LOST WAX JEWELLERY WORKSHOP
Create your own handcrafted jewellery piece
Learn the traditional lost-wax carving method and design your own ring, pendant, or earrings from scratch. This hands-on workshop is perfect for beginners, couples, best friends, or anyone wanting to create a meaningful, one-of-a-kind piece. Maximum 1-2 people per session.
WHAT YOU’LL MAKE
Choose to create:
• A ring
• A pendant
• Earrings
HOW IT WORKS
Session 1 — Wax Carving (4-6 hours)
You’ll learn:
• Wax shaping & carving
• How to refine your design
• Achieving clean edges & balanced proportions
• Preparing your wax for casting
Your finished wax model is then professionally cast in sterling silver (or gold at cost).
Session 2 — Finishing & Polishing (2–4 hours) booked 2 weeks later
Once your piece has been cast, you’ll return to:
• Clean up and refine the cast metal
• File + shape
• Sand + smooth
• Polish to a professional finish
• Optional: gemstone setting - I can help you with this
• Collect your finished piece
PRICE $320 per person or Couple $580
WHAT’S INCLUDED
✔ Wax + professional carving tools
✔ One-on-one guidance
✔ Use of professional finishing tools during Session 2
✔ Sterling silver for one small, finished piece (base weight)
OPTIONAL UPGRADES
• Extra silver (charged by weight for larger/heavier designs)
• Gold casting (yellow, rose, or white which priced by weight)
• Gemstones + stone setting
• More detailed or complex designs
WHO IT’S PERFECT FOR
• Absolute beginners
• Couples creating wedding or engagement rings
• Two friends making matching pieces
• Anyone wanting a unique keepsake
• Creative Wairarapa locals wanting a fun hands-on experience
LOCATION & BOOKINGS
Workshops are held in Masterton on Saturdays or Sundays.
Jody Dirkx Jewellery Design
LOST WAX JEWELLERY WORKSHOP
Create your own handcrafted jewellery piece
Learn the traditional lost-wax carving method and design your own ring, pendant, or earrings from scratch. This hands-on workshop is perfect for beginners, couples, best friends, or anyone wanting to create a meaningful, one-of-a-kind piece. Maximum 1-2 people per session.
WHAT YOU’LL MAKE
Choose to create:
• A ring
• A pendant
• Earrings
HOW IT WORKS
Session 1 — Wax Carving (4-6 hours)
You’ll learn:
• Wax shaping & carving
• How to refine your design
• Achieving clean edges & balanced proportions
• Preparing your wax for casting
Your finished wax model is then professionally cast in sterling silver (or gold at cost).
Session 2 — Finishing & Polishing (2–4 hours) booked 2 weeks later
Once your piece has been cast, you’ll return to:
• Clean up and refine the cast metal
• File + shape
• Sand + smooth
• Polish to a professional finish
• Optional: gemstone setting - I can help you with this
• Collect your finished piece
PRICE $320 per person or Couple $580
WHAT’S INCLUDED
✔ Wax + professional carving tools
✔ One-on-one guidance
✔ Use of professional finishing tools during Session 2
✔ Sterling silver for one small, finished piece (base weight)
OPTIONAL UPGRADES
• Extra silver (charged by weight for larger/heavier designs)
• Gold casting (yellow, rose, or white which priced by weight)
• Gemstones + stone setting
• More detailed or complex designs
WHO IT’S PERFECT FOR
• Absolute beginners
• Couples creating wedding or engagement rings
• Two friends making matching pieces
• Anyone wanting a unique keepsake
• Creative Wairarapa locals wanting a fun hands-on experience
LOCATION & BOOKINGS
Workshops are held in Masterton on Saturdays or Sundays.
Jody Dirkx Jewellery Design
