by eanjewellery | Oct 22, 2024 | Jewellery Classes
Just One Thing, a BBC program hosted by Dr. Michael Mosley, is dedicated to exploring small, actionable lifestyle changes that can significantly improve health and well-being. Each episode focuses on a scientifically supported habit that can enhance everyday life, such as improving sleep or incorporating more physical activity.
Dr. Michael Mosley’s groundbreaking work continues to inspire me every day—his passion for improving health and well-being through simple, practical steps has been a guiding light in both my personal life and professional journey.
Practical Tips to boost mental and physical health
Available as both a podcast and TV show, “Just One Thing” provides practical tips to boost mental and physical health. Episodes cover a wide range of topics, including cold showers for energy, practising gratitude for better mood, and breathing techniques for relaxation.
On October 21, 2024, the episode focused on the benefits of learning a new skill by dedicating just 20 minutes a day to practise. Dr. Mosley highlighted how consistently engaging in new activities sharpens the brain, builds mental agility, and stimulates neural connections. Whether learning a language, instrument, or new hobby like painting, the act of learning promotes cognitive health by improving concentration and memory.
The benefits of daily practise
The episode emphasised the long-term cognitive benefits of daily practice, including enhanced focus, memory retention, and emotional well-being. Learning something new is one of the simplest ways to maintain mental sharpness and overall brain health at any age.
These principles can also apply to learning how to make silver jewellery. Dedicating just 20 minutes a day to this craft can:
- Stimulate cognitive growth through precision and problem-solving.
- Boost creativity and memory by engaging in the design and creation process.
- Offer emotional benefits by reducing stress and promoting mindfulness.
Learning a new skill: Two Ways
If you’re ready to experience the joy of creating something beautiful, why not try your hand at silver jewellery making? Join me, Elizabeth, for an in person taster class where you’ll learn the basics and craft your own unique piece. Click here to check availability and book your spot online today! Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out on this creative and rewarding experience!
Or why not learn the mindful skill of jewellery making at home in your own time? Click here to sign up to my online course and follow Dr Mosley’s 20 minute a day suggestion for yourself.
by eanjewellery | May 23, 2022 | Jewellery Classes, Press / News
Yesterday I told you I had announcement to make today and here it is.
Your complete beginners guide to creating a silver ring at home is here…
Through bite sized videos and a comprehensive workbook this online course will equip you with all the knowledge to make a beautiful silver ring to be proud of…
Does this sound like you ?
- You’re curious about jewellery making but don’t know where to start, unsure what jewellery tools you need or whether you’ll enjoy jewellery making.
- You’d love to learn jewellery making but don’t want to spend loads of money or join a membership, academy or college.
- The courses you’ve researched are too long, not available right now, aren’t near you, not at convenient times, are fully booked or require a big commitment
Imagine all of this made easy…
- This online course will set you up at home by following easy videos showing you how to set up your workspace. Tool lists broken down into 8 steps to follow the course. Estimated tool costs so you can plan and spread your budget as you want. Included are 5 videos, done for you tool lists, clickable links to reputable tool suppliers.
- This online course will guide you through the making process from start to finish with easy to follow videos so you can take the course in your own time, at your own pace. Turn your idea into reality and create a beautiful silver ring you can wear forever. Included are 1hour and 50 minutes of video tutorials and a 31 page workbook.
- This online course will support you all the way by joining a FB community of other students taking this course. Share your progress with others, enjoy a fun learning experience together and network opening possibilities to buy and sell second hand jewellery tools with past and present students. Included are: dedicated FB group, homework hashtags, FAQ topics
On this course you’ll get lifetime access to:
- Clear instructional videos showing you how to set up your workspace at home
- Videos talking you through the jewellery tools you’ll need for this course
- A list of my recommended tool and silver suppliers
- 1 hour and 50 minute of step by step video tutorials walking you through my 8 proven steps to make a silver ring
- Worth £125
A 31 page comprehensive workbook including:
- Step by step written instructions
- Safety tips
- Before and after expectations for each step of the course
- Jewellery tools needed for each step of the course
- Direct links to researched tool suppliers to save you money
- Top tips
- Fun homework prompts
- Suggested hashtags to share progress pics
- Worth £85
Supportive Community:
- Learn from your award winning jeweller and teacher who’s made over 1000 rings to date.
