{"product_id":"one-day-lost-wax-jewellery-workshop-intensive","title":"One-Day Wax + Gemstone Jewellery Workshop Intensive","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAn intensive one-day workshop covering wax carving and gemstone setting into wax. \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMt Eden, Auckland | Saturday, 11th July 2026, 9am - 4pm | Solo or Pair Bookings (Max 2 students)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA focused one-day workshop for people who want an immersive bench experience over Matariki weekend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis option is more concentrated than the evening series. You’ll spend the day in the studio learning how to carve a ring or pendant in wax and prepare gemstones to be cast in place.\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 design and craft a custom sculptural ring or pendant. You will learn the foundational skills of wax manipulation and stone-setting, with your final piece sent to the foundry to be professionally cast into solid sterling silver or bronze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSession One 9am - 12 noon: 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\u003eLunch Break (12pm - 1pm): Take an hour to wander down to Mt Eden Village to grab some lunch and stretch your legs.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSession Two 1pm - 4pm: 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\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/0668\/2937\/files\/C_ARings_480x480.jpg?v=1774684413\" alt=\"Made during a workshop that combined wax build-up and carving.\"\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 the day\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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