Join me at my studio for a shell casting workshop!

Bring your own small shell or use one from my collection. During the workshop we will learn how to make natural molds with alginate. These are natural/ temporary molds and are 100% compostable. We will then create wax models from our molds and craft a custom bail (point of attachment) out of wax wire. After the workshop the pieces will be cast in sterling silver or bronze and then professionally finished by me. Your finished piece will be ready for pickup 2-3 weeks after our workshop together.

Cost of workshop is $185.00 + hst (paid now)

+ material/ casting cost ~ this will be between $25-$60, depending on the size of your pendant and material choice. I recommend keeping your shells pretty small especially with material costs on the rise these days. We can roughly calculate this at the end of the workshop. I will invoice everyone individually for this ~ this payment must be made before picking up finished pieces.

Note: I want to emphasis that even though we will be sampling multiple pieces in wax, only ONE piece will be cast. In past workshops extra models have resulted in alot of extra and uncompensated work for me. The option to take your extra models and cast them on your own is not a problem. I would also prefer if you stick to making a small shell pendant for this workshop, you can explore other types of jewelry using this technique in your own time.

***Your cast shell now includes a silk cord. You can choose your color choice at the end of the workshop.

Dates available:

Thursday, Feb 5th 2026

6:30pm-8:30pm (or 9 if a little extra time is needed)

*6 spots available

Refreshments will be provided (glass of wine or soda :) )

See you there!