Anny & Katie are excited to co-host renowned engraver John Cook to Bristol again, where he’ll be leading a two-day intermediate lettering masterclass at In Bristol Studio on Monday 27 & Tuesday 28 October 2025.
This two-day intermediate level hand engraving course is aimed at existing jewellers and hand engravers looking to incorporate lettering into their everyday work . Hand cut lettering has always been considered a beautiful embellishment of jewellery items , personalising it to the owner.
Through various exercises we will understand the principles of designing and cut formation of various fonts to produce exciting visual lettering that can be applied to your own jewellery pieces.
Course Deliverables:
- An understanding of various types of lettering found on jewellery pieces
- Graver preparation specific to lettering
- Work-holding
- Designing fonts
- Techniques for layout and transferring designs
- Basic font styles: Block, Roman and Script
- Font embellishment techniques: wriggle cuts, ribbon, lined and shadows
- Illustrative lettering – including single , 2 and 3 monograms
By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped with the foundational skills to integrate personalised, hand-cut lettering into your jewellery pieces with precision and flair.
To enrol in this intermediate-level course, you must have either completed the Introduction to Hand Engraving course with John or possess a basic understanding of engraving techniques. This includes experience with tool preparation and sharpening, transferring designs, and confident use of flat, round, and square gravers.
All lettering exercises will be practised on a flat copper plate, which is included as part of the course materials. You are encouraged to bring your own graver tools, or simply come as you are—tools will be provided, and some may be available for purchase on the day (subject to availability).
A light lunch, snacks and beverages will be provided on both days of the course. If you have any allergies or dietary requirements, please let us know in advance so we can make the necessary arrangements.
Co-Host by Anny + Katie
Age restrictions: 18+
Dates: Monday 27 & Tuesday 28 October
Time: 9:30am-5pm
Cost: £280 for two days
To book your place visit: https://www.chingchinjewellery.com/product-page/intermediate-hand-engraving-course-lettering-for-jewellers
For any enquiries, please email Anny at chingchinjewellery@gmail.com
