Overview / Introduction
If you're just
starting out or have dabbled in the jewellery arts
before, you have found the right place. Novus
Jewellery Design Studio will get you started on the
right path. We begin by introducing you to the most
common tools and techniques.
Jewellery class
demonstrations focus on the proper techniques needed
to build a strong foundation for the jewellery and
silversmith arts. With these skills you can design
and create any jewellery project you can dream up.
Class Format:
Each class runs for 2 hours and is taught by Sunette van den Berg, a
registered manufacturing jeweller.
Class Schedule:
No classes are taught on public holidays. During
the week, all our classes are 2 hours long. Weekend
workshops are normally scheduled over a 4 hour
period. Click here for
more information regarding our upcoming workshops.
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Morning Class: |
Afternoon Class: |
Evening Class: |
| Monday: |
No Class |
No Class |
No Class |
| Tuesday: |
10:00-12:00 (2 Hours) |
No Class |
18:00-20:00 (2 Hours) |
| Wednesday:** |
No Class |
No Class |
18:00-20:00 (2 Hours) |
| Thursday: |
10:00-12:00 (2 Hours) |
No Class |
18:00-20:00 (2 Hours) |
| Friday: |
09:00-11:00 (2 Hours) |
No Class |
No Class |
| Saturday: ** |
09:00-14:00 (5 Hours) |
No Class |
No Class |
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| ** Note: |
Morning studio sessions, Wednesdays and Saturdays 09:00-14:00 (5 Hours), is normally reserved for scheduled workshops, unless prior arrangements have been made with Sunette. When in doubt ... ask. |
Class / Course Duration:
The duration of the jewellery classes is up to you! Most of
the basic techniques required to become self
sufficient in jewellery design and manufacturing is taught in the first
6 projects (Most projects can be completed within a
regular 2 hour class).
During the first 3 projects you will be
working in copper. Once these have been completed
successfully, students move on to 3 projects in
sterling silver.
Once all 6 basic projects have been
completed, students create their own designs. These
designs are then brought to life by using the studio
tools and students are given guidance and advice on
the technical aspects of the manufacturing process.
First 6 Basic Projects
| Project: |
Description: |
Duration: |
Material: |
| Project 1 |
Basic copper wedding band |
1 Class |
Copper |
| Project 2 |
Copper wedding band with a pierced pattern |
1 - 2 Classes |
Copper |
| Project 3 |
Pierced pattern copper cross with wire detail |
2 - 3 Classes |
Copper |
| Project 4 |
Silver "D"-shape or domed wedding band |
2 Classes |
Sterling Silver |
| Project 5 |
Multiple link silver bracelet |
2 - 3 Classes |
Sterling Silver |
| Project 6 |
Silver Ring or pendant with a cabochon stone |
2 - 3 Classes |
Sterling Silver |
| Project 7+ |
Up To You! |
Up To You! |
Up To You! |
Class Fees:
How much does it cost? Well, R140-00 per 2 hour class. That is
R70-00 per hour. All class fees are payable on the
first day of class of every month. Calculating your
monthly class fees: 1 class per week x 4 weeks per
month = R560-00 per month.
Studio Location
Join us in a relaxed, friendly and well equipped
studio workshop in Capital Park, Pretoria with ample
secure parking. If you
enjoy working with your hands and don't mind getting
them dirty, this is for you! Please Note: You will not be allowed access to Novus Jewellery Design Studio without an appointment / prior arrangement with Sunette – 083 450 7486
Tools & Equipment:
You do not need ANY tools or equipment of your
own to start! We will provide you with a complete
list of the correct tools you can acquire over time
so that you are able to enjoy this hobby from home.
We supply a wide variety of jewellery
tools and equipment, from jewellery benches to
jewellery saws, for beginners as well as professional jewellers.
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