Holt's Academy Crafting UK jewellers, one technique at a time

Holt's Academy

Crafting UK jewellers, one technique at a time

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Five Ring-Band Methods Worth Rehearsing: A 2026 Bench Guide for UK Jewellery Students
Bench Techniques

Five Ring-Band Methods Worth Rehearsing: A 2026 Bench Guide for UK Jewellery Students

Ring bands are compact tests of joinery, proportion and finish, yet many UK students rehearse only the standard shank. This bench guide sets out five underused band methods, with practice drills, supplier notes and examples from Holt's Academy student work.
The Training Question: Why UK Jewellery Education Needs More Than Fast Bench Time in 2026
Industry Insight

The Training Question: Why UK Jewellery Education Needs More Than Fast Bench Time in 2026

Apprenticeships remain central to UK jewellery training, but workshop owners and tutors describe a gap between speed and judgement. This commentary argues for short technique intensives, supervised repair clinics and a more rounded pathway for new makers.