Welcome to John Blackburn's Craft Centre
Goldsmiths, Silversmiths, Jewellers
This website showcases the unique, hand-made jewellery, produced by John Blackburn from his workshop in Derby, England. John has been producing gold and silver jewellery, and display pieces, for nearly 40 years.
Each item is unique and one of a kind. Whilst designs may be re-used or developed, every single item has its own characteristics, from the shape or the tooling, to the final finishing. The result of this age old, traditional, hand made approach, is a unique and desireable piece of jewellery, or decorative item.
Please enjoy browsing some of John's previous work. In addition, he undertakes commissions, and repair work, having built a reputation and customer-base that stretches around the world.
Recreational Silversmithing and Jewellery Classes
John has also spent many years teaching his skills to recreational students. His classes cater for the total beginner and the more experienced. No artistic flair is required, only enthusiasm and a degree of patience.
Autumn Term: 24 September 2007 - 13 December 2007
Winter Term: 7 January 2008 - 20 March 2008
Spring/Summer Term: 14 April 2008 - 3 July 2008
Autumn Term: 22 September 2008 - 12 December 2008 (provisional)
Monday: 6.45pm - 8.45pm (silversmithing and jewellery)
Wednesday: 6.45pm - 8.45pm (silversmithing and jewellery)
Thursday: 9.15am - 12.15pm (silversmithing)
Thursday: 6.45pm - 8.45pm (jewellery)
Please call for availability and fees. A deposit is required to secure a place.
