Your hands, your story, their gift, make fold formed mismatched earrings
“Your hands, your story, their gift” is a two-evening jewellery workshop where participants will craft expressive, fold-formed mismatched earrings designed as a meaningful handmade gift. Over two sessions, learners will shape and texture metal using fold forming techniques, explore asymmetry in design, and finish their earrings with care and intention. Whether gifted to a loved one or kept as a personal keepsake, each pair becomes a wearable story forged by hand.
NOTE: Materials for the first pair only will be supplied.
Course fees
Or call us: Call this number: 020 8314 3300
Monday - Friday 10am-3pm
Resin jewellery, getting started
Resin Jewellery: Getting Started is an exciting introduction to the creative possibilities of resin.
Perfect for beginners, this hands-on course focuses on developing the essential skills needed to create beautifully finished, high-quality jewellery. You’ll explore mixing and pouring resin, adding colour, embedding decorative elements, and refining your work to achieve a professional, polished result.
Working on pieces such as pendants, earrings, and charms, you’ll take time to carefully develop your designs, building confidence, precision, and creative control.
By the end of the course, you’ll have created a selection of thoughtfully crafted pieces and gained the skills and inspiration to continue developing your own distinctive designs.
Course fees
Or call us: Call this number: 020 8314 3300
Monday - Friday 10am-3pm
Jewellery for beginners
Discover the art of jewellery-making in this hands-on beginner’s course! Whether you dream of crafting striking statement pieces or delicate everyday wear, this course lays the foundation for turning your creative vision into reality. You’ll explore different metals, learn essential techniques, and make informed design choices – all while sharing ideas and inspiration with fellow makers.
Throughout the course, you will create a range of jewellery items of your choice – rings, earrings, and pendants. You will gain practical experience in working with various metals, developing skills in shaping, texturing, and finishing techniques. By the end, you’ll walk away with the skills and confidence to create unique, wearable jewellery that reflects your personal style. Get ready to spark your creativity and bring your designs to life!
Course fees
Or call us: Call this number: 020 8314 3300
Monday - Friday 10am-3pm
Enamel brooch making for beginners, abstract and figurative
Step into the colourful world of enamelled jewellery and create your own simple abstract or illustrative brooches in this welcoming beginner‑level course. You will explore how enamel transforms metal through heat, learning to apply and layer colour, experiment with decorative techniques, and fire your pieces in the kiln to reveal vibrant multicoloured surfaces.
You will familiarise yourself with properties and possibilities of different enamels through making a series of small sample tiles. Having gained necessary knowledge and confidence, you will then move on to designing and making two finished brooches, following your own design and supported by tutor’s technical instructions and guided demonstrations in cutting and preparing copper, applying enamels, firing safely, and attaching brooch fittings.
By the end, you will have a pair of unique enamelled brooches and a collection of colourful samples that reflect your growing skills, along with the inspiration and confidence to continue exploring enamel and metal in your own creative way.
Course fees
Or call us: Call this number: 020 8314 3300
Monday - Friday 10am-3pm
Jewellery – Pendants, links and chains for beginners
Course fees
Or call us: Call this number: 020 8314 3300
Monday - Friday 10am-3pm
Jewellery for beginners
Discover the art of jewellery-making in this hands-on beginner’s course! Whether you dream of crafting striking statement pieces or delicate everyday wear, this course lays the foundation for turning your creative vision into reality. You’ll explore different metals, learn essential techniques, and make informed design choices – all while sharing ideas and inspiration with fellow makers.
Throughout the course, you will create a range of jewellery items of your choice – rings, earrings, and pendants. You will gain practical experience in working with various metals, developing skills in shaping, texturing, and finishing techniques. By the end, you’ll walk away with the skills and confidence to create unique, wearable jewellery that reflects your personal style. Get ready to spark your creativity and bring your designs to life!
Course fees
Or call us: Call this number: 020 8314 3300
Monday - Friday 10am-3pm
Resin jewellery, inclusions and design
Inclusions and Design explores the creative possibilities of high-quality UV resin jewellery through a focused study of inclusions and their impact on design.
