This brilliant new silversmithing course has now launched at @westhopecollege and is open for bookings. It’s a really valuable opportunity to explore the potential of metal in 3D form, to investigate shape and structure with option of creating a collection of models and samples and/or finished pieces. I look forward to seeing you there! #melissahuntjewellery #westhopecollege #silversmithingcourse #silversmithingclass #bowlmaking #spoonmaking #boxmaking #candlesnuffer #inlay #puzzleinlay
It’s that Brampton Bryan Scarecrow Day time of year again! Come along next Sunday 7th August when @alicedrawstheline @felicitywarbrick @hannahdaviestweed @hollyforge @gemicake , Bron Crafts and I will be opening our studios to the public and selling our work. There will be a traditional fete on the cricket pitch with stalls, a dog show and a fire engine, and…oooo….an opportunity to touch that yew hedge 😉 #melissahuntjewellery #bramptonbryan #bramptonbryanscarecrowfestival #scarecrowday #handmadejewelleryshropshire #handmadejewellery
There’s one place left on the tube and gypsy setting course at my studio in Brampton Bryan on Thursday 25th August, get in touch for details or book online at www.melissahuntjewellery.com 👍#melissahuntjewellery #tubesetting #tubesettingcourse #gypsysetting #flushsetting #stonesettingcourses #stonesettingclasses #bramptonbryan #jewellerymakingshropshire #jewellerymakingclasses #jewellerymakingcourses #gypsysettingcourses
I’m delighted to be teaching on this brand new five day silversmithing course at @westhopecollege launching on Tuesday 20th September. We will explore scoring, folding, inlay, box making, dish shapes, and a whole lot more, with the option of creating finished pieces. Come and learn traditional and contemporary metalsmithing techniques in the beautiful Westhope vale. #silversmithingcourses #silversmithingclasses #westhopecollege #bowlmaking #pictureframe #puzzleinlay #melissahuntjewellery #metalinlay
#silverflamingo
New hinge for an old box. I’ve been repairing this beautiful vinaigrette today, complete with original sponge…which smelt of cinnamon, since you ask 😏😳 #workinprogress #hingerepair #boxrepair #viniagrette #lifeofajeweller #jobbingjeweller #lovemyjob #melissahuntjewellery
Fabric, or metal?
#silversampler #photoetching #workinprogress
I really enjoyed working on this commission, transforming gold and jade cufflinks that belonged to my clients father in to rings for her and her sister. Drop me a line if you have a beloved treasure that you would like me to make in to a wearable piece. #commissionedjewellery #reuserecycle #jade #gold #recycledjewellery #upcycle #cufflinks #dads
See how the warmth of copper absorbs and reflects the colours around it. Dishes available to buy, or get in touch if you would like to make one of your own at my studio. Something to carry yer buttercups in☺️#smallcopperbowls #copperdish #privatetuition #doyoulikebutter #melissahuntjewellery #inlaidcopperbowl
How to make a small copper bowl with brass inlaid detail: 1. cut the brass shape that is to be inlaid 2. mark on the copper sheet where the brass is to sit and remove that section of copper 3. ideally these two pieces should hold together unaided before soldering (marker pen helps to ensure they are a tight fit) 4. solder from the back 5. sand to remove any oxides 6. cut the outline of the bowl and dome using a doming punch and block 7. rock😏 #smallcopperbowl #brassinlay #puzzleinlay #rockingbowl #soldering
Preparing samples for a new course that will explore 3D form in metal #smallbrassframe #wip #brasspictureframe #silversmithing techniques #3Dform #silversmithingcourses
Explore the possibilities of mark making on this half day course at @westhopecollege. An excellent introduction into the potential of hand tools and finishes, with the option of creating a wearable piece. Tuesday 10th May, 1pm-4.30pm #jewellerycourses #jewellerymakingcourses #jewelleryclasses #jewellerymakingcoursesuk #westhopecollege #melissahuntjewellery
The latest in an occasional series…these glass beads were the clients own, I made a single silver one of a similar shape to string in to the piece. I like the brushed finish on the metal as a contrast to the smooth, shiny beads. The earrings were made from unwanted pieces of the customers silver jewellery that I rolled down in to sheet. #handmadejewellery #beadstringing #conicalshapes #silvercones #glassbeads #melissahuntjewellery
Only one week to go until this class runs at @westhopecollege! Enrol on to the Silver Jewellery in a Day course on Tuesday 26th April and you will learn how to create one or two pieces of silver jewellery to your own design and size. All welcome! #jewellerycourses #jewellerymakingclasses #westhopecollege #melissahuntjewellery #handmadering #silverringmaking #silverringworkshop #silverjewelleryinaday
When is a piano key not a piano key? When it’s an escutcheon, silly #renovation #reuse #recycle #upcycle #escutcheon #handmade #pianokeys
