Jewellery Exhibition for Weston Beamor’s Prize-winning Katy Tromans

Jewellery Exhibition for Weston Beamor’s Prize-winning Katy Tromans

Katy Tromans, a 3D print and CAD technician at Weston Beamor, is a woman of many talents. In addition to her work at Weston Beamor, Katy is a prize-winning silversmith recently awarded a Gold Medal for her CAD presentation in the prestigious Goldsmiths’ Craft & Design Council Awards. Katy […] Click here to view original…

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Former Jewellery Quarter silversmiths set for conversion

Original web page at Former Jewellery Quarter silversmiths set for conversion CGI of courtyard within new-look Squirrel Works A former silversmiths factory which dates back more than a century is the latest in the Jewellery Quarter to be converted into flats. New images have also been released of plans to renovate the Squirrel Works building…

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How crafts workers are learning to sell their work

Original web page at How crafts workers are learning to sell their work Theresa Nguyen says she’s learnt how to build closer relationships with her clients One of the pieces that silversmith Theresa Nguyen is most proud of is called A Fair Wind. The work, made from silver and driftwood, is currently on display at…

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15 things you only know if you live in the Jewellery Quarter

Original web page at 15 things you only know if you live in the Jewellery Quarter You could find yourself owning a little slice of history That wall in your lounge where you hang photos of your last holiday was once touched by a silversmith or manufacturer in the 1800s. Countless buildings, which have been…

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Learn to make a silver ring

Original web page at Learn to make a silver ring Ruth Lewy’s finished hammered silver rings at the ring-making course at The Quarterworkshop in Birmingham. Photograph: John Robertson/Guardian “Silver is very forgiving so don’t worry about making a mistake. Even ham-fisted people can manage it,” says my silversmithing tutor, not looking at anyone in particular.…

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Birmingham: The Quarterworkshop

Original web page at Birmingham: The Quarterworkshop The Quarterworkshop Birmingham On Friday I had the opportunity to explore The Quarterworkshop – a beautiful, beautiful place in the very heart of Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter. The Quarterworkshop is a quaint little studio run by Victoria who teaches the art of silversmithing and goldsmithing. You can find the…

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JEWELLERY QUARTER OPEN STUDIOS

Original web page at assayofficebirmingham.com Here’s some news from Becca Williams, Jewellery Designer and Silversmith about the Jewellery Quarter Open Studios activities taking place during the first Jewellery Quarter Festival, 17th – 19th July Thanks Becca for the information Well hello – the spring has melted away already in the face of this summer […]

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