enamel jewellery making

An Online Enamelling Course for Jewellery Makers

Bring colour to your jewellery and discover one of the most exciting techniques in jewellery making.

Whether you're completely new to enamelling or already have some experience at the bench, this comprehensive online enamel jewellery making course will teach you how to create beautiful enamel jewellery.

Guided by jeweller and enamel specialist Michelle Leaver, you'll learn everything from preparing metal and applying enamel through to firing, finishing and decorative techniques including transparent enamels, cloisonné-inspired wire work, gold foil decoration and ronde bosse enamelling.

Learn from home, at your own pace and enjoy lifetime access to every lesson.

Enrol today and start creating colourful enamel jewellery you'll be proud to wear, gift or sell.

What is enamel jewellery making?

Enamel jewellery making is the art of fusing finely ground glass onto metal at high temperatures to create durable, colourful surfaces.

For centuries jewellers have used vitreous enamel to introduce vibrant colour, intricate patterns and beautiful textures into their work. Today, enamelling remains one of the most versatile jewellery making techniques, allowing you to create everything from contemporary statement jewellery to delicate decorative details.

Throughout this course you'll learn how to enamel on copper and silver while developing the confidence to experiment with colour, texture and design.

why jewellers love enamel

As jewellers, we're very used to working with metal. Sterling silver, copper and gold are beautiful materials, but they're often just one colour. If you're someone who loves colour, enamelling opens up a whole new world of creative possibilities.

By fusing finely ground glass onto metal, you can introduce vibrant colour, beautiful textures and delicate patterns directly into your jewellery. It's one of the most distinctive ways to transform a simple silver or copper piece into something truly eye-catching.

Once people discover enamelling, it often becomes one of their favourite jewellery techniques. Every firing is slightly different, colours can shift in the kiln, transparent enamels reveal the textures beneath the surface, and each piece develops its own unique character.

Enamelling combines technical skill with creativity and experimentation, making it one of the most rewarding jewellery techniques to learn. Whether you dream of creating bold contemporary jewellery or adding subtle touches of colour to your silver work, it offers endless opportunities to develop your own distinctive style.

What you'll learn

This course combines our Beginners and Intermediate Enamelling courses into one complete learning experience.

Foundations

• preparing your metal for enamel

• types of enamel

• firing

Decorative techniques

• transparent enamel

• using wire to create decorative patterns

• adding extra touches with gold foil

Finishing

• troubleshooting

• polishing

• ronde bosse

Rather than simply teaching you to copy a series of projects, Michelle helps you understand the techniques behind enamelling so you can begin developing your own ideas and creative style.

Learn enamelling techniques

Unlike many short enamelling workshops, this course doesn't just show you what to do, it helps you understand why each technique works.

You'll master:

Dry sifting

Create smooth, even layers of colour with confidence.

Wet packing

Control detailed areas of colour for more intricate designs.

using Transparent enamels

Reveal beautiful textures and patterns beneath the enamel.

Fine silver wire decoration

Add elegant linear detail inspired by cloisonné techniques.

Gold foil decoration

Introduce luxurious highlights that catch the light beautifully.

Ronde Bosse enamelling

Learn how to enamel curved forms and rings for more advanced jewellery designs.

Is this enamel jewellery course right for me?

This course has been designed for both beginners and jewellers looking to expand their skills.

It's ideal if you:

• are completely new to enamelling

• would love to introduce colour into your jewellery

• already make silver jewellery and want to learn enamel techniques

• enjoy experimenting with texture and surface decoration

• want to learn from an experienced professional enamel jeweller

• prefer learning online at your own pace

No previous enamelling experience is required.

Why learn with Jewellers Academy?

Thousands of jewellery makers around the world have learned with Jewellers Academy.

When you enrol you'll receive:

✓ Lifetime access to every lesson

✓ Learn at your own pace

✓ Step-by-step video tuition

✓ Downloadable notes and resources

✓ Expert tuition from Michelle Leaver

✓ Access from anywhere in the world

✓ The freedom to revisit techniques whenever you need them

Whether jewellery making is your hobby, your creative outlet or the beginning of a business, we're here to help you build skills that last.

Right now get 50% off this course bundle

The usual price for this course bundle is £79.

Right now you can get it for £39.50.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need previous jewellery making experience?

No. Beginners are very welcome, and the course starts with the fundamentals before progressing to more advanced techniques.

Can I complete the course at my own pace?

Yes. The course is entirely online, allowing you to learn whenever it suits you.

How long do I have access?

You'll enjoy lifetime access, so you can revisit the lessons whenever you like.

What materials will I need?

We'll provide a full materials and tools list before you begin so you can source everything you need.

Can I enamel on silver?

Yes. Throughout the course you'll work on both copper and silver and learn when each metal is most appropriate.

What tools do I need?

We always recommend watching the course through before you order anything so you can prioritise what you need for the projects you’d like to make.

These are the tools and materials used for all the projects on this course:

• Jewellers Kiln - or access to one (A kiln guide and advice on where to buy kilns is supplied in the course notes)

• Kiln shelf/floor mat (which needs to fit in the kiln)

• Stainless steel firing stilts

• Stainless steel woven wire mesh rack

• Firing fork

• Distilled water

• Kitchen towel

• Large mortar & pestle (approx 4" wide)

• Mesh

• Glass brush

• Cooling tile

• Solder probe

• Pallet knife

• Fairy liquid

• A4 sheets of clean paper

• Small funnel

• Diagrit (fine) - plus plastic ruler or old credit card to stick it onto

• Purified water/deionised water

• 2 sieves (approx 1" in diameter)

• Bowl of water

• Carborundum stone

• Bowl for excess water & cleaning units

• Shallow dishes for enamel

• Small paint brush

• Goose quill

• Stanley knife

• Small safety back file

• Needle files

• Large half round file

• Emery papers: 500, 800, 1000 and 2000

• Polishing cream (& cloth)

• Pendant motor & radial discs

• Flat nosed pliers

• Tweezers

• Tin snips

What Materials do I need?

• Enamelling solder (to be used on any pieces to be enamelled)

• 0.3mm round fine silver wire

• Gold foil for enamelling - not the same as leaf (try https://vitrumsignum.com)

• Enamel - Green: SOJE 189 & Deep Blue SOJE 26 (from Vitrum Signum)

• Enamel - Turquoise 431 Transparent (from Cooksongold)

• Flux powder - transparent (from Vitrum Signum)

• Klyr Fire Gum Solution

• Pickle

• 1.2mm thick Sterling Silver sheet

• Jump rings

• Earring hooks

• Chain

(We recommend that you watch the course through before you make your purchases as these are the materials for all of the projects included)

Suppliers

To source your tools and materials, take a look at our list of worldwide jewellery suppliers https://www.jewellersacademy.com/jewellery-supplie...

Do I need access to a jewellers kiln?

Yes, for this course Michelle uses a jewellers kiln/enamelling kiln.

If you’ve always wanted to have a go at adding colour to your jewellery then now is the perfect time to learn how!