{"product_id":"weekday-lost-wax-jewellery-workshop-fathers-day","title":"Father’s Day Gift: Weekday Lost Wax Jewellery Workshop – 8 September 2026","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFather’s Day Gift: Weekday Lost Wax Jewellery Workshop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMt Eden, Auckland | Tuesday, 8 September 2026 | 6pm–9pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrice is per person | Maximum two attendees per workshop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeginner friendly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGive him a Father’s Day experience that puts the tools in his hands. In this three-hour weekday lost wax jewellery workshop, he can carve a ring or pendant from jeweller’s wax, guided step by step in my Mt Eden studio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeld on the Tuesday after Father’s Day, this session is a good option for someone who prefers a quieter weekday workshop. No previous experience is needed, and the first 5 grams of sterling silver or bronze are included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBook one place for him to attend on his own, or purchase two places to come together as a father and adult child, partners or friends. With a maximum of two attendees, there is plenty of individual guidance and time to explore the design properly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis finished wax piece will be professionally cast and hand-finished after the workshop, creating a piece of jewellery shaped by his own hands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Father’s Day Gift He Can Take Part In\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis weekday workshop suits a father who enjoys working with his hands, learning how things are made or wearing jewellery with a story behind it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than handing him another object, you are giving him time at the bench to explore an idea and make something that is entirely his.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can be booked as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Father’s Day gift for him to attend on his own\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA shared workshop for a father and adult child\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn experience for partners or friends\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA chance to create a personal ring or another wearable piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy This Workshop Is Different\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeld on the Tuesday after Father’s Day in Auckland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum of two attendees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for complete beginners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional lost wax techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersonal guidance throughout the session\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA real studio environment rather than a kit-based class\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA finished piece shaped by the attendee’s own hands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat He'll Make\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe can create:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA small pendant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe'll use traditional wax-carving or wax build-up techniques to develop the design. Some pieces remain simple and understated, while others become more sculptural as the session unfolds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" 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\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Received the rings — they look so beautiful!! - Amy”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMade during a workshop that combined wax build-up and carving\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finished piece will be:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessionally cast in sterling silver or bronze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-finished in my Mt Eden studio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady for collection or courier within 2–3 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis workshop is about texture, form and personal expression rather than following a kit. No two finished pieces are exactly alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Father's Day Gift He Can Take Part In\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis workshop suits a father who enjoys working with his hands, learning how things are made or wearing jewellery with a story behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be booked as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Father's Day gift for him to attend on his own\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA shared experience for a father and adult child\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA workshop for partners or friends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA chance to create a personal ring or another wearable piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Workshop Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbsolute beginners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone curious about jewellery making\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople who enjoy tools, materials and hands-on experiences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividuals or pairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuests aged 16 years and over\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe does not need to book with someone else. Solo bookings are very welcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree hours of personal tuition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll wax, tools and carving materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCasting of the finished design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe first 5 grams of sterling silver or bronze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-finishing of the final piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoffee, tea, water and homemade cookies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdditional Costs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the finished piece weighs more than the included 5 grams:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional sterling silver or bronze: $10 per gram, plus casting fee and GST\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCasting fee: usually $6–$8 plus GST\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold: quoted at the market rate on the day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine sterling silver chain: $45\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNZ courier: urban $11.50 or rural $17.50\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternational courier: quoted separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny tariffs or import duties are the attendee's responsibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTypical Finished Weights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRing: approximately 5–12 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePendant: approximately 4–8 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wax piece will be weighed at the end of the workshop, so any additional costs are clear before it is cast.\u003c\/p\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 needed for close work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA phone or camera to document the process\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is plenty of street parking nearby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere We'll Be\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe workshop is held in my home-based jewellery studio in Mt Eden, Auckland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach attendee has a dedicated workspace and access to the tools and materials needed for the session. Timing may vary slightly depending on how the designs develop—the focus is on enjoying the process rather than rushing to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCancellations and Transfers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the workshop is cancelled or postponed, you will be offered a full refund or a transfer to another date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you can no longer attend:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt least one week's written notice allows a full credit transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlaces can be transferred to another person\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefunds are not offered for attendee cancellations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo arrange a transfer or discuss your booking, email:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:sally.h@herbertandwilks.co.nz\"\u003esally.h@herbertandwilks.co.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Workshop Is Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum of two attendees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for complete beginners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional lost wax techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonal guidance throughout the session\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA real studio environment rather than a kit-based class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA finished piece shaped by the attendee's own hands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"HerbertandWilks Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54209982136633,"sku":"WS-WC-080926","price":275.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/0668\/2937\/files\/wax-carving-workshop-carving-ring.jpg?v=1779656197","url":"https:\/\/www.herbertandwilks.co.nz\/products\/weekday-lost-wax-jewellery-workshop-fathers-day","provider":"HerbertandWilks Jewellery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}