Welcome to the Cognac Jewellery School
Where nature-lovers become jewellers
Choose Between Online and In-Person Learning
Learn to Make Nature-Inspired Jewellery through Step-by-Step Online Projects
The latest online project: Textured Silver Flower Necklace
Master silversmithing and silver clay through beautifully filmed, narrated projects that guide you step-by-step from beginner techniques to refined botanical and ocean-inspired pieces.
✔️ Unlimited access to all projects
✔️ New projects added regularly
✔️ Pathways to guide you from complete beginner to confident jeweller
Prefer to learn in France? Click here to view in-person experiences →
Immerse yourself in a Jewellery Experience at a Château in France
Learn in-person with me here at the Château de Puyguiller
Immersive luxury jewellery courses at the Château de Puyguiller in France, set among the vineyards of Cognac.
Learn through core and nature-inspired projects that blend traditional silversmithing with silver clay, guided step-by-step at the bench. With small-group teaching, clear demonstrations, and personal support, you’ll gain confidence from forming and soldering to setting stones and finishing.
Choose a Foundation week to start your journey or a Collections week to refine your skills - all in a calm, inspiring setting designed for focus, creativity, and hands-on learning. Return home with jewellery you’re proud of and a skill set ready for your own studio.
Prefer to learn online? Click here to view all online projects →
Choose Your Path
Online Studio
Unlimited access to my entire project library. New nature-inspired projects arriving all the time. Mentoring, support, and a community of makers.
✓Online Project library
✓Technical Tutorial library
✓New projects arriving regularly
✓1-2-1 support
€29/month (billed annually)
Summer Foundation Course
New to Jewellery Making? Immerse yourself in a week of jewellery making in the heart of Cognac, France. Small groups, all tools provided, hands-on learning in a Château setting.
✓ 5-days in the workshop
✓ 7 nights at a beautiful French Château
✓ All tools and materials included
✓ Small group (max 6 students)
Collections Week
Five immersive days at the Château de Puyguiller creating a curated collection & mastering advanced techniques. Small groups, all tools and materials provided, hands-on learning in a beautiful setting.
✓ 5-days in the workshop
✓ 7 nights at a beautiful French Château
✓ All tools and materials included
✓ Small group (max 6 students)
What the Students Say
Online Membership
Everything you need to make beautiful jewellery at home
Gain unlimited access to our growing library of nature-inspired projects, combining silver clay and traditional silversmithing techniques.
How the Online Jewellery Studio works
1
Join the membership
For instant access to all the online projects and the full resource library.
2
Choose your project
Pick a project that inspires you. Beginner-friendly options available
3
Learn new skills
And build confidence while making beautiful, finished pieces of jewellery
€29/month billed annually, 30 day money-back guarantee, cancel anytime
Got questions? Check out the Membership FAQs
In-Person Experiences at the Château de Puyguiller
A week of jewellery making in the heart of France
Join me at my studio in a beautiful French château for an immersive week of learning. Small groups, all tools and materials provided, and hands-on guidance every step of the way.
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The Foundation Course
7 Day Experience - 5 Workshop Days - Max. 6 Students - All Materials Included - French Château Stay - All-Inclusive - Personal Concierge
Master the fundamentals of silversmithing and silver clay. Perfect for complete beginners who want to build a solid foundation in jewellery making.
✓Basic silversmithing: forming, soldering, finishing
✓Silver clay fundamentals
✓7+ finished pieces to take home
✓All tools and materials provided
✓A full year of online membership included
LEVEL UP
The Intermediate Collections Week
7 Day Experience - 5 Workshop Days - Max. 6 Students - All Materials Included - French Château Stay - All-Inclusive - Personal Concierge
Create a collection and master advanced techniques. Ideal for jewellery makers ready to elevate their skills
✓ Learn more advanced techniques
✓ Create a beautifully curated collection
✓4 finished pieces
✓All tools and materials provided
✓ A full year of online membership included
Both courses include
✓ 5 days in the workshop
✓ Small groups of maximum 6 students
✓All tools, silver, gemstones, and materials
✓ 7 nights french château accommodation
✓All meals, private transfers to and from the school
✓ Conceirge service
✓Ongoing support from Jessica after you leave