From Sea to Silver – How to Turn Beach Finds into Beautiful Jewellery with Sea Glass and Silver Clay
- sarahwyecreative
- Aug 19
- 2 min read
There’s something magical about walking along the shoreline, pockets filling with shells, pebbles, and glistening pieces of sea glass smoothed by the waves. Each find is a tiny treasure, carrying the story of the sea. But what if those keepsakes could become more than just trinkets in a jar? What if you could transform them into stunning pieces of jewellery to wear and cherish?
That’s exactly what we do in my jewellery-making workshops here in the Forest of Dean. Surrounded by nature, you’ll learn how to turn your coastal finds into silver jewellery — a beautiful way to connect the seaside with the forest and create something completely unique.
Turning Sea Glass into Silver Treasures
Sea glass is already jewellery in the making — soft, frosted surfaces, unique shapes, and shades ranging from pale aqua to deep cobalt. In my Seaglass Silver Jewellery Classes, you’ll learn how to create a handmade silver setting that perfectly frames your chosen piece of glass. Whether you’d love a ring, necklace, or bangle, the result is a one-of-a-kind piece of jewellery with the ocean at its heart.
Silver Clay Workshops – Casting the Coastline
But sea glass isn’t the only treasure you can carry home. Perhaps you’ve collected a delicate shell, a patterned pebble, or even driftwood with a beautiful texture. In my Silver Clay Jewellery-Making Workshops, you can create a mould from these natural objects and capture every tiny detail in solid silver. Silver clay, once fired, becomes pure silver — so your beach find is forever preserved as a charm, pendant, or keepsake.
A Creative Day in the Forest of Dean
Both workshops are hands-on, fun, and beginner-friendly. You don’t need prior experience in jewellery making — just a love for the coast, a spark of creativity, and maybe a favourite find or two from the beach. By the end of the day, you’ll walk away not only with new skills but also with your very own piece of jewellery, carrying a story only you can tell.
Why Make Jewellery from Beach Finds?
Personal connection: Every piece reflects your own memories of time spent by the sea.
Sustainable & meaningful: You’re reusing natural treasures instead of mass-produced materials.
Skill for life: Once you learn the techniques, you can continue creating forever.
Ready to Begin Your Journey?
If your jars of sea glass and shells are calling out for a new purpose, why not turn them into jewellery you can treasure every day? Join me in the Forest of Dean for a Seaglass Silver Jewellery Class or a Silver Clay Workshop, and let’s transform your beach finds into something truly special.