This practical course develops your ability to work confidently with UV resin while experimenting with a range of inclusion materials such as fine sand, shells, sea glass, dried flowers, and feathers. You will investigate how placement, layering, and composition can be used to create depth, balance, and visual interest.
You will select a theme or style such as a coastal or nature-inspired collection and develop a cohesive range of jewellery pieces, including pendants, earrings, or charms.
Emphasis is placed on considered design choices and refined finishing techniques, enabling you to produce distinctive, high-quality pieces suitable to wear, sell, or give as thoughtful handmade gifts.
By the end of the course, you will have created a carefully developed collection that demonstrates your personal style and technical control.
Course fees
Or call us: Call this number: 020 8314 3300
Monday - Friday 10am-3pm
Meet the tutor, make a simple resin pendant
Curious about resin crafting?
Join this relaxed, hands-on taster session where you’ll meet your tutor, explore the basics of working with resin, and create your own simple pendant to take home. Perfect for beginners, this friendly introduction will give you a feel for the materials, techniques, and creative possibilities no prior experience needed!
Course fees
Or call us: Call this number: 020 8314 3300
Monday - Friday 10am-3pm
How to enrol
After you’ve chosen which course you want to do, you need to enrol. You should enrol before the course starts to make sure you get a place.
You can enrol up to three weeks after the start date if there are spaces available.
Enrolment
You can enrol online for most courses on the course page.
Phone: 020 8314 3300
Monday to Friday: 10am-3pm
Evening and Saturday mornings:
Phone: 020 8314 3300
Monday to Thursday: 4.30-7.30pm
Saturday: 9am-1pm
For enrolments during term time only.
You can also enrol in person at any one of our adult learning centres.
We can only accept debit or credit card payments.
Requirements
If this is your first enrolment you’ll need to provide proof of identity. We will accept a photo of one of the following:
- passport
- driving licence
- national ID card
- birth or adoption certificate
- National Insurance card
- credit or debit card
- recent utility bills or bank statements
- Freedom Pass
How to enrol if you get reduced fees
Find out whether you’re entitled to reduced fees when paying for your course.
If you’re entitled to reduced fees, you can enrol online, but you’ll need to pay for the course then claim a partial refund – you can do so by sending copies of any benefits you’ve claimed in the last three months to adultlearning@lewisham.gov.uk.
Your hands, your story, their gift, make fold formed mismatched earrings
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Learning aims
- Learn the art of fold forming, understand and practise basic fold forming techniques including annealing, hammering, and unfolding to create sculptural metal forms.
- Design with meaning and asymmetry, explore how mismatched earrings can tell a story through contrast, texture, and form encouraging personal expression in design.
- Craft a gift-ready pair of earrings, complete and finish a unique pair of earrings suitable for gifting.
What prior knowledge do I need
No prior knowledge or experience is necessary to enrol on this course. Please be advised that some learners who enrol will have more experience than others. Learners refreshing their skills are welcome to enrol.
A basic level of English, Maths and computer skills would be useful.
What teaching methods
The tutor will use a range of teaching methods during the course, including demonstration (both group and individual), one to one tuition, group work, progress assessments, observation, discussion and question and answer sessions.
What assessment methods
The tutor will use various methods to assess your progress during the course. These may include observation, completion of an Individual Learning Plan which will be updated regularly, evaluation of work samples, question and answer sessions, and photos of projects to record your achievements in our virtual learning environment (VLE).
Extra work
You will be expected to take full advantage of our virtual learning environment and log in at least 24 hours before the course begins to prepare in advance for the day https://all.lewisham.gov.uk/ (VLE). Signing into our course Moodle site will enable you to access information about the centres, enrolment dates, take part in course forums, messaging, and other various online activities.
Materials needed
If you wish to make a second pair, please bring the metal (copper or silver) with you to class. This can be discussed with the tutor.
Please do not purchase anything before your first lesson unless requested to do so. No liability can be accepted for expenses incurred for a course cancelled/altered at short notice.
What to bring
Materials will be provided for your first sample piece.
Please wear closed-in shoes and bring an apron, a working sketch book, drawing and writing equipment, notebook and images for inspiration, a dust mask if you have one. If you’re a returning learner, then please come prepared with your personal project.
