Tell me about it

Mitsuro Wax, or to give it its full name, Mitsuro Hikime, is an ancient Japanese wax making technique that creates a truly unique type of material. This hand-made wax creates beautiful ridges and wrinkles that mimic natural form. During the course of this Taster Experience, you will learn how to make Mitsuro Wax from scratch and then how to work it to create some beautiful items of jewellery.

While you may not be able to take home a finished piece of jewellery that very day, don’t worry! You will have a finished piece to show for it as we will cast your piece and send it to you as soon as it is ready!

The aim of this class is to:

• introduce you to this incredible material

• allow you the time to experiment with it

• give you all the resources and information you need to recreate this process

• have FUN!

Can I do this class?

Complete beginners to experienced jewellers who want to learn this technique. If you enjoy peaceful, therapeutic processes you’re gonna love this.

What happens?

You will learn how to:

• make Mitsuro wax from scratch

• work it to create its signature striated look

• form it into unique pieces of jewellery

Do I need to bring anything?

You don’t need to bring anything with you as we will provide all the equipment and materials needed. Everyone will have their own space with access to all the tools required to create the pieces.

Please wear long hair tied up [or bring something to do so], don’t wear open-toed shoes and keep loose-fitting clothing to a minimum.

If you need glasses to see things close up, please bring them with you. Making jewellery is fiddly!

The details

Three-hour class

Choose which session you’d like from the drop down box below

<< We also can arrange for private parties with a minimum of three and a maximum of seven. If none of the dates matches up for you, just get in touch! >>

We are a Community Interest Company who are beyond profit. When you buy a class from The Smiddy, money is invested in our social enterprise programmes. We aim to create a variety of sessions aimed at the most vulnerable, disadvantaged or deserving in society to give a sense of purpose and help them feel connected to those within their community. Our goal is to promote social engagement and support cultural enhancement. We believe everyone should get the opportunity to experience jewellery making.

<< When you bring a friend or friends, you all get 10% off! Just enter PALS2024 at the checkout to apply the discount >>

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 The Smiddy
Old Market Place
Banff
AB45 1GE