St Albans School of jewellery

St Albans School of jewellery

learn the art of jewellery making

Discover your creative spark and master the art of jewellery making in historic St Albans.

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Call 07931 738959 or contact info@stalbansofschoolofjewellery.com

our classes and courses

explore, make, inspire

Our jewellery making classes welcome all skill levels, from complete beginners to confident makers. Whether you want to make your own beautiful, wearable pieces, a gift for a loved one or you are interested in a career in jewellery you will be guided by our experienced tutors in a variety of techniques to achieve your goals.

class dates and prices

TERM DATES:

  • Term 1: 14 Jan – 4 March
  • Term 2: 25 March – 15 May
  • Term 3: 3 June – 24 July
  • Term 4: 2 Sept – 23 Oct
  • Term 5: 28 Oct – 18 Dec

about us

Interested in learning the Art of Jewellery Making?

Contact us at St Albans School of Jewellery to find out more about our engaging and informative classes where you can create your own beautiful handmade jewellery. Situated in a beautiful airy barn in the St Albans, Hertfordshire countryside. Our school teaches a variety of techniques. Tutored by two passionate and welcoming artist – jewellers. Our workshops range from one – off taster classes to eight – week courses. Get in touch to discover more.

3 Hour Beginner Taster

Wed, Thurs, & Fri

10am – 1pm |  £115

Who is it for?
Perfect for those who can attend during the week and want a fun, hands-on introduction to jewellery making.

What will you do?
Step-by-step guidance on measuring, cutting, texturing, forming, filing, soldering, and polishing your own handmade silver jewellery.

Projects:
Choose from Polished or Textured Ring, Textured Pendant and Earrings, Embossed Pendant or Charm, Slim Bangle, Stud Earrings, Drop Earrings, Stacker Rings, Cufflinks, Spinner Ring.
You will make 1–2 items, depending on your chosen project. Some projects require more materials and time.

St Albans School of Jewellery 3hr beginner taster

5 Hour Beginner Taster

Sunday (once a month)

10am – 3pm |  £160

Who is it for?
Ideal for those who want a longer, more relaxed introduction to jewellery making.

What will you do?
Step-by-step guidance on measuring, cutting, texturing, forming, soldering, and polishing your own handmade silver jewellery.

Projects:
Choose from Polished or Textured Ring, Textured Pendant and Earrings, Embossed Pendant or Charm, Slim Bangle, Stud Earrings, Drop Earrings, Stacker Rings, Cufflinks.
You will make 1–3 items, depending on your chosen project. Some projects require more materials and time.

8 Week Course

8 Week Beginners Course

Wed, Thurs, Fri & Sun*

10am – 1pm |  £630
Who is it for?
Complete beginners, those who have completed a taster class, or anyone wanting to learn more about jewellery making.
What will you do?
Follow 9 structured beginner projects in silver, building skills each week.

Projects:
Band Ring, Textured Pendant, Slim Bangle, Cabochon Gemstone Ring, Embossed Charm or Pendant, Faceted Gemstone Ring or Pendant, 3D Pillow Pendant, Flush Gemstone Set Pendant.

Sunday Taster

3 Hour Beginner
Taster

Wed, Thurs, & Fri

10am – 1pm |  £115

Who is it for?
Perfect for those who can attend during the week and want a fun, hands-on introduction to jewellery making.

What will you do?
Step-by-step guidance on measuring, cutting, texturing, forming, filing, soldering, and polishing your own handmade silver jewellery.

Projects:
Choose from Polished or Textured Ring, Textured Pendant and Earrings, Embossed Pendant or Charm, Slim Bangle, Stud Earrings, Drop Earrings, Stacker Rings, Cufflinks, Spinner Ring.
You will make 1–2 items, depending on your chosen project. Some projects require more materials and time.

5 Hour Beginner
Taster

Sunday (once a month)

10am – 3pm |  £160

Who is it for?
Ideal for those who want a longer, more relaxed introduction to jewellery making.

What will you do?
Step-by-step guidance on measuring, cutting, texturing, forming, soldering, and polishing your own handmade silver jewellery.

Projects:
Choose from Polished or Textured Ring, Textured Pendant and Earrings, Embossed Pendant or Charm, Slim Bangle, Stud Earrings, Drop Earrings, Stacker Rings, Cufflinks.
You will make 1–3 items, depending on your chosen project. Some projects require more materials and time.

8 Week Beginners Course

Wed, Thurs, Fri & Sun*

10am – 1pm |  £630
Who is it for?
Complete beginners, those who have completed a taster class, or anyone wanting to learn more about jewellery making.
What will you do?
Follow 9 structured beginner projects in silver, building skills each week.

Projects:
Band Ring, Textured Pendant, Slim Bangle, Cabochon Gemstone Ring, Embossed Charm or Pendant, Faceted Gemstone Ring or Pendant, 3D Pillow Pendant, Flush Gemstone Set Pendant.

St Albans School of Jewellery 3hr beginner taster
8 Week Course
Sunday Taster
For those who have completed a beginner course or who have previous experience making and wish to continue.
Our classes are for everyone from beginners through to advanced makers, our school offers something for all levels of skill and experience. Whether you want to make a gift for a loved one or you’re interested in a career in jewellery. We work closely with you to help you achieve your goals through demonstration of relevant techniques to each project.

3 Hour Ad Hoc Class

Wed, Thurs, & Fri

10am – 1pm |  £85

Who is it for?
Beginners through to advanced makers who want flexibility and to explore their own ideas.

Materials:
Materials and consumables (solder, saw blades, emery paper) are not included but available for purchase at the studio.

