Silver Charm Workshop with CYAN

Canmore Young Adult Network

Learn the basics of lost wax carving as you design and carve a one-of-a-kind charm in wax.

Sheepdog Brewing

APRIL 2026 WITH CYAN

Join us for a fun, hands-on jewellery-making workshop where you’ll design and carve your own silver charm using traditional techniques. Expect a creative, relaxed evening focused on making something unique with your hands. This event is open to beginners and curious makers. No prior jewellery or carving experience needed. Ideal if you like craft workshops, learning new skills, or making something you can actually wear. In this workshop, you’ll be introduced to lost wax carving and guided step-by-step through the process of designing and carving your own charm in wax. Gini will demonstrate techniques, share tips, and offer individual help as you work. Everyone will create a one-of-a-kind charm design. After the session, your wax charm will be sent off for professional casting and finished in solid sterling silver. What’s included<ul><li>All tools and materials</li><li>Guided instruction</li><li>Casting of your charm in solid sterling silver</li><li>Polishing and finishing</li><li>Finished charms will be ready for collection 4–6 weeks after the workshop.</li></ul> Accessibility notesThis is held in the upper level of Sheepdog Brewing. Please let us know if you have concerns regarding accessibility, About the facilitatorFacilitated by Gini Dickinson, artist and jeweller behind <a href="https://www.thrivewithgini.com/" title="https://www.thrivewithgini.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Thrive with Gini</a>. Gini works across silversmithing and handmade jewellery, with a focus on sharing traditional techniques in an approachable, beginner-friendly way. Questions?Please reach out to our Programs Manager at programscyan@gmail.com. Community &amp; InclusionYou are always welcome to attend CYAN events on your own - many people do! Our event staff are there to support you, and we often use light icebreakers to help everyone feel comfortable and included. While CYAN’s programming is designed with young adults in mind, everyone is welcome to attend our events, except events involving alcohol, which are 18+ only. Media ReleasePhotograph and video may be taken at this event. Please contact us or speak with our event staff upon arrival if you do not wish to be photographed. FundingThank you Wim &amp; Nancy Pauw for supporting our Games &amp; Crafts Programming. Please register aheadEvent may be subject to cancellation if we do not receive enough registrations, so please register ahead to secure your spot. Weather considerationsEvent will go ahead rain or shine, unless a safety risk is identified by the facilitator. CommunicationReminder emails with important information may be sent to you through Eventbrite. Please check your inbox (including your junkmail) 48 hours prior to the event. Refund/Cancellation Policy: Please note that all ticket sales are final. Refunds will only be issued in the event of cancellation by the organizer.

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Silver Charm Workshop with CYAN

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