If you’ve ever thought about teaching creative workshops – or you already
run them and want to make them truly unforgettable – this episode is packed
with wisdom you won’t want to miss.

Jessica Rose sits down with Patricia van den Akker from The Design Trust,
author of ‘Teaching Creative Workshops in Person and Online’, to share five
powerful tips for designing workshops that stand out. Patricia’s approach
goes far beyond simply showing people how to make something. Instead, she
encourages us to think deeply about why we teach, what kind of experience
we want to create, and how we can market our workshops in a way that
connects emotionally with the right students.

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If you’ve ever thought about teaching creative workshops – or you already
run them and want to make them truly unforgettable – this episode is packed
with wisdom you won’t want to miss.

Jessica Rose sits down with Patricia van den Akker from The Design Trust,
author of ‘Teaching Creative Workshops in Person and Online’, to share five
powerful tips for designing workshops that stand out. Patricia’s approach
goes far beyond simply showing people how to make something. Instead, she
encourages us to think deeply about why we teach, what kind of experience
we want to create, and how we can market our workshops in a way that
connects emotionally with the right students.

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In this week’s episode of the Jewellers Academy Podcast, Jess talks with
fine jeweller and experienced instructor April Dace about her upcoming
three-day in-person masterclass in Brighton (2nd – 4th October 2025).
Designed for intermediate to advanced jewellers, the course focuses on
creating a stunning Tiara wedding band with five claws – a perfect project
to refine your stone setting skills and elevate your engagement ring
designs.

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In this week’s episode of the Jewellers Academy Podcast, Jess talks with
fine jeweller and experienced instructor April Dace about her upcoming
three-day in-person masterclass in Brighton (2nd – 4th October 2025).
Designed for intermediate to advanced jewellers, the course focuses on
creating a stunning Tiara wedding band with five claws – a perfect project
to refine your stone setting skills and elevate your engagement ring
designs.

Continue reading

Anna Campbell is in conversation with Lynn Powell. Anna is the founder and
tutor for Jewellery School Scotland, teaching sell-out jewellery workshops
in Edinburgh. Lynn Powell is the founder of the Arienas Collective, a
creative workshop hub in Edinburgh. The collective was set up to help local
artists and makers make a living doing what they love. Anna teaches her
workshops exclusively with the Arienas Collective and they regularly sell
out months in advance.

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Anna Campbell is in conversation with Lynn Powell. Anna is the founder and
tutor for Jewellery School Scotland, teaching sell-out jewellery workshops
in Edinburgh. Lynn Powell is the founder of the Arienas Collective, a
creative workshop hub in Edinburgh. The collective was set up to help local
artists and makers make a living doing what they love. Anna teaches her
workshops exclusively with the Arienas Collective and they regularly sell
out months in advance.

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Anna Campbell chats with tutor and mentor Laura-Jayne of Small Dog Silver
about the Foundation in Silver Jewellery course – the perfect starting
point for beginners wanting to make beautiful jewellery from home.

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Anna Campbell chats with tutor and mentor Laura-Jayne of Small Dog Silver
about the Foundation in Silver Jewellery course – the perfect starting
point for beginners wanting to make beautiful jewellery from home.

Continue reading