St Albans School of Jewellery 3 Hour Ad Hoc Class

5 Hour Ad Hoc Class

Sunday

10am – 3pm |  £135
Who is it for?
Weekend makers, or those wanting a longer session. Suitable for beginners (after a taster or course) through to advanced.
What will you do?
Work on your own designs or explore intermediate and advanced techniques.
Materials:
Materials and consumables (solder, saw blades, emery paper) are not included but available for purchase at the studio.
St Albans School of Jewellery 3hr beginner taster 5hr Hour ad hoc

8 week course

Wed, Thurs, & Fri

10am – 1pm |  £495
Who is it for?
Those with some experience or who have completed a taster class and want to develop further.
Materials:
Materials and consumables (solder, saw blades, emery paper) are not included but available for purchase at the studio.
St Albans School of Jewellery 8-week courses

3 Hour Ad Hoc Class

Wed, Thurs, & Fri

10am – 1pm |  £85

Who is it for?
Beginners through to advanced makers who want flexibility and to explore their own ideas.

Materials:
Materials and consumables (solder, saw blades, emery paper) are not included but available for purchase at the studio.

5 Hour Ad Hoc Class

Sunday

10am – 3pm |  £135
Who is it for?
Weekend makers, or those wanting a longer session. Suitable for beginners (after a taster or course) through to advanced.
What will you do?
Work on your own designs or explore intermediate and advanced techniques.
Materials:
Materials and consumables (solder, saw blades, emery paper) are not included but available for purchase at the studio.

8 week
course

Wed, Thurs, Fri

10am – 1pm |  £495
Who is it for?
Those with some experience or who have completed a taster class and want to develop further.
Materials:
Materials and consumables (solder, saw blades, emery paper) are not included but available for purchase at the studio.
St Albans School of Jewellery 3 Hour Ad Hoc Class
St Albans School of Jewellery 3hr beginner taster 5hr Hour ad hoc
St Albans School of Jewellery 8-week courses

Gift Cards

Looking to gift someone a workshop experience? Gift cards are available from £85, perfect for treating a jewellery lover to hands-on creativity.
St Albans School of Jewellery gift card

Bespoke Commissions

We also offer bespoke jewellery commissions, working closely with you to design and create one-of-a-kind pieces crafted to your style and story.
St Albans School of Jewellery bespoke jewellery commissions

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Start your jewellery making journey today today in the heart of St. Albans, Hertfordshire.

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what you can learn

Interested in learning the Art of Jewellery Making?

Learn to create your own unique jewellery using both traditional and contemporary techniques. Explore working with metal and other materials as you develop your skills and confidence, learning to design and make pieces that reflect your own ideas and creativity.

Taught by experienced jewellery designers Martin Hopton and Tracy Furlong in their St Albans studio, these classes offer an inspiring and welcoming environment for students of all levels; whether you’re a complete beginner, looking to build on existing skills, or simply trying a taster workshop.

bespoke workshops

Celebrate creativity with a private jewellery-making experience designed just for your group. Perfect for corporate events, team-building, birthdays, or bridal parties, our bespoke workshops combine expert guidance with a relaxed, inspiring atmosphere, a memorable way to connect, create, and take home something truly personal.

testimonials

"I started learning to make jewellery with Martin around 7 or 8 years ago now and got totally hooked straight away. When the studio moved, I followed. I drive quite a long way to get there, but I’d happily drive even further. Tracy and Martin aren’t just professional jewellers, but also fantastic teachers and craftsmen, and they’ve managed to create a studio where everyone feels welcome and inspired. It’s become my treat to myself, a really special time each week."

Susanne

"I signed up for classes with Martin and Tracy at their studio/workshop in St Albans three years ago and have been attending one morning a week most of the time since then. It’s been great to learn a completely new skill and to make one-off pieces of jewellery for myself and the family – including a simple gold wedding ring for my son when he got married last year. It’s fun and addictive – and my Wednesdays wouldn’t be the same without it."

Judy

"Having embarked on numerous jewellery courses over the years, I have enormous respect for the skill, expertise and experience that Martin Hopton and Tracy Furlong have. They offer superb teaching in the best workshop any student could dream of. I would recommend courses at The St Albans Jewellery School above all others."

Fiona

"The tuition at The St Albans School of Jewellery is second to none; as well as benefiting from decades of their design and teaching skills and experience in the jewellery industry, I enter each week into a calm, friendly and extremely creative environment with stunning countryside surroundings. Escapism of the very loveliest kind!"

Becky

"Martin and Tracy are very inspiring professional jewellery designer makers and teachers. They are incredibly patient and always willing to help and guide you through your projects making creative ideas into reality. "

Roanne

"I've been studying with Martin and Tracy for a few months. Jewellery as a hobby, for me, brings together a perfect mix of creativity and technical manual skills. The St Albans School of Jewellery is a wonderful environment to learn and practice this art form in their fully equipped jewellery studio and using the wide range of available tools under the expert guidance of Martin and Tracy."

Ronan

"I attended the St Albans School of Jewellery as a complete beginner, and found Martin and Tracy to be inspiring, supportive and knowledgeable. There was a fantastic mix of technical tuition as well as design inspiration, always in a relaxed, friendly environment. The class can be tailored to suit individual needs, so is perfect for any skill level ~ I highly recommend it!"

Louisa

"About a year ago I met a jewellery designer at a show who had been taught by Martin Hopton and she recommended I went along to meet Martin Hopton and Tracy Furlong to learn how to make jewellery. Being a complete novice, I was very nervous. To say it has changed my life is an understatement. I am taught by two amazing jewellers who are so inspirational, nothing is too much trouble and the patience they have with a beginner is second to none. The passion they have for the art shows through in the design of the studio and the wealth of knowledge they have to share. It is the highlight of my week to go to class. "

Tricia