STUDIO + WORKSHOP
Studio + Workshop at beCHARLO
Where Creativity Meets Making
Step into my light-filled Isle of Wight studio and discover a connection to jewellery-making that’s meaningful, slow, and deeply personal. Whether it’s your first time working with silver or you want to sharpen your skills, my workshops are crafted to be inspiring, accessible, and rooted in craftsmanship.
What’s on Offer
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1-to-1 Teaching Sessions
Custom tuition at your pace. Bring your ideas, and I’ll help you bring them to life with traditional silversmithing techniques. - Silversmithing Discovery Session Curious about silversmithing? Try a Discovery Session! Step into the world of silversmithing in a relaxed, creative 2 hour session at the beCHARLO Studio on the Isle of Wight. No experience needed, just curiosity and a willingness to make something beautiful with your own hands.
- Silversmithing & Design Experiences
Co-design a piece, explore foundational techniques, experiment with texture and form, and get hands-on in creating something uniquely yours. - Rent-a-Bench Time
For makers who already have some experience. Use a fully equipped bench and studio space to work independently in a calm, well-resourced setting.
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Immersive Workshops
Intimate (1:1 or 2:1) sessions where you slow down, reconnect with your creativity, and create meaningful jewellery. It’s less about perfection, and more about story, intention, and self-expression.
Why Choose Studio + Workshop
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Relaxed, supportive environment
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Top-quality tools & ethically sourced materials
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Leave not just with a beautiful piece of jewellery, but also creative confidence, calm and a real sense of achievement
Ready to Start?
No prior experience needed, just curiosity and creativity. Whether you want to craft a pendant, try soldering for the first time, or simply spend time creating in good company, you’ll leave with something wonderful and uniquely yours.
For bookings or to get in touch email: info@becharlo.co.uk
You can also purchase a Gift Voucher and give the experience of jewellery-making to someone special.
Related Products
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Foundations of Jewellery Making
£330.00Four-week Studio Programme
Thursdays | 14th January – 4th February 2027 | 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Discover the art of traditional jewellery making in a relaxed, small-group studio setting.
Designed for complete beginners, this four-week programme introduces the essential techniques used by professional jewellers. Over four weekly sessions, you’ll create three sterling silver pieces while developing practical skills, confidence and an understanding of the jewellery-making process.
Working alongside just one or two other participants, you’ll receive plenty of individual guidance in a welcoming environment, making this the perfect introduction to jewellery making.
What you’ll create
- A handcrafted sterling silver ring
- A handcrafted sterling silver bangle
- An organic sterling silver pendant
- Three finished pieces to wear and treasure
- A strong foundation in traditional jewellery-making techniques
What you’ll learn
Throughout the programme you’ll be introduced to a range of traditional jewellery-making techniques, including:
- Measuring and sizing
- Sawing and piercing
- Filing and shaping
- Annealing
- Forming and texturing
- Soldering
- Drilling
- Finishing and polishing
Each project introduces new techniques, allowing your skills and confidence to develop naturally from week to week.
What’s included
- Four weekly studio sessions
- Small group teaching (2–3 participants)
- All sterling silver and materials
- Use of professional jewellery-making tools and equipment
- Expert tuition throughout
- Tea, coffee and light refreshments
A short break is included during each session.
Course Dates
2027
Thursdays
- 14th January
- 21st January
- 28th January
- 4th February
Time
6:00pm – 8:30pm
Additional Details
No previous jewellery-making experience is required.
Every participant receives the same carefully selected sterling silver materials, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to complete each project while learning the same traditional techniques.
The programme is intentionally limited to just 2–3 participants, allowing plenty of individual guidance and creating a relaxed, supportive learning environment.
Booking
Places are limited and advance booking is essential.
A minimum of two participants is required for the programme to run.
If these dates don’t suit you, you’re very welcome to get in touch about future programmes or private tuition.
£330 per person
Book your place today and begin your jewellery-making journey.
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beCHARLO’ s Bespoke 1-2-1 Jewellery Making Block
Price range: £525.00 through £790.00Discover Mindful Creativity
Immersive Jewellery Workshops at beCHARLO Studio Series
beCHARLO’s Bespoke 1-2-1 Jewellery Making Block
A custom-designed journey to create your own 3-piece silver collection
Looking for something a little more personal? This 1-2-1 jewellery making experience is tailored entirely around you. Whether you’re building on past skills or starting with creative confidence, you’ll work closely with Becca to design and make your very own 3-piece sterling silver collection.
Over 4–6 weeks, you’ll dive into a series of focused, private studio sessions, learning at your own pace and exploring the techniques that most excite you. Together, we’ll shape a creative path that’s inspiring, empowering, and completely unique to you.
You’ll create a beautiful duo or trio of silver jewellery projects:(depending on 4 or 6 weeks).
- A ring
- A pendant
- A pair of earrings
- (alternatively a second ring, or a bangle) designed to suit your skill level and personal style
Depending on your ideas and experience, you’ll also have the opportunity to:
- Use pre-made bezel cups with smooth cabochon gemstones
- Create a freeform bezel setting for seaglass or irregular stones
- Develop your own cohesive collection using traditional skills like shaping, soldering, piercing, texturing, and finishing
This experience is ideal for those who:
- Prefer focused, one-to-one learning in a relaxed and inspiring studio setting.