Your completed initial assessment ‘Getting to know you’ will be emailed to you. This must be completed before you start the course. Please check your junk folder if you haven’t received it within a few days of enrolling.
A Health & Safety document will be on the site information to ensure safe practice.
After completion
The department offers a wide variety of design, media, music and food courses at different levels. Information about these courses is available through the tutor, the curriculum leader or the ALL programme.
Contact details
Maria Turner
Curriculum Leader for: Design, Media, Music, Food and Family Learning
Phone:
020 8314 3986
Email:
maria.turner@lewisham.gov.uk
Resin jewellery, getting started
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Learning aims
- Develop core resin techniques including accurate mixing, pouring, and curing to achieve a professional finish.
- Build confidence in creative design by exploring colour, composition, and the use of embedded materials.
- Produce carefully crafted jewellery pieces that demonstrate attention to detail, control, and high-quality finishing skills.
What prior knowledge do I need
No prior knowledge or experience is necessary to enrol on this course. Please be advised that some learners who enrol will have more experience than others. Learners refreshing their skills are welcome to enrol.
A basic level of English, Maths and computer skills would be useful.
What teaching methods
The tutor will use a range of teaching methods during the course, including demonstration (both group and individual), one to one tuition, group work, progress assessments, observation, discussion and question and answer sessions.
What assessment methods
The tutor will use various methods to assess your progress during the course. These may include observation, completion of an Individual Learning Plan which will be updated regularly, evaluation of work samples, question and answer sessions, and photos of projects to record your achievements in our virtual learning environment (VLE).
Extra work
You will be expected to take full advantage of our virtual learning environment and log in at least 24 hours before the course begins to prepare in advance for the day https://all.lewisham.gov.uk/ (VLE). Signing into our course Moodle site will enable you to access information about the centres, enrolment dates, take part in course forums, messaging, and other various online activities. For this course it is preferred that you sign up to a gmail google account. This will provide an easier and more positive experience to the course when accessing google sites, where your course will be posted. Please provide digital photographs of your work by sending them to the tutor throughout the course. Don’t forget that homework exercises are set to enhance and develop techniques learnt during the session.
Materials needed
A small charge is included in the course fee to contribute towards the cost of resin and the general use and maintenance of workshop materials and equipment.
Learners will be expected to purchase all non-precious and precious metal items, non-precious and precious cabochons and stones, findings, threads, and writing and drawing equipment. This will be discussed with the course tutor and is not included in the course materials fee.
Please do not purchase anything before your first lesson unless advised to do so. No liability can be accepted for expenses incurred for a course cancelled or altered at short notice.
What to bring
Resin and jewellery findings will be provided for your first sample piece.
Please wear closed-in shoes and bring an apron, a working sketch book, drawing and writing equipment, notebook and images for inspiration, a dust mask if you have one. If you’re a returning learner, then please come prepared with your personal project.
After completion
The department offers a wide variety of design, media, music and food courses at different levels. Information about these courses is available through the tutor, the curriculum leader or the ALL programme.
Contact details
Maria Turner
Curriculum Leader for: Design, Media, Music, Food and Family Learning
Phone:
020 8314 3986
Email:
maria.turner@lewisham.gov.uk
Jewellery for beginners
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Learning aims
- To gain hands-on experience in working with various metals, learning shaping, texturing, and finishing techniques essential for jewellery design
- To select one item to design and make - rings, earrings, and pendants,
- To understand material properties whilst, exploring different styles, and refine your decision-making process to create unique jewellery that reflects personal taste and craftsmanship.
What prior knowledge do I need
No prior knowledge or experience is necessary to enrol on this course. Please be advised that some learners who enrol will have more experience than others. Learners refreshing their skills are welcome to enrol.
A basic level of English, Maths and computer skills would be useful.
What teaching methods
The tutor will use a range of teaching methods during the course, including demonstration (both group and individual), one to one tuition, group work, progress assessments, observation, discussion and question and answer sessions.
