The Magic of Wax: Exploring Organic Textures with jo from Rockpool Jewellery (podcast episode)
Jessica Rose chats with Jo Hunt, founder of Rockpool Jewellery, about her creative journey and her love for working with wax. Jo shares all about her brand-new course, Rings, Pendants and Charms in Wax: The Build-Up Technique - the first course at Jewellers Academy dedicated entirely to this organic, textured method. It’s currently on pre-sale for a limited time at 50% off.
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Jo shares how jewellery making became an essential creative outlet during her struggles with anxiety and OCD, and how wax offered the perfect low-pressure medium to explore ideas freely. Jess and Jo talk about the differences between traditional wax carving and the build-up technique, why it produces such unique results, and what tools and materials beginners need to get started.
You’ll also hear insights from behind the scenes of Rockpool Jewellery, from slow, sustainable business growth to offering customers pieces in wax so they can choose their metal before casting. Jo is encouraging for anyone new to wax to give it a try!
Rings, Pendants & Charms in Wax: The Build-Up Technique - online course
Enrol on the brand new online course Rings, Pendants & Charms in Wax: The Build-Up Technique with 50% off for a limited time.
diploma in wax jewellery
And if you want to really delve into working with wax and stone setting, check out our new for 2026 1 year online Diploma in Wax Jewellery
About Jo Hunt
Jo is based in North East England where she creates her collections and one of a kind pieces from her home studio. Jo's designs are inspired by the north east coastline and coastal textures and she sells her designs via her website and in local independent stores and galleries. Jo works with the lost wax casting technique, using mainly the build up technique which she teaches in this course
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