- The opportunity to join a supportive community over on a dedicated FB group where you can connect with other students taking this online course, ask questions and find answers to FAQs
- Worth £££
Bonuses:
- A tools and consumables list with estimated costs so you can budget accordingly
- Done for you ring length calculator
- Coupon code for a free ring multi-sizer
- Worth £59
Total value of the above is worth £269+
But it’s yours today for only £59.99
FAQs
Q: How much do I need to spend on jewellery tools. A: I’ve calculated you’ll need approx £40 on consumables and £100 on tools. Because I’ve broken down the tool lists for each step you can spread your spending and only order tools as and when you need them.
Q: How much space will I need? A: You’ll need a table and a chair. I started making jewellery on an office desk but you can use the kitchen table, a desk or pick up an old table from a charity shop.
Q: I’ve never used tools before and am worried about safety. A: I include lots of safety tips in my tutorials and as long as you follow those and are sensible you should be fine. If you have any concerns please contact me.
Q: I’m not based in the UK, is this online course for me? A: Yes, this course if for anyone who wants to learn the basics of silver jewellery making. Whilst there are links to reputable suppliers based in the UK you can research for tool suppliers nearer to you. Please be aware that if you order tools and bullion from abroad you may be charged import taxes. Check your local import export rules.
In making this online course I’ve scoured the internet and can’t find a stand alone online ring making course like this anywhere in the UK. I’ve also researched some of the best value tools so you don’t have to, just click the links in the course workbook, Easy! Let me bring the jewellery tutor to you, my 22 years of jewellery making expertise are just a click away. If you’re a complete beginner this is the perfect course for you. I’m literally sharing all the info you need to start your jewellery making journey at home and I know you’re going to love it!
Still undecided?
My 100% Satisfaction Guarantee
If you buy and you’re not satisfied here is what I’ll offer you…
So confident am I that you will be able to make a silver ring after completing this course that: if you complete the course and the workbook and are still not able to make a silver ring I will offer you a full refund.
(refund available within 28 days of purchase)
by eanjewellery | Feb 12, 2018 | Jewellery Classes
For the love of jewellery making tools
You may already know that I’m a tool geek… I massive tool geek! Yes, I love all the jewellery making tools I use to make my jewellery. Each tool is designed for a specific job and I love that it helps me carry out a specific jewellery making technique well.
I must mention my love of tools quite often because I regularly receive comments from other jewellers, particularly on Instagram, telling me they love jewellery making tools too!
Shout out for Maun Industry Pliers
Last year I was asked to give feedback on Maun Industries new website. I gladly offered my suggestions and was delighted to receive a personal thank you from them for my efforts. Maun Industries manufacture great quality jewellery tools and I particularly love their parallel action pliers for my jewellery making. Click here to find out more about these Maun pliers.
Since then I’ve developed a good relationship with Maun Industries and have been lucky enough to have my jewellery designs featured on their website and social media. It is wonderful to be chosen by them as a designer who uses their tools for jewellery making. Thank you so much Maun Industries.
I originally bought my Maun parallel action pliers back in 2002 and they are still going strong. I use them pretty much every day. They are perfect for straightening wire and it’s surprising how often I need to use them in silver jewellery making. I really believe they will last me a lifetime.
As a teacher, I’m always recommending tools to my students in my jewellery making classes. You may have read my previous post “what jewellery tools to I need” in which I recommend tools for budding jewellery designers to get as part of a beginners jewellery making tool kit?
Want to try your hand at silver jewellery making?
If you’d like to know more about jewellery making tools and how to use them why not read more about my jewellery making classes here. You can try a class without committing to a course so they are perfect for busy people with big or small jewellery making projects.
