ABOUT US

about st albans school of jewellery

Established in 2009, St Albans School of Jewellery is based in a professional studio owned by designer jewellers Martin Hopton and Tracy Furlong. With more than 35 years of combined experience in designing and making jewellery, we offer classes and courses for anyone keen to learn from their studio in St Albans, Hertfordshire. Specialising in traditional and modern techniques, we provide a creative a supportive atmosphere for students of all levels. Get in touch today to find out more.

tracy and martin

about martin and tracy

Martin is a graduate of, and Associate Lecturer at Central St Martins, University of the Arts, London. He is also a Master Goldsmith, with a vast knowledge and experience in the creation and design of jewellery, accessories, and bespoke watches. He specialises in bold, sophisticated pieces for the discerning wearer.

Tracy is a graduate of Central St Martins, University of the Arts, London. She is a designer jeweller and maker, who specialises in delicate work. She has a keen eye for texture, form, and colour. To view some of Martin and Tracy’s work, visit the links below:

Hopton and Furlong

about our studio

Located at Beaumont Hall Farm, in St Albans, Hertfordshire, our ideal studio is where Martin and Tracy work and teach. They design and make bespoke commissions for clients and also welcome students with varying levels of skill and experience.

Those who are new to jewellery making are taught the fundamentals at the bench. The more experienced students are actively encouraged to develop their own design and making skills through several challenging projects.
If you’ve ever had the urge to get involved in jewellery making, please don’t hesitate to contact us. At St Albans School of Jewellery, you will be taught new skills and techniques that will enable you to produce beautiful and unique handmade pieces.

Friendly and creative classes

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

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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