Nadine Suzanne Jewellery
1:1 Introduction To Sand Casting - ONLINE LIVE ZOOM workshop
1:1 Introduction To Sand Casting - ONLINE LIVE ZOOM workshop
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Are you struggling with sand casting or need a refresher? In this workshop you will learn the fundamentals of sand casting and gain the knowledge to set up your own space and cast objects with confidence at home or in your own studio.
I will go through my home studio set up and show you the process I use to cast which has taken me years to perfect.
This is scheduled to run for 3 hours, however, it could go longer with the questions at the end
What will be covered in this workshop?
- Tools, setup and suppliers -you will be sent a PDF with the tools I will be using/recommend
- Comparing common sands on the market
- Comparing flasks
- What can be sand cast
- Creating the mould and making sure it is set up correctly to get a successful cast
- Side pour vs top pour and when to do this
- Sprue placement
- Metal and how much to use
- What gemstones are suitable for casting in place
- Casting process
- Torches
- Safety
- 30 minute Q & A session
What will be demonstrated?
1: Basic ring set up
2: Casting gemstones in place
3: Casting a flat object/pendant
4: Creating settings/ casting settings
5: Troubleshooting
6: Finishing Techniques - uncovering stones, polishing etc
7: During Q & A time I can go over techniques
*This will be recorded and sent out afterwards and available for 2 months after
*This workshop is scheduled to go for approximately 3 hours, it may go for longer if I don't get through all the questions
Tool List and suppliers
The list that you are sent are the tools I will be using in this demonstration I will go over why I use them, some alternative
As this is a live workshop you will be able to ask questions throughout and will be recorded so you can rewatch it.
The tools list and link should be sent out in confirmation email if you done receive the downloads within 24 hours please let me know
Any questions please reach out via email nadinesuzannejewellery@gmail.com or via Instagram DM
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Size
It is up to you to provide the correct size. If the wrong size is provided then there will be a resize or remake fee.
Resizing costs $100 and a remake of the starts at $750
How To Find your Ring Size
The best way to find your ring size is to come into the studio or visit a local jeweller. If you cant make it into the studio this is a convientent way to measure your finger.
When measuring your finger make sure the paper, string or what ever you use slides on and off your finger easily. Try and the make paper the width of the ring for example if you are buying a 5mm wide band make the width of the paper 5mm. Usually for wider/thicker bands you will need to go up .5 - 1 size.
Nadine Suzanne Jewellery is size inclusive so if you can not find your size in the chart below please email your size to nadinesuzannejewellery@gmail.com.
It is up to YOU to provide the correct ring size, if the ring needs to be resized there will be a resize fee of $100 - this is for a standard resize. Please note some designs can not be easily resized for example cast in place rings and will need to be remade - this will be a remake fee starting at $750 deapending on complexity of the design.
|
Inside |
Inside Circumference (mm)
|
US |
Australia |
|
14.9 |
46.8 |
4 |
H |
|
15.3 |
48 |
4.5 |
I |
|
15.7 |
49.3 |
5 |
J |
|
16.1 |
50.6 |
5.5 |
K |
|
16.5 |
51.9 |
6 |
L |
|
16.9 |
53.1 |
6.5 |
M |
|
17.3 |
54.4 |
7 |
N |
|
17.7 |
55.7 |
7.5 |
O |
|
18.1 |
57 |
8 |
P |
|
18.5 |
58.3 |
8.5 |
Q |
|
18.9 |
59.5 |
9 |
R |
|
19.4 |
60.8 |
9.5 |
S |
|
19.8 |
62.1 |
10 |
T |
|
20.2 |
63.4 |
10.5 |
U |
|
20.6 |
64.6 |
11 |
V |
|
21 |
65.9 |
11.5 |
W |
|
21.4 |
67.2 |
12 |
X |
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
All packages are sent via Australia Post. If you are located overseas once the packages reaches your country it will then be handed to your local courier company for delivery.
Standard shipping - Is shipped with no additional insurance
Express - Is shipped express with Insurance if your packaged goes missing or is damaged
Customers are responsible for any import or custom fees
If your item arrives damaged or incorrect, please contact us within 48 hours with photos. The item willI be repaired replaced
Sand & Ashes
Sand and/or ashes can be used in almost all the designs free of charge.
If you would like to include sand or ashes in your item, make a note in the checkout comment box. We will reach out regarding next steps.
What is Sand Cast Jewellery?
Sand casting is an ancient method of making jewellery.
Sand casting is a technique where jeweller’s sands such as Delft clay, red clay, or natural beach sand are used to create a mould, into which an impression is pressed using a wax model or small object—such as a shell, ring, twig, or button. Molten metal is then heated and poured into the mould, where it cools and solidifies to form a solid sterling silver or gold piece. As each mould is destroyed during the casting process, no two pieces are ever identical, ensuring every creation is entirely unique.
Read more about Nadine's process and techniques here.
Contact Us
Got questions? Feel free to contact us at any time via email nadinesuzannejewellery@gmail.com or through the website here.