What’s your favourite tool?
Are you a jewellery designer / maker? A hobbiest or a professional? What is your favourite jewellery making tool and why? Let me know in the comments below. It would be great to hear from you.
by eanjewellery | Nov 16, 2016 | Jewellery Classes
Google Review
I’m delighted to say that I recently received a Google review from a lovely customers of mine.
For me it’s invaluable to receive a Google review as it gives potential customers or students impartial information about my jewellery business. I can tell you that I love my job with a passion and want to give my very best to all my customers but doesn’t it sound even more convincing coming from those who’ve actually experienced it for themselves? If people find my business as a result of a Google Search or on Google Maps they can read a public Google review that my customers have left.
Click here to read Sue and Laura’s review
Are you one of my customers or students? Would you like to leave a Google review on my business? You can click here to do so and follow the link ‘write a review’.
Click here to leave your review now
Thank you so much, Elizabeth
by eanjewellery | Oct 20, 2016 | Jewellery Classes
What is Sterling Silver?
Customers and students who attend my jewellery classes often ask me what is sterling silver so I thought I’d tell you a little bit more about it. Sterling silver is an alloy, which is a chemically combined mix of two different metals. The two different metals contained in sterling silver are silver and copper. Sterling silver is made up of 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper. This is why the hallmark for silver is 925 (see photo). By the way, I only use sterling silver and gold to make my jewellery designs.
The reason why sterling silver is used in jewellery making (and not pure silver) is because the addition of copper makes sterling silver stronger, therefore more durable. This is advantageous for making jewellery as sterling silver is harder than pure silver so it will stay in shape, get less easily scratched and last longer when worn.
Why do some people say they are allergic to silver?
Some people say they are allergic to silver but this is possibly because they have worn jewellery that is made from nickel silver or silver containing some nickel. Nickel can cause allergic reactions in some people. This is generally in the form of a dermatological skin reaction. The content of nickel silver is 60% copper, 20% nickel and 20% zinc. Nickel silver is used by some manufacturers of cheap jewellery and then plated with sterling silver.
Another reason people may say they are allergic to silver is if they use detergent or chemical products that get between their jewellery and their skin. If these chemicals are not washed off jewellery properly it can cause irritation on the skin. Some people may think that they have an allergy to the metal rather than the chemicals that have been in contact with there skin for some time.
The good news is that the Nickel Directive (1994) and REACH Regulation (2006) both restrict the use of nickel in jewellery in the European Union. Supplies of sterling silver for jewellery making in the UK (from reputable suppliers at least) do not contain any nickel at all. Adding to this, all the sterling silver I purchase for my jewellery designs are from the largest UK supplier of precious metal bullion. I am pretty confident that their sterling silver does not contain any nickel.
I hope this post about ‘what is sterling silver’ was useful. Did it give you the information you needed? Do you have any experience of allergies from silver jewellery? Where did that jewellery come from I wonder? Please leave a comment below as I’d be interested to hear from you. Many thanks.
by eanjewellery | Oct 11, 2016 | Jewellery Classes
I really can’t believe that I’ve been teaching jewellery making to adults for 5 years. My first jewellery classes were in October 2011. I’ve been going back through the feedback from my students and found this below from one of my very first students Emma. Emma came for a 3 hour jewellery making workshop which is suitable for beginners, and made this sterling silver ring. Below is the feedback she gave me after one of my jewellery classes:
“Thanks again so much for the class. I can’t believe I learnt so much in such a short space of time and came away with a piece of jewellery I made myself! Thanks for your patient guidance and kindness.” (Student Emma)
It makes me happy when I hear feedback like that. Thanks Emma. I really enjoy teaching silversmithing and jewellery making to my students and long may it continue!
If you want to make a silver ring or want to learn jewellery making, I offer a range of jewellery classes and workshops at my studio in Birmingham. Click here to read about the jewellery making courses on offer.
Got any questions about my jewellery classes? Please leave a comment below, thanks.
