90 Bits and Pieces
creative #jewellery #workshops in 90 minutes as seen on Sydney Weekender CH7.
Experience an afternoon as a jewellery designer in our studio in a fun, relaxed & friendly atmosphere. Design & create a chain pendant or chandelier earrings & an embellished cocktail ring or cuff. Fossick through trays of vintage bits & pieces from our bead nook: brass filigree, crystals, cameos & stones just to name a few.
Make your assemblages under the expert guidance of Christine Smalley who is the Creative Director & Founder of Etelage. Christine offers a personalised, informative & inspirational experience for every student.
After a creative afternoon why don’t you drop by a small bar or enjoy a coffee & cake at one of the endless cafes & watch the sidewalk show of colourful locals whilst flaunting your newly made creations?
Now also available on Tuesday evenings from 6-7:30pm.
"90 bits & pieces" is our most popular #jewellery #workshop. Book into a class today. We guarantee a fantastic jewellery designer experience.
Upcoming Classes
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90 Bits and Pieces - $69.95
A FAST & FABULOUS JEWELLERY DESIGNER EXPERIENCE! IDEAL MOTHER'S DAY GIFT!
Design & create your own embellished cuff or cocktail ring plus a linked chain pendant or chandelier earrings all in 90 minutes. Make 2 pieces of unique jewellery!
Materials Used: Fossick through trays of vintage & modern bits & pieces: brass filigree, crystals, cameos & stones to create your own pieces of jewellery.
Learn how to embellish using glue & stones plus link beads & charms together.
PRICE INCLUDES ALL MATERIALS
AS FEATURED ON SYDNEY WEEKENDER & OUR MOST POPULAR JEWELLERY DESIGNER EXPERIENCE!
Christine Smalley is the Founder & Creative Director of Etelage. Her signature designs are bold beaded necklaces & intricately detailed earrings. She enjoys sharing her knowledge of jewellery design in jewellery workshops & travels the globe to source beautiful artisan components. Christine draws inspiration from the modern deco 1920s style, 1960s jet set glamour & some 1970s boho chic.
Date and Time
Fast Facts:
Skill Level: No jewellery making skills are required. This workshop is designed for beginners who want to express their creativity & create uniquely individual jewellery designs.
When? Held monthly on Saturday afternoons or Tuesday evenings @ the Etelage studio (for schedule and bookings http://www.etelage.com/workshops/schedule-beginners)
What? Design & create a chain pendant or chandelier earrings plus an embellished cocktail ring or brass cuff using vintage bits & pieces from our bead nook: brass filigree, crystals, cameos, chains & stones.
Cost: $69.95 including all materials.
Incentives: If you want to get serious with your jewellery making, tools & more luscious beads are available for purchase by all students on the day with a 10% discount.
Bookings & Payment:
http://www.etelage.com/workshops/schedule-beginners
Options:
Group Bookings & Private Parties welcome:
min 8 – max 12
Catering:
- Package A
Cost: $12.50 p/p includes cupcakes (x2 each)
displayed beautifully on old world tiered racks & a glass of bubbly or juice on arrival. Mineral water served throughout the entire workshop. - Package B
Cost: $18.50 p/p as above plus tapas platter. (cheese, roasted antipasta, deli meats & gourmet dips)
(Please allow an extra 1 hour if you want a catered package)
Tutor Bio:
Christine Smalley - Founder & Creative Director of Etelage (est 2002) shares her passion for artisan traditions & vintage design. Drawing inspiration from 1920s deco style, 1960s jet set glamour &1970s boho chic governs her artistic expression.
Two instructional beading DVDs later & a business nomination for business innovation (Telstra Awards 2009) Christine continues to pursue excellence in her passion for all things adorned. Christine is also a regular blogger & teacher (incl TAFE, Notebook Magazine's Craftroom 2010 & schools).
Testimonials:
“Enjoyed a creative afternoon for my birthday and loved every minute of it. Chris showed us the assembly basics which were easier than I expected. She then guided us through the design process. I came away with really beautiful & unique pieces and a memorable afternoon shared with my girlfriends. I will definitely be back for more workshops. “ Beth
Booking Information:
- All workshops must be paid in full at time of booking.
- cancellations:
$50 booking fee will be charged for any cancellations and where less than 72 hours notice is given there is no refund permitted.
Etelage reserves the right to cancel or postpone any class. You will be offered an alternative course, credit for a future workshop or a full refund.
- All materials & tools are supplied for jewellery workshops unless specified.