery you make. This half day course covers the following findings and don't forget that all the materials are included!What will I learn?
1. What tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Wire, and beads required to make these items (listed below)
3. Step-by-step techniques to make a variety of findings for finishing your jewellery including:- · S-Link
- · Bead Link
- · Wrapped Loop Bead Link
- · Headpin
- · Wrapped Loop Headpin
- · Eye
- · Wrapped Loop Eye
- · Hook
- · Wrapped Loop Hook
- · Toggle
- · Ear Hooks
- · Wrapped Ear Hooks
- · Jump Rings
- · Spring Rings
- · Cord Ends
- · Gemstone Cages
How much will it cost?
The half day findings workshop is €60 and includes materials. Use of tools and light refreshments are also included. Dates: 24th July (Sat) or 18th September (Sat) , 2010 - 9.00 a.m. - 12.00 p.m. (but may run over on time) - Book Now! 
GET JIGGY JEWELLERY – FULL DAY WORKSHOP Learn how to create funky jewellery using wire and a wig jig tool. You will create and keep a bracelet, earrings, pendant and necklace using wire sculpting techniques. Learn step-by-step how to design and make your jewellery, discover what tools and materials are required and the techniques for finishing off your jewellery. We provide a wide selection of beads, crystal, chain and wire to use for this design. The workshop begins at 10.00 a.m. and finishes at 3.00 p.m. with a 45 minute lunch break. What will I learn?
1. What tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Wire, beads and findings required to make these items of jewellery
3. Step-by-step techniques to make a variety of wig jig jewellery How much will it cost?
The one day Get Jiggy course is just €75 and includes materials such as wire, chain, crystal, beads and much more. Use of tools and light refreshments are also included. Dates: 6th June or 30th October, 2010 - Book Now! Also Available as an evening course!   KNITTED CUFF – FULL DAY CLASS Learn how to create a beautiful wire cuff using wire, beads and ribbon. You will create and keep a bracelet using this age old technique – a real merging of the old and the new! Step-by-step how to design and make your jewellery, discover what tools and materials are required and the techniques for finishing off your jewellery. We provide a wide selection of beads and wire to use for this design. The workshop begins at 10.00 a.m. and finishes at 3.00 p.m. with a 45 minute lunch break. What will I learn?
1. What tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Wire, beads and findings required to make this item of jewellery
3. Step-by-step techniques to make a beautiful knitted cuff How much will it cost?
The one day wire knitting Jewellery course is just €65 and includes materials such as wire, crystal, beads and much more. Use of tools and light refreshments are also included. Dates: 2nd May (Sun), 10th July (Sat) or 7th November (Sun), 2010   
CROCHET NECKLACE – FULL DAY CLASS Learn how to create two stylish crochet necklaces (a collar and a long one!) using wire and beads. You will create and keep two necklaces using this age old technique – a real merging of the old and the new! Step-by-step how to design and make your jewellery, discover what tools and materials are required and the techniques for finishing off your jewellery. We provide a wide selection of beads and wire to use for this design. The workshop begins at 10.00 a.m. and finishes at 3.00 p.m. with a 45 minute lunch break. What will I learn?
1. What tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Wire, beads and findings required to make this item of jewellery
3. Step-by-step techniques to make a beautiful knitted cuff How much will it cost?
The one day crochet necklace Jewellery course is just €75 and includes materials such as wire, crystal, beads and much more. Use of tools and light refreshments are also included. Dates: 24th April (Sat) or 18th July (Sun) An Introduction to Charm Style Jewellery – Evening workshop
 Learn how to create beautiful jewellery with little or no previous experience. You will create and keep a pair of earrings and a charm bracelet using pin work and create clusters of beads in the style of charms. Learn step-by-step how to design your matching jewellery set, discover what tools and materials are required and the techniques for finishing off your jewellery. We provide a wide selection of quality gemstones, wood beads and glass beads. Come along and make your own individual jewellery designs to take away with you. The workshop is run as part of our evening schedule. What will I learn?
1. What tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Wire, beads and findings required to make these items of jewellery
3. Step-by-step techniques to make earrings.
4. Step-by-step techniques to make a charm bracelet How much will it cost?
This evening workshop is just £50 and includes materials such as glass beads, semi-precious gemstones, shells, wooden beads and much more. Use of tools and light refreshments are also included. Dates: 4th February, 2010
 Spiral Cuff & Earrings – Evening Workshop Learn how to create a funky cuff and earrings using wire and tools with little or no previous experience. You will create and keep a bracelet and earrings using wire twisting techniques. Learn step-by-step how to design your matching jewellery set, discover what tools and materials are required and the techniques for finishing off your jewellery. We provide a wide selection of swarovski crystal and pearl to use for this design. The workshop is run as an evening workshop. What will I learn?
1. What tools are required and how to use them safely.
2. Wire, beads and findings required to make these items of jewellery
3. Step-by-step techniques to make spiral cuff and earrings How much will it cost?
The evening spiral earrings and cuff course is just €50 and includes materials such as wire, swarovski crystal and pearl and much more. Use of tools and light refreshments are also included Dates: 11th February, 2010 TO GET BACK TO OUR MAIN CLASSES PAGE CLICK HERE!
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