Kelly Allanson
When a jeweller's interpretation meets a client's needs, the result is a singular creation- unique, personal, and enduring.
Jewelry Designer
Workshops
Silversmithing is a journey of continuous learning.
Whether you're seeking a day filled with creative fun with a friend or you're ready to elevate your jewelry-making skills to new heights, Kelly will lead you through it in a relaxed and comfortable manner that will make you eager to sign up for more.
With over 25 years of jewelry making and teaching experience, you couldn't be in better hands. There are always great little tips learned in class and beautiful projects to choose from. Students are given a bit of freedom in their designs to ensure that everyone walks away with something they love and will wear.
Kelly Allanson teaches classes in the lower mainland and on Vancouver Island, let us know if you would like to see more classes.
Where beauty captures attention, craftsmanship infuses it with soul. In my artistry, these two elements are inseparable—intertwined in every creation.
Custom Jewelry
Gemstone Setting
Gemstone setting is an essential craft in jewelry design, where expert artisans carefully secure gems into metal settings. This intricate method not only highlights the gem's allure but also guarantees its durability.
Casting
The process of jewelry casting is highly detailed, resulting in a more organic look by utilizing carved waxes or designs produced through 3D printing. These designs are then converted into a mold where molten metal is poured. This technique improves intricacy, provides more fluid shapes, and leads to a robust, durable structure that withstands the test of time.
Custom Fabrication
Custom fabrication is the fundamental approach to converting a concept into a finished product. Various techniques, such as alloying, milling, soldering, construction, and polishing, work together to bring a piece of jewelry to life.
Creation
Designing jewelry is an ongoing process that transforms concepts into tangible art pieces, initiating with idea development and progressing through sketches and digital designs, allowing clients to envision their jewelry as it is being made.
Lapidary
The craft of shaping gemstones or sentimental stones entails a range of techniques including grinding and polishing. Each material type offers its distinctive challenges and benefits. Ultimately, this process can result in highly personalized jewelry for the owner.
