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Don’t know what to do with your old jewellery or scrap silver? Let’s turn it into something useful!

In this hands-on Taster Experience at Vanilla Ink CIC in Glasgow, you’ll learn how to melt, refine, and repurpose your own metal, transforming scrap into fresh, workable material ready for your next project.

With metal prices on the rise, knowing how to reuse what you already have is a powerful skill. We’ll take you through the full process, from testing and preparation right through to melting, pouring, and forming, giving your old scrap a brand new lease of life.

Can I do this class?

Absolutely. This class is open to all levels, whether you’re a complete beginner or a practising jeweller looking to become more self-sufficient at the bench.

If you’ve got scrap metal and want to understand how to use it properly, this is the class for you.

What happens?

You’ll be introduced to the key techniques of metal recycling and refining, including:

• Testing and identifying different types of silver

• Understanding what can [and can’t] be melted together

• Preparing and seasoning your crucible

• Melting and pouring your metal safely

• Rolling, shaping, and forming your new material

The morning focuses on demonstration and understanding the process, before moving into hands-on making in the afternoon, where you’ll melt and work your own silver.

Do I need to bring anything?

If you have scrap silver, please bring it along, this is your chance to give it a new life.

If you don’t have any scrap but are keen to learn the process, just get in touch and we can talk through your options.

This class includes a 2” crucible, which you’ll season during the session and take home with you.

Please tie back long hair, avoid open-toed shoes, and wear fitted clothing. If you need glasses for close-up work, bring them along, as this is detailed [and occasionally fiery] work 🔥

The details

🔨 Five-hour class
🕑 11am - 4pm
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11am - 1pm will be discussion and demonstration. You’ll then stop for a 30 minute break. From 1.30pm - 4pm you will have the opportunity to melt and forge your own metal.

Private 1-2-1 or group sessions can also be organised, please get in touch to discuss.

Why book with Vanilla Ink CIC?

Vanilla Ink CIC is a Community Interest Company, meaning every class you book supports creative programmes for vulnerable and disadvantaged communities across Scotland. When you learn with us, you’re helping others discover purpose and confidence through making.

Bring your friends too! When you book together, you each get 10% off with code FRIENDS10 at checkout.

All prices are inclusive of VAT
Students must be 16+ years
Good eyesight and hand dexterity is essential
Please read our full Ts & Cs and Cancellation Policies before booking

Vanilla Ink CIC
60 Brook Street
Glasgow
G40 2AB