Stackable Rings Semainier Ring

You won't find a course like this! Tutor Erin has created a very special one-day class where you are invited to handcraft your very own unique semainier ring, rich with deep connections and imbued with new meaning.

When I first saw a semainier ring (which is a lot like a modern stackable ring set), it was purchased in 1970s Paris, France – a gift between lovers and worn for almost 50 years. I was instantly enamoured and became obsessed with this style! The semainier (or “weekly” in French) ring evokes the sense of time passing through seven ‘textured’ or ‘chiseled’ rings, grouped by a flat ring – which is amazingly comfortable. Originating from the Tuareg peoples, these rings were very popular during the Victorian and the Art Nouveau period in France. 

In this one-day fine jewellery workshop, you will have the opportunity to make 7 fine sterling silver rings – all different and allowing your own individual aesthetic to shine through. 

They are stackable, one for each day of the week – to wear together or separately.

There are no formal entry requirements for this course, you do not need to be artistic or creative – you’ll be surprised what you can create under the guidance of our expert tutors.

Our taster classes are perfect for absolute beginners with no previous experience, however it is recommended you first complete the Jewellery Taster Make a Silver Ring or Learn to Make Jewellery Stage One - An Introduction or equivalent.

If you have pre-existing jewellery skills and are looking to advance your soldering, this course is also perfect and well suited.

This is a fast and focused 1 day workshop using micro torch soldering - if you are after a less intensive workshop, please check out Jewellery Taster - Make a Silver Ring.

You will be guided through the following techniques in this one-day workshop:

• Cultural Significance/ History – Discover the origin and rich history of the Semainier.

• Fine Jewellery Soldering – You will learn how to use a micro soldering torch to solder your silver rings and fine link. The type of soldering we cover is more advanced than introductory level soldering joins. You will learn how to control your flame and increase your metallurgic understanding of colour changes in metal, flux and solder. (Individuals’ ring size may vary – but maximum is approx. 2.0mm – to allow room for 7 stacker rings)

• Texturing/ decorative wire work – You can add texture or decorative aesthetics to your ring through a variety of different applications.

• Finishing – You will acquire knowledge of how to file and polish your finished design using jewellery industry production methods.

Each semainier ring is individualised using patterns and textures which best suit you e.g., mark making, wire making and decorative techniques.

All materials are included.