FASCINATING WORLD OF FILIGREE
An Introduction to Filigree Jewellery
An IN PERSON Workshop for CRLC Members
September 13 and 14, 2025
Saturday Sept 13, 2025, 10 am – 5 pm, 1 hr lunch
Sunday Sept 14, 2025, 10 am – 5 pm, 1 hr lunch
Learn how to make filigree jewellery with Filigree Artist Milt Fischbein
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FASCINATING WORLD OF FILIGREE
WORKSHOP FAQ
WORKSHOP FAQ
What will I learn in this workshop ?
In this workshop you will learn all of the basic filigree techniques and will use these techniques to create a lovely filigree pendant. You will learn how to prepare fine silver filigree wires and form them into lacey filigree shapes. You will then learn how to create sterling silver frames and how to solder the lacey filigree wire into the frames to create beautiful filigree jewellery.
You will also learn :
You will also learn :
- Design basics for making filigree pendants
- How to fabricate a traditional filigree bail
- How to select the appropriate tools for making filigree
- How to make a number of different lacey filigree shapes
- How to make filigree frames
- Filigree Soldering with paste solder.
- Incorporating bezel set cabochon stones into your filigree designs
What tools will I need ?
Most tools will be available at the CRLC Jewellery Studio.
Instructor will have a complete set of tools which can be borrowed by students
There are a few items that I suggest the student bring from their own studio or purchase for the workshop
NOTE that you need not buy any of these tools as they will be available to be borrowed from the instructor
And bring an assortment of your favorite tools (if you have them)
Instructor will have a complete set of tools which can be borrowed by students
There are a few items that I suggest the student bring from their own studio or purchase for the workshop
NOTE that you need not buy any of these tools as they will be available to be borrowed from the instructor
And bring an assortment of your favorite tools (if you have them)
- Flush Cutter
- Digital Caliper
- Steel Bench Block
- Honeycomb Soldering Block
What is the maximum class size ?
Class will be limited to a maximum of 6 students
We also need a minimum of 3 students in order for the class to proceed
We also need a minimum of 3 students in order for the class to proceed
What materials and Supplies will I need ?
A partial list of materials and supplies required follows. A more detailed list with searchable links will be emailed to you after registration
You may also purchase a material kit that has all of the materials you will need to make the workshop pendant. See info on that in the Material Kit FAQ below
You may also purchase a material kit that has all of the materials you will need to make the workshop pendant. See info on that in the Material Kit FAQ below
- Paste Solder
- Fine Silver wire 26 Ga
- Fine Silver wire 20 Ga
- Sterling Silver wire 16 Ga
- Sterling Silver wire 18 Ga
- Jump Rings 20 Ga 4.6 mm OD (3)
- Bezel Cup Round 10 mm Fine or Sterling Silver
How do I purchase a Material Kit ?
I SUGGEST THAT YOU PURCHASE A MATERIAL KIT FROM ME, but
If you prefer not to purchase your own silver, you may purchase a material kit which will contain all of the silver and other materials that you will need to complete the workshop.
You can purchase the material kit when you register for the class either with a credit card on my website or
via e-transfer
The material kit will cost $89 CAD
The material kit price includes
If you prefer not to purchase your own silver, you may purchase a material kit which will contain all of the silver and other materials that you will need to complete the workshop.
You can purchase the material kit when you register for the class either with a credit card on my website or
via e-transfer
The material kit will cost $89 CAD
The material kit price includes
- Tweezer Style 00
- Tweezer Style 3
- Paste Solder in a syringe
- Fine Silver wire 26 Ga approx. 6 meters
- Fine Silver wire 20 Ga 25cm - twisted pair, prepared in advance of the class for your by the instructor
- Sterling Silver wire 16 Ga 50 cm
- Sterling Silver wire 18 Ga 50 cm
- Jump Rings 20 Ga 4.6 mm OD (3)
- Bezel Cup (1 x 10 mm)
- Carnelian Cabochon Stone (1 x 10 mm)
- Materials for Filigree Bail (Prepared in advance of class by the instructor)
- 20 Ga Sterling silver wire flattened for use (SS 20GaF0.45x1)
- 26 Ga Fine Silver wire prepared by instructor as filigree filler
Workshop Prerequsities
You do not need any filigree experience
You do need to have:
some jewellery making experience
have experience soldering with a jewellery torch
You must be a member of the Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club
You do need to have:
some jewellery making experience
have experience soldering with a jewellery torch
You must be a member of the Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club
What is your Refund Policy ?
Payment is full is required at the time of registration
You may cancel with full refund up to 30 days prior to the start of the workshop
Cancellations will not be accepted after the 30 day deadline, however, if we manage to sell your seat, then you will receive a full refund.
You may cancel with full refund up to 30 days prior to the start of the workshop
Cancellations will not be accepted after the 30 day deadline, however, if we manage to sell your seat, then you will receive a full refund.
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I will contact you when registration opens for the September 13/14 2025 workshop
I will contact you when registration opens for the September 13/14 2025 workshop