Handmade Jewellery

Custom Designed Classes in Jewellery Making

Upcoming Classes

Welcome to Silverfish Studios. The workshops offered are varied and the classroom and library are available for independent workers. Authors, makers, and teachers have found these spaces and the large walk out garden to be peaceful and inspiring. High quality instruction and maker satisfaction are my top priorities

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Silver Precious Metal Clay

Patrice will take you through all of the steps to make a reversible pendant and a pair of earrings.

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Bronze Metal Clay

Patrice will take you through all of the steps to make a reversible pendant and a pair of earrings.

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Copper Etching

We will use several types of resist and apply it to jewellery sized pieces of copper. We will etch these in a very mild acid to create beautiful raised designs.

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Heat Treated Copper

Copper, colour change, heat patina, rivets, cut-outs, windows and ephemera. Join Patrice to discover ways to make dynamic, wearable art pieces...

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Patrice Baker

Jewellery Making Classes

I have been a collector for as long as i can remember. Small repeating objects like rows of buttons, stones, beads, and boxes all fascinate me. I collect fabric, metal , wood, and paper. Many, many pieces of paper. I collect hundreds of things that no one else wants. Those things always make me puzzle, what could be done with them

Although I love to work large, I have a particular passion for jewellery. I am happiest when what I have made looks ancient and weathered, like some long ago artifact that has been worn, repaired and loved. When I make a piece, I don't look at my sketches or photos while I am working, I just begin. I add and take away bits and pieces of things that I have made or found. If i can't find the right thing, I try something else. Or make what I think I need. Or start over. Or set it aside..... and add it to my collections. I can’t use any of those beautiful art words like evoke or resonate or inspire. I just build until it is done

Testimonials

Read some of our customer recommendations below:

What a great class with Patrice. Even a raw beginner like me walked away with an amazing fine silver pendant thanks to serendipity and Patrice!

Noelle S.

St. Catherines

Amazing workshop. Thank you again for your enthusiasm and outstanding instruction at each step.

Kim W.

Oakville

I just did a course with Patrice, and she was such a kind and patient teacher. She was encouraging and always there to help if needed. I had so much fun doing a PMC class with her; I can’t wait to go back and learn more!

Andrea L.

New Market

I recently took a two-day class from Patrice. I LOVED IT!!!! I want more. It was so much fun, and I was VERY pleased with the pieces that I made—even the rings, which were challenging. They look amazing!

Ross R.

Guelph

What a fabulous experience. Patrice moved with us at our pace. We were totally thrilled with the adventure and can't wait for the next one!

Roberta

Elora

Fabulous experience. Patrice is a wonderful teacher. She combines technical know-how and design smarts with a relaxed and informative teaching style that is both fun and educational.

Cathy

Fergus

Fabulous class, Patrice! I will be back.

Diane

Guelph

Patrice makes everything easy to understand and stress-free. It was a wonderful experience.

Kathy

Guelph

Patrice is a kind, fun, and patient teacher. I can't decide what I enjoy more: making something beautiful or her fabulous company.

Andrea T.

Brantford

Who knew I could do this? I made fantastic silver jewellery. My sister took my pendant right off my body when she saw it! Now I’m going back to make more.