Courses
Gather together with makers of all levels to learn new skills and celebrate traditional crafts and regenerative living. Whether you're interested in half-day workshops or multi-week courses, there's something for everyone! Located in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada, we offer hands-on experiences in a variety of subjects, all taught in either the beautiful studios at the New Brunswick College of Craft & Design (NBCCD) or one of our partnering locations.
FULL – Jewellery Making: Cuttlefish Casting – Mackenzie Russell
May 18 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
$89.00 – $119.00
ONE-DAY WORKSHOP – May 18, 2024 | 9 am – 4 pm
Cuttlefish casting is the ancient jewellery-making technique of using the back plate or cuttlebone of the ordinary squid as a quick and fairly accurate casting method. Using basic hand carving and molten metal, we will create a unique piece of sterling silver stock that will be transformed into jewellery that displays the intricate texture of Cuttlefish bone. Because the mold is exhausted following the pour, the items it yields are truly one of a kind. Dive into ancient art in this hands-on jewellery-making course!
TICKET PRICING & MATERIAL COST:
Regular ticket price (March 1, 12 pm – May 5, 11:30pm): $119
NBCCD staff, faculty, and current students receive 20% off regular ticket sales while supplies last. Find the NBCCD Discount ticket below.
Additional material fee: $60 to be paid to the instructor on the day of the workshop.
Additional Instructions: Please wear short-sleeved shirts, full leg coverage (pants/long skirt), no dangling jewellery, long hair tied back or covered, closed-toe shoes, and safety glasses if they prefer their own (if not, they will be provided).
FAQ and refund information can be found at the bottom of this page.
THE INSTRUCTOR:
As the Jewellery/Metal Arts Studio technician for NBCCD, Mackenzie keeps things rolling. He orders materials, organizes the studio, and maintains its operations. An armchair philosopher and aspiring alchemist, Mackenzie is inspired by liberal pursuits and the possibility of interpreting conceptual ideas into a visual piece of art.
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FAQ
Refunds
If a request for a refund is submitted at least 14 days before the course begins, you will be eligible for a 94% refund. A 6% deduction will cover the administration costs and stripe service fee. For refund requests made between 8 and 13 days before the course begins, a 75% refund will be granted. If a refund request is received within 7 days or less before the course start date, a refund will not be issued unless we can fill your spot with another participant. In the event that a participant cannot attend an in-person course due to illness, they can receive a Honeybee voucher for 75% of the value of their course that can be paid towards another class in the future. The participant will need to notify the Honeybee Coordinator before the course begins.
Cancellations
If a workshop is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances regarding the instructor facilities or low enrolment, a 100% refund will be granted to registered participants. If class is cancelled due to weather, the course will be moved to the following weekend (unless otherwise specified). If you cannot attend the new scheduled time, you will be granted a 100% refund.
For more information regarding cancellations, refunds, and our policies, please refer to our frequently asked questions.