Filigree

Filigree decoration is a technique created in antiquity. It is a delicate form of open wire work. The decoration is created by twisting wires of different metals, to which sometimes small metal balls (granules) are attached.

 

In this workshop you will learn the filigree technique step by step. We start by making a paste of borax, silver and malachite. Then we explore the different ways of twisting silver wire. With the wire we form figures which we then frame in a silver framework for strength. This technique leads to very fine and frivolous results.

 

The end result is a jewel of your own design; this can be a pendant, earrings, ring or brooch.

 

To follow this course, you have to know how to solder wire independently. Two meters of silver wire is included in the price of the course.

 

 

 

Pictures Roos De Krom / Russian Filigree