FAQ
Workshops
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Classes are available in Nottinghill, Brunswick, Kyneton, on location and at your venue.
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With skilled instruction and small classes you can learn to make earrings, rings or necklaces, bangles, work with silver clay or enamel – there are classes for every skill level.
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Yes, we offer private classes in Notting Hill and we have a mobile workshop which can come to you (transport charges apply) In Notting Hill the studio is large enough to accommodate up to 20 people. Please contact info@sarahmunnings.com to discuss your needs.
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We recommend starting with silver. Silver is beautiful to work with, and it will give you a much better idea of the process before moving on to Gold. The class price includes sterling silver, copper and brass so you'll be able to experiment with all three while working on your techniques.
The most important thing is to practice a lot—the more you do it, the better you'll get. Once you've mastered these basic skills and know how to work with the three different metals, then it's time to move on to gold either at home or in a private class! Mistakes in gold are more expensive because so make sure you have a good understanding of what you're doing before taking on this metal!
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We are currently not offering stone setting classes.
Stone setting is a skill that needs to be practised and you need to be experienced in soldering before attempting it.
If you are interested in private classes for stone setting, please contact us
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We are very pleased to welcome everyone to our classes, including carers and support staff. If you need accomodations or to confirm access at a venue, please contact us at
info@sarahmunnings.comIf you have an NDIS plan, please contact us for information on bookings and claims.
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Suitable for ages 12+ this class is appropriate for beginners and no experience is necessary. If you would like to bring along a guest who is under 12 please contact Sarah to discuss: info@sarahmunnings.com
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Just yourself and your creativity!
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Closed Toed Shoes and clothes that you can get messy in.
Products
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Yes! All of my products are unique, made-to-order by hand. Each piece is an original, and even though they're all made with my signature style in mind, every piece will have a slight variation to the next, so no two pieces are the same
Some pieces are limited edition, so if you see something you like, be sure to get it while it's still available!
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You can absolutely make your own wedding ring!
I love working with people to create their wedding rings. There are so many options, you can commission a special piece, design your own ring and even make your own rings in a private class.
There are so many options, we can't wait to see what you come up with.
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I am proud to say that all of my precious metals are recycled, and that I source them from Palloys an Australian merchant who sells recycled metals.
I recycle metals from workshops and my studio, and I remodel existing jewellery into new pieces. All my silver is Sterling Silver, and my Gold is either 9k or 18k Gold.
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We use recycled sterling silver for all of our jewelry. We purchase from Palloys an Australian merchant, who recycles scrap silver into new silver bars, which are then sold to jewelers.
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Keeping your jewellery clean and shining is important, but keeping it safe is even more so. That's why we recommend keeping your jewellery away from chlorine and the sea—both can increase oxidisation, which means you'll have to clean the piece more often.
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No problem! Here's what you do:
If your jewellery has no stones:
Dissolve 1tsp citric acid in a cup of boiling water. Let it sit for two minutes.
Take your jewellery out of the water and rub with a silver cloth. It will now be sparkling clean!
If your jewellery does have stones in them:
Different stones have different porosity; some will require more work than others. That's why we recommend bringing your jewellery into our studio for a quick clean and refresh—we’re here for you!
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I use UK sizing for rings A-Z. If you know your ring size and want a comparison chart, Palloys have some great resources here: https://52.243.106.160/resources technicalGuides/ringSize
If you don't know your ring size and have a ring that fits, there are two easy ways to find out what it is. You can use the Jason Withers Ring Sizer and put your ring on
the screen until it tells you what the size is. You can also purchase a ring sizer for $5 on my website and use it again and again! -
We want you to have the perfect bangle, and we know that not every bangle fits every wrist. That's why we've made our bangles in three different sizes: small, medium, and large.
If you're still not quite sure which size is right for you, don't worry! We can create a custom bangle just for you! Just send us an email to get started.
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Our standard chain is 45 cms (17 inches), but if you'd like something shorter or longer just let us know before you order and we will create a custom order just for you.
Shopping
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Studio is open by appointment only. If you would like to visit please email info@sarahmunnings.com to arrange a mutually convenient time.
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I have my work in stores and galleries across Australia and I attend Handmade Canberra each year.
You can find the closest space to you by using the “Stockists” section.
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See our Shipping policy here
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See our returns policy here
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I am currently taking on a limited number of custom projects, if you have a project in mind please email: info@sarahmunnings.com