Salt Way Silver - Silver Jewellery classes, Worcestershire.

"I spent a day with four friends (a college reunion weekend) in Jonathan's studio, in February 2023. (It was supposed to be on the boat on March 2020, but Covid got in the way!) Frustrating as the delay was, it was well worth waiting for! Jonathan was fabulous at teaching a variety of techniques, and was happy to answer our many questions. We spent the morning practising using copper, with a short break for delicious cake! The sun came out for us, and we were able to eat our lunch in a sunny corner of the garden, before heading back inside to discuss our 'silver plans' and to begin work. I was expecting to come away with one item, and would have been happy with that, but the copper 'practise' items were fantastic! I now have a lovely bag charm and pendant, in addition to a gorgeous silver bangle. I've recommended Salt Way Silver to a number of friends who might want something a bit different to do with friends or family - and I will continue to do so. We had a brilliant day! Many thanks, Jonathan."

"My wife booked this course as a 13th birthday present for our daughter, we had no idea what to expect but what a revelation it was. Jonathan has the patience of a saint and his explanations of techniques, tools to use and materials is thorough but easy to follow as novices to jewellery making. After practising on several copper pieces, we were let loose on the silver, our daughter had a design for a ring she wanted, drew the idea down and although some elements were small and fiddly, Jonathan helped her to get mark out, cut and solder the different elements of the ring she'd designed and it turned out just as she wanted it............AMAZING !!!! Really can't recommend Salt Way Silver highly enough, we plan to return ourselves at some point. Thank you Jonathan for a wonderful experience :)"

"We booked a full day beginner's course with Salt Way Silver after receiving a recommendation by a colleague. We weren't disappointed! Jonathan gave us the most enjoyable day, helping us master the basics in the morning using copper and including silver soldering which set us up for an afternoon using the real stuff to make a necklace and gent's ring. The day was so well planned and structured by Jonathan and the background folk music soundtrack and home made cake for elevenses made everything feel even more relaxed and friendly. We were joined by another student for the day and it was lovely getting to meet & know new people. We can't recommend Salt Way Silver highly enough and a return visit is already being planned - thank you so much Jonathan for a fantastic day. David & Rachael"

"If crafting is your thing, with or without any skill, then you will love learning to make jewellery with Jonathan. I attended this course with my big sister and best friend. My sister was enthusiastic but nervous when she saw the list of tools we’d be using and skills we would be taught. She needn’t have been. Jonathan is a calm and patient teacher and didn’t just make it look easy. He broke down each step so it was actually very easy to follow. We all made very different bangles but we were all absolutely lately delighted with our creations. There is something joyous about making something so when you can wear your creation too, there is nothing not to like."