Next Workshop: 13 June 2026
Make a Ring or Fingerprint Pendant – Wax Carving Workshop
📍 Smuts House Museum
53 Jan Smuts Avenue, Centurion
🕙 Time: 10:00 – 13:00
In this immersive 3-hour workshop, you will explore the ancient art of wax carving and the lost wax casting process. You’ll work with jeweller’s wax, carving, filing, and shaping it into your own unique ring or fingerprint pendant.
Designs will follow a geometric or organic style, allowing for creative freedom while learning foundational techniques. After the workshop, your wax creation will be professionally cast in sterling silver and delivered to you within two weeks.
What you can expect:
- An introduction to the ancient art of lost wax casting
- Hands-on wax carving techniques
- All tools and materials supplied
- A relaxed, creative morning to enjoy with friends
- Small, intimate class (limited to 5 participants)
Materials & details:
- Standard wax shapes available: block or round (choose one for your ring)
- Casting material: Sterling Silver
- Up to 12 grams of sterling silver included in your workshop fee
- Option to upgrade ring width at an additional cost (based on metal weight)
(Images shown are examples of pieces made in wax and cast using the lost wax casting method.)
☕ Please note: Drinks, refreshments, and snacks will be available at the on-site restaurant, at your own expense.
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