{"product_id":"july-winter-evening-series-2026","title":"Winter Wax Carving Evening Series - July 2026","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA dedicated three-session wax carving, gemstone setting, and jewellery finishing series - July 2026\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMt Eden, Auckland | Tuesday evenings, 6pm - 9pm | Solo or Pair Bookings (Max 2 students)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis immersive evening series gives you the dedicated time and space to master the traditional lost wax process. By spreading the workshop over three targeted sessions, you will experience the full journey of jewellery making—from carving raw wax and placing gemstones to hand-finishing your final solid silver or bronze piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you'll make\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you come on your own for a creative reset, or bring someone close to share the bench, you'll choose between building a custom sculptural ring or a pendant, and learn how to finish your new piece of jewellery once its back from casting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSession One 7th July: Wax carving + design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou'll design and carve your ring or pendant in wax, learning how to shape, refine and develop the form before it is sent for casting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSession Two 14th July: Stone placement in wax\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou'll learn how to plan and place up to three gemstones (choice of sapphire, ruby or raw diamond) into the wax, ready for the stone to be cast in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSession Three 28th July: Finishing your ring or pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce your ring or pendant has returned from the foundry, you'll learn how to remove the sprue, file, sand, refine the surface and check the fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Made during a workshop that combined wax build-up and carving.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/0668\/2937\/files\/C_ARings_480x480.jpg?v=1774684413\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Received the rings — they look so beautiful!! - Amy”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMade during a workshop that combined wax build-up and carving\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho this workshop is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbsolute beginners — \u003cstrong\u003eno prior experience needed\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone looking to slow down and focus on a raw craft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividuals or pairs (maximum \u003cstrong\u003e2 people per class\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuests aged \u003cstrong\u003e16 years and up\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou don't need to book with a friend — solo bookings are very welcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's provided\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll specialized wax, tools, and carving materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree beautiful gemstones to set into your piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCasting of your final design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst 7 grams of sterling silver or bronze included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoffee, tea, water, and homemade treats during each session\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdditional costs (transparent pricing)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSterling silver or bronze beyond 7g\u003c\/strong\u003e is charged at \u003cstrong\u003e$10 per gram + casting fee + GST\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCasting fee is typically \u003cstrong\u003e$6–8 + GST\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold can be used and will be \u003cstrong\u003equoted at the day's market rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine sterling silver chain available for \u003cstrong\u003e$45\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNZ Courier delivery (Urban $11.50 | Rural $17.50)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternational Courier - will need to be quoted - all tariffs and import duties are the responsibility of the attendee.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical weights (after casting):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRing: approx. \u003cstrong\u003e5–12g\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePendant: approx. \u003cstrong\u003e4–8g\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour piece will be weighed at the end of the session so everything is clear and upfront.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to bring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfortable clothing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlat, closed-toe shoes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlasses if you wear them for close detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA camera or phone if you'd like to document your process\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is plenty of \u003cstrong\u003estreet parking\u003c\/strong\u003e nearby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSession times may vary slightly depending on the flow of the class — the focus is on process, not rushing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCancellation \u0026amp; 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