- Creatives wanting to build a cohesive 3-piece silver collection with professional guidance
- Those seeking a flexible, tailored experience with plenty of space to explore and ask questions.
What’s included:
4–6 weeks of private studio time (weekly 2.5-hour sessions)
All tools, tuition, and materials included up to £60 value for the 4 week block or £90 for 6 weeks
(including sterling silver and gemstones)
Full use of professional jewellers equipment in a relaxed, inspiring studio
Personalised guidance tailored to your creative goals and pace.
Creative atmosphere with tea, biscuits, and the full beCHARLO experience.
Course highlights:
- Master bezel cups and basic stone setting with smooth cabochons
- Shape bezel wire to fit irregular cabochons or organic stones like seaglass
- Design and create a freeform bezel-set pendant or ring
- Learn sawing, piercing, and decorative cut-out techniques
- Explore surface texturing, polishing and professional finishing skills
- Build a cohesive, wearable 3-piece silver jewellery collection
- A chance to build on your existing skills and create more advanced, wearable pieces
- Friendly, creative studio environment with warm hospitality
- A thoughtful completion keepsake.
Pricing:
- 4-week block (10 hours based at 2.5 hours weekly): £525
- 6-week block (15 hours based at 2.5 hours weekly): £790
payment plan available.
Feeling inspired? Treat yourself or someone else to a moment of creative calm – With a Gift Voucher for an Immersive Jewellery Experience
Please note NOVEMBER + DECEMBER are now FULLY BOOKED
Bookings will be taking place for JANUARY + FEBRUARY 2026 Blocks and MARCH + APRIL 2026 Blocks
Book your session and take home a piece of silver jewellery that tells your story.
For bookings email: info@becharlo.co.uk
See website for full terms & conditions.
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Infinity Gemstone Pendant Studio Experience
£145.00Infinity Gemstone Pendant Studio Experience
A private studio experience (maximum two participants) with dedicated tuition and sterling silver included.
Spend time at the bench creating your own sterling silver infinity pendant set with a gemstone in the beCHARLO jewellery studio.
This workshop is a wonderful introduction to working with gemstones. Using a bezel cup setting, you’ll learn the fundamentals of stone setting while shaping and twisting silver wire to form an elegant infinity-inspired pendant.
You’ll solder, refine and polish your piece before adding your chosen gemstone and finishing the pendant on a sterling silver chain.
Sessions are intentionally kept small, either one-to-one or with a maximum of two participants – allowing for plenty of guidance and a calm pace at the bench.
No previous experience is needed – just curiosity and a willingness to try…and the love of gemstones helps!
What’s included
• Sterling silver for your pendant
• A selection of cabochon gemstones to choose from
• A sterling silver chain for your finished pendant
• Full step-by-step guidance in my professional jewellery studio
• Use of traditional jewellery-making tools and equipment
• Tea, treats and plenty of creative encouragement
• Your finished gemstone infinity pendant, handcrafted by youDuring the workshop you’ll learn
• How to shape and twist silver wire
• Basic jewellery soldering techniques
• How to attach and set a bezel cup stone
• Filing, refining and finishing techniques
• Polishing your finished pendantPerfect for
• Complete beginners curious about working with gemstones
• Anyone wanting to create a unique handcrafted pendant
• Those looking to learn the basics of stone setting
• Jewellery lovers wanting a meaningful creative experienceCome and experience the joy of making, and take home a piece of jewellery filled with story, meaning and your own creative touch.
Workshop details
Duration: 4–5 hours
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Gold Ring Studio Experience
£240.00The Gold Ring Studio Experience
A private studio experience (maximum two participants) with dedicated tuition in the beCHARLO jewellery studio.
Spend time at the bench creating your own solid gold ring using traditional jewellery-making techniques. In this relaxed and guided workshop, you’ll shape, solder and finish your ring before polishing it to a beautiful final shine.
Working with gold is a special experience, allowing you to create a timeless piece of jewellery that will last for generations. Whether you’re making a meaningful personal piece, celebrating a milestone, or simply curious about working with gold, this workshop offers a calm and rewarding introduction.
Sessions are kept intentionally small, either one-to-one or with a maximum of two participants – allowing for plenty of guidance and a relaxed pace at the bench.
No previous experience is needed – just curiosity and a willingness to try.
What’s included
• Full step-by-step guidance in my professional jewellery studio
• Use of traditional jewellery-making tools and equipment
• Tea, treats and plenty of creative encouragement
• Your finished solid gold ring*, handcrafted by you
• Help selecting the gold needed for your designPrice
Workshop tuition: £120 per person
*Gold: charged separately at the current market price.Gold prices change regularly, so the final cost of your ring will depend on the amount of gold used and the design you choose. Most participants spend between £80–£200 on gold.
During the workshop you’ll learn
• How to form and size a gold ring
• Basic jewellery soldering techniques
• Filing and refining your ring
• Polishing and finishing techniquesPerfect for
• Creating a meaningful piece of gold jewellery
• Celebrating special moments or milestones
• Couples wanting to make rings together
• Anyone curious about working with goldCome and experience the joy of making, and take home a piece of jewellery filled with story, meaning and your own creative touch.