What assessment methods
The tutor will use various methods to assess your progress during the course. These may include observation, completion of an Individual Learning Plan which will be updated regularly, evaluation of work samples, question and answer sessions, and photos of projects to record your achievements in our virtual learning environment (VLE).
Extra work
You will be expected to take full advantage of our virtual learning environment and log in at least 24 hours before the course begins to prepare in advance for the day https://all.lewisham.gov.uk/ (VLE). Signing into our course Moodle site will enable you to access information about the centres, enrolment dates, take part in course forums, messaging, and other various online activities. For this course it is preferred that you sign up to a gmail google account. This will provide an easier and more positive experience to the course when accessing google sites, where your course will be posted. Please provide digital photographs of your work by sending them to the tutor throughout the course. Don’t forget that homework exercises are set to enhance and develop techniques learnt during the session.
Materials needed
A small charge is included in the course fee for basic materials and where appropriate a charge has been included for use of specialist equipment. Learners will be expected to purchase all non precious and precious metal items, non precious and precious cabochons and stones, findings, threads, writing and drawing equipment. This will be discussed with the course tutor and will not be covered in the course materials fee. Please do not purchase anything before your first lesson unless requested to do so. No liability can be accepted for expenses incurred for a course cancelled/altered at short notice.
What to bring
Copper will be provided for your first sample piece.
Please wear closed-in shoes and bring an apron, a working sketch book, drawing and writing equipment, notebook and images for inspiration, a dust mask if you have one. If you’re a returning learner, then please come prepared with your personal project.
Your completed initial assessment ‘Getting to know you’ will be emailed to you. This must be completed before you start the course. Please check your junk folder if you haven’t received it within a few days of enrolling.
A Health & Safety document will be on the site information to ensure safe practice.
After completion
The department offers a wide variety of design, media, music and food courses at different levels. Information about these courses is available through the tutor, the curriculum leader or the ALL programme.
Contact details
Maria Turner
Curriculum Leader for: Design, Media, Music, Food and Family Learning
Phone:
020 8314 3986
Email:
maria.turner@lewisham.gov.uk
Enamel brooch making for beginners, abstract and figurative
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Learning aims
- Build confidence in designing simple abstract or illustrative enamel brooches
- Learn core enamelling techniques through guided experimentation
- Complete two finished enamel brooches with secure fittings
What prior knowledge do I need
No prior knowledge or experience is necessary to enrol on this course. Please be advised that some learners who enrol will have more experience than others. Learners refreshing their skills are welcome to enrol.
A basic level of English, Maths and computer skills would be useful.
What teaching methods
The tutor will use a range of teaching methods during the course, including demonstration (both group and individual), one to one tuition, group work, progress assessments, observation, discussion and question and answer sessions.
What assessment methods
The tutor will use various methods to assess your progress during the course. These may include observation, completion of an Individual Learning Plan which will be updated regularly, evaluation of work samples, question and answer sessions, and photos of projects to record your achievements in our virtual learning environment (VLE).
Extra work
You will be expected to take full advantage of our virtual learning environment and log in at least 24 hours before the course begins to prepare in advance for the day https://all.lewisham.gov.uk/ (VLE). Signing into our course Moodle site will enable you to access information about the centres, enrolment dates, take part in course forums, messaging, and other various online activities. For this course it is preferred that you sign up to a gmail google account. This will provide an easier and more positive experience to the course when accessing google sites, where your course will be posted. Please provide digital photographs of your work by sending them to the tutor throughout the course. Don’t forget that homework exercises are set to enhance and develop techniques learnt during the session.
Materials needed
Materials will be provided to make 2 copper brooches including enamel powders and sample tiles.
If you wish to make any extra brooches the tutor will offer advice on where to purchase the materials from as the extra brooch bases will not be supplied or included in the cost of the course. A small charge is included in the course fee where appropriate for use of specialist equipment.
Please do not purchase anything before your first lesson unless requested to do so. No liability can be accepted for expenses incurred for a course cancelled/altered at short notice.
What to bring
This is a practical class so please wear suitable clothing including enclosed footwear. You will not be given access to the workshop if you arrive wearing open shoes. Please bring an apron, a working sketch book, drawing and writing equipment, notebook and images for inspiration, a dust mask if you have one.
