benchtips - ask the expert live
About Benchtips:
Benchtips is our free live online series designed to give you direct access to expert guidance in jewellery making and jewellery business.
Each session is hosted on Zoom and led by experienced professionals in the field, sharing practical tips, techniques and insights you can apply straight away. You’ll have the opportunity to ask your own questions and learn alongside a supportive community of jewellers at all stages.
If you can’t make it live, simply register your place and we’ll send you the replay so you don’t miss out.
upcoming benchtips sessions
How to Thrive as a Jeweller with the Rising Cost of Metals
Join me, Jessica Rose for this session on navigating rising metal costs and what they mean for your jewellery business.
I’ll be sharing practical ways to protect your profits, adapt your designs and pricing, and continue growing with confidence in a changing market.
If you’re feeling the pressure of increasing material costs, this session will give you clear, actionable ideas to move forward.
When? Monday 27th April at 8pm UK time BST.
stone setting
Join Jessica Rose and a guest expert jeweller live on Zoom for our Benchtips session on stone setting. This free live Q&A is your chance to ask your questions and get expert guidance on techniques, tools and common challenges.
We’ll be sharing helpful tips and troubleshooting advice along the way, but the focus is on you, so come ready with your questions and learn from others in the session too.
When? Wed 6th May 26 at 1pm UK time BST
micro stone setting
Join me, Jessica Rose and expert jeweller Iain Sainsbury live on Zoom, where we’ll be sharing our top tips and tricks for micro stone setting. Come along with your questions and enjoy learning with us live.
When? Tuesday 12th May 26 at 7pm UK time BST
saw file solder
Join Jessica Rose and expert jeweller Laura Jayne Grey live on Zoom for our Benchtips session on saw, file and solder - the key skills required by all jewellers.
This free live Q&A is designed for those new to jewellery making, giving you the chance to ask your questions and get expert answers in real time.
When? Wed 27th May 26 at 8pm UK time BST
how to build a jewellery business you can leave your job for
Join Jessica Rose for this inspiring and practical session on how to build a jewellery business you can confidently leave your job for.
She’ll be sharing what it really takes to create consistent income, grow your skills and move from hobbyist to professional, with clear steps you can start taking now. If you’re dreaming of turning your jewellery into a full-time business, this session will help you see what’s possible and how to get there.
When? Wed 3rd June 26 at 8pm UK time BST
SILVER METAL CLAY
Join Jessica Rose and Anna Campbell live on Zoom for our Benchtips session on silver metal clay. This free live Q&A is perfect for those exploring or working with metal clay, giving you the opportunity to ask your questions and get expert answers in real time.
When? Fri 5th June 26 at 1pm UK time BST
Past events - watch the replays
working with wax
As part of our 2026 Benchtips series, I was joined by expert jeweller Jane Taylor sharing tips and tricks and answering your questions on how to work with wax to create precious metal jewellery.
Saw, File, Solder
The three core techniques that underpin all pieces made by silver and gold jewellers is sawing, filing and soldering. In this live Q&A, experienced jeweller and tutor Hayley Kruger talks through her top tips and answers your questions.
JEWELLERY MAKING WITH SILVER METAL CLAY
As part of our Benchtips series, I was joined by metal clay specialists Julia Rai and Petra Cameron to answer your metal clay questions.
Filigree Jewellery with Michelle Lierre
As part of our Bench Tips series I was joined by filigree jeweller Michelle Lierre to answer your questions.
polishing jewellery with the gold polisher
As part of our bench tips series I was joined by Stephen Goldsmith aka The Gold Polisher. You can watch the replay of the live Q&A here
stone setting
I was joined by award-winning jeweller Anelia Kuprina. Anelia is a mentor for our Advanced Jewellery Diploma because of her stone-setting skills and she has a wealth of knowledge to share with you.
You can watch the replay of the live Q&A here
getting started with silver jewellery making
I was joined by Laura Jayne Grey, tutor for the Foundation in Silver Jewellery to answer your questions.
working with gold
I was joined by goldsmith Barbara Yarde to answer your questions on working with gold.
GEMSTONES
I was joined by gemmologist Fiona Haines to answer your questions on gemstones.
METAL CLAY
This month I was joined by metal clay artist Anna Campbell to answer your questions on all things metal clay.
repairing and remodelling jewellery
I was joined by goldsmith April Dace to answer your questions on repairing and remodelling jewellery for customers
soldering benchtips
I was joined by goldsmith Hayley Kruger to answer your questions on soldering.