Classic Silver Bangle Tutorial with Three Finishes - Beginner-Friendly Silversmithing Project
The Classic Silver Bangle is the perfect next step from the Skinny Stacking Rings Project. You’ll build on the same core silversmithing foundations, but with a more substantial piece that teaches you greater accuracy, control, and confidence at the bench.
You’ll learn to measure your bangle size accurately, then form and shape your silver wire on a mandrel and steel block. You’ll create a seamless solder join, before refining, finishing, and polishing your piece by hand, with a pendant motor, or with a polishing motor. Finally, you can choose from three finishing options: a high shine, a hammered texture, or a softly sparkling satin finish.
What You’ll Learn in this Silversmithing Course:
Learn how to size your bangle
Use a jewellers saw to cut out the perfect length of wire
Round your ring on a mandrel
Learn how to create a perfect join for soldering
Solder your bangle
Shape your bangle
Refine and finish your bangle
Choose from three finishing options: A high shine,
A hammered finish,
or a satin finish
And voilà 1,2, or 3 perfectly formed solid silver bangles
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This project is part of our online membership, giving you unlimited access to all projects and tutorials. Learn at your own pace, with new projects added every month and ongoing support from award-winning jeweller Jessica.
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Who Is This Silversmithing Tutorial For?
✓ Students who’ve completed the Skinny Stacking Rings Project. This is the perfect next step, with a more substantial piece that builds accuracy, control, and confidence.
✓ Beginner silversmiths ready to level up and practise measuring, forming on a mandrel, and creating a perfect solder join that disappears.
✓ Makers who want to create classic pieces that always sell well and can be adapted with three distinct finishes: high shine, hammered, or softly sparkling satin.
What’s included in this Project?
✓ 10 Easy-to-digest video lessons
✓ Bonus technical tutorials
✓ PDF written instructions
✓ A full tools and materials list with supplier links
✓ 1-2-1 support from Jessica if you need it
Tools and Materials needed for this project:
Materials List
Half round sterling silver wire - 200-220mm (I use 3mm x 2mm, but any dimensions works well)
Hard Silver Solder
Tools List
A bangle mandrel and bangle sizer
A vernier gauge/digital calliper
A scribe
A jewellers bench/bench peg
A jewellers saw and saw blades
A vice
A rawhide mallet or nylon hammer
A steel block
A half round file
Sanding sponges or sanding sticks
Tools for Soldering
A fire brick
A large blowtorch
A turntable
A pickling unit and pickling solution
Copper Pickling Tweezers
Flux and a paintbrush
Steel and brass tweezers
Tools for Finishing and Polishing
A white polishing pad
A polishing cloth
A Pendant motor (Satin finish and pendant motor polishing options)
Felt polishing points (pendant motor polishing option)
A Frosting wheel (Satin finish option)
Polishing motor, mops and polishing compound (polishing motor option)
A Ball pein hammer (hammered finish option)
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any prior experience?
This is a beginner-friendly silversmithing project, but you’ll find it easier if you have already completely the Skinny Stacking Rings Project of have a little previous soldering experience. I will guide you step-by-step with bonus videos to help you with any technical aspects.
What if I’m scared of soldering?
There’s nothing to be scared of with soldering! but if you've never worked with metal at all before, you might want to start with our free no-solder Hammered Charm Necklace project to get comfortable with basic hand tools first.
Do I need a large blowtorch?
Yes, a large handheld blowtorch will make soldering easier for this project. If you don’t have one already you can find one in the tools and materials lists here
How long will this project take?
Most students complete all three rings in 2-3 hours of work time, though this varies depending on your pace and whether you work on them all at once or spread the project over several sessions. The beauty of online learning is that you can work at your own speed.
What's included in this project?
You'll get step-by-step video tutorials covering everything from measuring your ring size to hand polishing your pieces. The course includes a comprehensive tools and materials list with links to suppliers.
Will my bangles be strong enough for everyday wear?
Yes! When properly soldered and finished, these sterling silver bangles are durable enough for daily wear.
Can I sell the bangles I make using this tutorial?
Once you've completed the project and developed your skills, you're welcome to create and sell your own designs.
What language is this online course available in?
The video tutorials are narrated in English, with subtitles available in English, French, German, and Spanish. All printable materials, including PDF instructions and templates are provided in English.
Ready to make this Project?
This project is part of our online membership, giving you unlimited access to all projects and tutorials. Learn at your own pace, with new projects added every month and ongoing support from award-winning jeweller Jessica.
Unlimited access to all projects, 30 day money-back guarantee, cancel any time
Have questions? check out the membership FAQs