If you’re a returning learner, please note the course goals must be achieved. You are welcome to work on your own brooch project alongside the set projects.
After completion
The department offers a wide variety of design, media, music and food courses at different levels. Information about these courses is available through the tutor, the curriculum leader or the ALL programme.
Contact details
Maria Turner
Curriculum Leader for: Design, Media, Music, Food and Family Learning
Phone:
020 8314 3986
Email:
maria.turner@lewisham.gov.uk
Jewellery – Pendants, links and chains for beginners
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Learning aims
Materials needed
A small charge is included in the course fee for basic materials and where appropriate a charge has been included for use of specialist equipment. Learners will be expected to purchase all non precious and precious metal items, non precious and precious cabochons and stones, findings, threads, writing and drawing equipment. This will be discussed with the course tutor and will not be covered in the course materials fee. Please do not purchase anything before your first lesson unless requested to do so. No liability can be accepted for expenses incurred for a course cancelled/altered at short notice.
Contact details
Maria Turner
Curriculum Leader for: Design, Media, Music, Food and Family Learning
Phone:
020 8314 3986
Email:
maria.turner@lewisham.gov.uk
Jewellery for beginners
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Learning aims
- To gain hands-on experience in working with various metals, learning shaping, texturing, and finishing techniques essential for jewellery design
- To select one item to design and make - rings, earrings, and pendants.
- To understand material properties whilst, exploring different styles, and refine your decision-making process to create unique jewellery that reflects personal taste and craftsmanship.
What prior knowledge do I need
No prior knowledge or experience is necessary to enrol on this course. Please be advised that some learners who enrol will have more experience than others. Learners refreshing their skills are welcome to enrol.
A basic level of English, Maths and computer skills would be useful.
What teaching methods
The tutor will use a range of teaching methods during the course, including demonstration (both group and individual), one to one tuition, group work, progress assessments, observation, discussion and question and answer sessions.
What assessment methods
The tutor will use various methods to assess your progress during the course. These may include observation, completion of an Individual Learning Plan which will be updated regularly, evaluation of work samples, question and answer sessions, and photos of projects to record your achievements in our virtual learning environment (VLE).
Extra work
You will be expected to take full advantage of our virtual learning environment and log in at least 24 hours before the course begins to prepare in advance for the day https://all.lewisham.gov.uk/ (VLE). Signing into our course Moodle site will enable you to access information about the centres, enrolment dates, take part in course forums, messaging, and other various online activities. For this course it is preferred that you sign up to a gmail google account. This will provide an easier and more positive experience to the course when accessing google sites, where your course will be posted. Please provide digital photographs of your work by sending them to the tutor throughout the course. Don’t forget that homework exercises are set to enhance and develop techniques learnt during the session.
Materials needed
A small charge is included in the course fee for basic materials and where appropriate a charge has been included for use of specialist equipment. Learners will be expected to purchase all non precious and precious metal items, non precious and precious cabochons and stones, findings, threads, writing and drawing equipment. This will be discussed with the course tutor and will not be covered in the course materials fee. Please do not purchase anything before your first lesson unless requested to do so. No liability can be accepted for expenses incurred for a course cancelled/altered at short notice.
What to bring
Copper will be provided for your first sample piece.
Please wear closed-in shoes and bring an apron, a working sketch book, drawing and writing equipment, notebook and images for inspiration, a dust mask if you have one. If you’re a returning learner, then please come prepared with your personal project.
Your completed initial assessment ‘Getting to know you’ will be emailed to you. This must be completed before you start the course. Please check your junk folder if you haven’t received it within a few days of enrolling.
A Health & Safety document will be on the site information to ensure safe practice.
After completion
The department offers a wide variety of design, media, music and food courses at different levels. Information about these courses is available through the tutor, the curriculum leader or the ALL programme.
Contact details
Maria Turner
Curriculum Leader for: Design, Media, Music, Food and Family Learning
Phone:
020 8314 3986
Email:
maria.turner@lewisham.gov.uk
Resin jewellery, inclusions and design
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Learning aims
- To explore and apply inclusion techniques by selecting, preparing, and embedding a range of materials to achieve depth, clarity, and visual impact in UV resin.
