Find your ring size, then try out a ring-making workshop
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Version 0 of 1. How to find your ring size 1. Cut a narrow strip of paper or a piece of string, about 10cm long 2. Wrap it around the lowest knuckle of the finger you want to measure 3. Mark with a pen or pencil where it overlaps 4. Use the chart below to find your UK ring size (in mm) A – 37.8 N – 53.8 B – 39.1 O – 55.1 C – 40.4 P – 56.3 D – 41.7 Q – 57.6 E – 42.9 R – 58.9 F – 44.2 S – 60.2 G – 45.5 T – 61.4 H – 46.8 U – 62.7 I – 48.0 V – 64.0 J – 48.7 W – 65.3 K – 50.0 X – 66.6 L – 51.2 Y – 67.8 M – 52.5 Z – 68.5 3 great ring-making workshops The Silver Workbench, north Herefordshire Classes accommodate six students who each get their own workbench. Run by three local silversmiths, the intensive, three-hour sessions offer students, from beginners to advanced, a chance to make jewellery or larger pieces of silverware. A library is on hand for inspiration. Sessions start at £75. silverworkbench.co.uk Silver Petal, Chesterfield Take this weekly beginners’ jewellery class in Chesterfield and learn the basics of silversmithing, including annealing, soldering, pickling, cutting, forming, making findings and texturing. The course will also offer advice on good studio habits, using tools and fabrication techniques. Courses run at the weekend and start at £95. silverpetal.org.uk Elizabeth Anne Norris, Brighton This Brighton based designer offers one-to-one lessons. Learn to make rings or earrings, or choose a bespoke class where she’ll work with you to create the particular piece you have in mind. Lessons are £25 an hour and run from Monday to Saturday. elizabethannenorris.co.uk |