{"product_id":"introduction-to-keum-boo-the-art-of-korean-gold-gilding-full-day-workshop-saturday-20th-march","title":"Introduction to Keum-boo: The art of Korean gold gilding - full day workshop - Saturday 20th March","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eIntroduction to Keum-boo: The art of Korean gold gilding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eSpend an immersive, creative full day at The Studio learning the ancient Korean art of Keum-boo.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eKeum-boo (meaning \"attached gold\") is a fascinating,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e time-honoured technique used to bond pure 24-carat gold foil to silver using heat and pressure alone—no solder or chemicals required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e The result is a stunning contrast between rich,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e warm gold and bright or patinated silver.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this relaxed full-day workshop,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e you will learn the secret to preparing the metal,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e applying the delicate gold foil,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e and transforming your sheet into a finished,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e wearable pendant or a pair of earrings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis workshop is suitable for both adventurous beginners and makers looking to expand their silversmithing experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e I will guide you through every step:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDepletion gilding (preparing the silver):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e To bond 24ct gold foil,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the sterling silver must first have a layer of pure fine silver brought to its surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e You will learn the rhythmic,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e magical process of heating and cooling your silver repeatedly until it turns a chalky,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e frosty white.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDesigning with gold:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Learn how to handle and cut 24ct gold foil into delicate shapes,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e organic accents,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or geometric details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Keum-boo bond:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Using a hot plate and a polished agate burnisher,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e you will watch the magic happen as heat and gentle pressure fuse the gold permanently into the silver.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eForming and finishing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Shape and finish your piece into a bespoke pendant or a pair of earrings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e You can also explore oxidising (blackening) the surrounding silver to make your gold designs pop dramatically.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8,0,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 x 3.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 cm sheet of 24ct pure gold foil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 x 2 cm sterling silver sheet (enough for a pendant or a pair of earrings)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSilver jump rings,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e earring wires,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or findings to complete your design \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8,0,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"70\"\u003e(Extra gold foil and silver sheet will be available to purchase on the day if you wish to make additional pieces.)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTools and Equipment:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full use of The Studio,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e including hot plates,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e specialised agate burnishers,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e torches,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e saws,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and polishing equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSafety Equipment:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Aprons and safety glasses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTuition:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Personalised,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e step-by-step guidance in a supportive,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e small-group setting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRefreshments:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A steady supply of hot drinks and delicious homemade cake throughout the day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eWhat to Bring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA packed lunch:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bring a picnic to enjoy in The Studio,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or feel free to nip out into town for a midday break.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA notebook and pen:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e For sketching ideas and noting the steps.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHair tie:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Essential for keeping long hair safely tied back at the bench.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFootwear \u0026amp; Clothing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Closed-toe shoes and comfortable clothes in natural fibres.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhen:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Saturday 20th March 2027,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 10am – 4pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDuration:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full Day (6 hours including a lunch break)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePrice:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e £135\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Beginner friendly \/ all levels welcome\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 24ct gold foil,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sterling silver sheet,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and findings (extra materials available to purchase)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTake Home:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A finished 24ct gold and silver pendant or pair of earrings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Studio at WIrksworth","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59299491021064,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1373\/3896\/files\/20260903_121459.jpg?v=1793409368","url":"https:\/\/thestudioatwirksworth.com\/products\/introduction-to-keum-boo-the-art-of-korean-gold-gilding-full-day-workshop-saturday-20th-march","provider":"The Studio at Wirksworth","version":"1.0","type":"link"}