- Develop a cohesive jewellery range by selecting a theme or style and producing coordinated pieces that demonstrate consistent design and creativity.
- Refine finishing and presentation skills to create high-quality, professionally resolved jewellery suitable to wear, sell, or gift.
What prior knowledge do I need
No prior knowledge or experience is necessary to enrol on this course. Please be advised that some learners who enrol will have more experience than others. Learners refreshing their skills are welcome to enrol.
A basic level of English, Maths and computer skills would be useful.
What teaching methods
The tutor will use a range of teaching methods during the course, including demonstration (both group and individual), one to one tuition, group work, progress assessments, observation, discussion and question and answer sessions.
What assessment methods
The tutor will use various methods to assess your progress during the course. These may include observation, completion of an Individual Learning Plan which will be updated regularly, evaluation of work samples, question and answer sessions, and photos of projects to record your achievements in our virtual learning environment (VLE).
Extra work
You will be expected to take full advantage of our virtual learning environment and log in at least 24 hours before the course begins to prepare in advance for the day https://all.lewisham.gov.uk/ (VLE). Signing into our course Moodle site will enable you to access information about the centres, enrolment dates, take part in course forums, messaging, and other various online activities. For this course it is preferred that you sign up to a gmail google account. This will provide an easier and more positive experience to the course when accessing google sites, where your course will be posted. Please provide digital photographs of your work by sending them to the tutor throughout the course. Don’t forget that homework exercises are set to enhance and develop techniques learnt during the session.
Materials needed
A small charge is included in the course fee to contribute towards the cost of resin and the general use and maintenance of workshop materials and equipment.
Learners will be expected to purchase all non-precious and precious metal items, non-precious and precious cabochons and stones, findings, threads, and writing and drawing equipment. This will be discussed with the course tutor and is not included in the course materials fee.
Please do not purchase anything before your first lesson unless advised to do so. No liability can be accepted for expenses incurred for a course cancelled or altered at short notice.
What to bring
Resin and jewellery findings will be provided for your first sample piece.
Please wear closed-in shoes and bring an apron, a working sketch book, drawing and writing equipment, notebook and images for inspiration, a dust mask if you have one. If you’re a returning learner, then please come prepared with your personal project.
After completion
The department offers a wide variety of design, media, music and food courses at different levels. Information about these courses is available through the tutor, the curriculum leader or the ALL programme.
Contact details
Maria Turner
Curriculum Leader for: Design, Media, Music, Food and Family Learning
Phone:
020 8314 3986
Email:
maria.turner@lewisham.gov.uk
Meet the tutor, make a simple resin pendant
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Learning aims
- Introduce beginners to resin crafting - Build confidence by learning the basics of materials, safety, and simple techniques.
- Develop creative skills - Encourage personal expression through designing and making a unique resin pendant.
- Provide a hands-on experience - To complete a small finished piece they can take home, giving a sense of achievement and a taste of the full course.
What prior knowledge do I need
No prior knowledge or experience is necessary to enrol on this course. Please be advised that some learners who enrol will have more experience than others. Learners refreshing their skills are welcome to enrol.
A basic level of English, Maths and computer skills would be useful.
What teaching methods
The tutor will use a range of teaching methods during the course, including demonstration (both group and individual), one to one tuition, group work, progress assessments, observation, discussion and question and answer sessions.
What assessment methods
The tutor will use various methods to assess your progress during the course. These may include observation, completion of an Individual Learning Plan which will be updated regularly, evaluation of work samples, question and answer sessions, and photos of projects to record your achievements in our virtual learning environment (VLE).
Extra work
N/A
Materials needed
N/A
What to bring
N/A
After completion
The department offers a wide variety of design, media, music and food courses at different levels. Information about these courses is available through the tutor, the curriculum leader or the ALL programme.
Contact details
Maria Turner
Curriculum Leader for: Design, Media, Music, Food and Family Learning
Phone:
020 8314 3986
Email:
maria.turner@lewisham.gov.uk