Ever found yourself with a pretty old teaspoon and thought, “I don’t want to throw this away… but what on earth am I going to do with it?”
Well, here’s a solution: turn it into a ring.

I’ve started running spoon ring workshops from my studio in Drybrook, and they’re a brilliant way to get creative, do something a little different, and give old cutlery a new lease of life. Think of it as recycling with flair.

What’s the Workshop All About?

This is a hands-on, relaxed session where you’ll turn a small spoon (or fork!) into a ring you can wear with pride. It’s a great way to upcycle, repurpose, and enjoy a bit of tactile creativity without needing any jewellery-making experience.
These sessions are less in-depth than my full sterling silver workshops — no soldering, no precision sawing — just some solid bending, finishing, and a bit of a natter.

What’s Included

The workshop fee covers:

• Full tuition in my studio

• Use of tools and protective equipment

• Bottled water and biscuits

• One completed spoon ring — if you bring your own spoon

If you don’t bring a spoon, no problem — I’ll have a selection you can choose from on the day. You just pay separately for whichever one you fancy using.

Choosing a Spoon

You’ve got two options:

1. Bring Your Own
Have a decorative teaspoon, salt spoon, or something a bit quirky tucked away? Bring it along! Not all spoons are suitable for bending, so if you’re unsure, just email a photo to me at [email protected] and I’ll happily take a look.

2. Buy One From Me on the Day
I keep a small stash of spoons for each workshop — the stock changes depending on what I can source, but I aim for a decent mix of shapes and styles. Prices vary depending on design and metal content — from simple plated spoons to ornate sterling silver options.
If you’d prefer to choose ahead of time, I’m happy to send you photos of what’s available and set one aside for your session.

To help keep workshops affordable and accessible, I generally suggest working with EPNS (plated) spoons. These often show signs of age and plate wear — but that’s part of their charm. A bit of history, a bit of character, and a lot of potential.

Rough Idea of Cost

Depending on your spoon choice, your total cost will vary ( £55 to around £125).
There’s no pressure to buy anything — just options to suit your style and budget.

Legal Bits (Sterling Silver & Hallmarking)

In the UK, hallmarking law is pretty clear: if I take a sterling silver spoon and turn it into a ring to sell, I need to follow the rules.
If the final ring weighs over 7.78g, it must be hallmarked — regardless of whether the original spoon had a hallmark. That’s because the use has changed, and the original mark no longer applies.

But here’s the important bit:
If you make your own spoon ring during a workshop, none of that applies.
You’re making it for personal use, not for resale, so hallmarking isn’t needed.

To help keep things straightforward and affordable, I usually recommend using plated spoons for workshops. They’re widely available, come in all sorts of lovely designs, and polish up beautifully into something special.

These workshops are about creativity, resourcefulness, and having a bit of fun. Whether you’re someone who loves upcycling or just fancy trying something a bit different, spoon rings are a fab way to spend a couple of hours and go home with something you’ve made yourself.

Fancy giving it a go?
Pop over to the workshop page (link below) for available dates — or feel free to message me if you’ve got a spoon you’re unsure about, want to see what I’ve got in stock, or just want to ask a question before you book.

Gift vouchers are also available — a brilliant way to give the gift of creativity and self-expression.
Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or just because.

Let’s rescue some forgotten cutlery and turn it into something wearably awesome!