Manual Jewellery Designing Programme – Level 2

Course Overview:

Immerse yourself in the fascinating history and diverse traditions of jewellery, with a special emphasis on India’s rich heritage. Discover the intricate craftsmanship and cultural significance behind bridal jewellery pieces, incorporating various design variants to bring them to life. By mastering the art of jewellery design and understanding the intricacies of the jewellery business, you will be equipped to flourish as a complete designer.

Course Content:

1. Orthographic Views:Students will learn how to create technical drawings of jewellery designs for precise manufacturing, employing orthographic views. Additionally, they will explore advanced techniques for designing and manufacturing rings, balis and cuff links, including various styles, settings and materials
2. Men’s Jewellery:This module covers the design and manufacturing of men’s jewellery, encompassing kurta buttons, tie pins, brooches and kalangi/sarpech, with a focus on traditional and contemporary styles, settings and materials
3. History of Jewellery:Students will get to learn of the history of jewellery, including significant eras, styles and movements
4. Enamelling Techniques:Students will get to learn the various enamelling techniques used in jewellery design, including Champlevé, Cloisonné, Basse Taille Plique-à-Jour and Painted Enamelling.
5. Jewellery Traditions of India:This module explores the diverse jewellery traditions of India, including South Indian jewellery, temple jewellery, Thapa, closed setting, kundan setting, Pachi setting, kundan and minakari jewellery, with a focus on their history, styles and significance
6. Reviving of the Dying Indian Jewellery Craftsmanship: Students will discover efforts to revive dying Indian jewellery craftsmanship, including techniques such as Thewa, Silver Hupari Payal, Bidri and Taraksi, understanding the challenges and opportunities involved
7. Techniques and Fundamentals of Jewellery Manufacturing:This course would provide you with an in-depth understanding of the techniques and fundamentals
8. Jewellery Budgeting: This course would provide you with an understanding of jewellery budgeting of gold jewellery, diamond jewellery, kundan jewellery including cost estimation, pricing strategies and profit margins and much more helping you become an entrepreneur
9. Redoing Old Jewellery: Discover methods for refurbishing and updating outdated jewellery pieces.
10. Understanding Jewellery Business: Acquire knowledge of the industry landscape, including market trends and customer preferences

Course Duration:  

• • Duration: 3 Months
  • Total Sessions: 60
  • Session Duration: 2.5 Hours (Morning and Afternoon batches available)
  • Schedule: Monday to Friday

Course Outcome:

The Manual Jewellery Designing Course Level 2 will enable students to advance their skills and techniques in jewellery design. In this comprehensive jewellery design course, you will learn about various types of jewellery, including rings, balis, cuff links, men’s jewellery, kurta buttons, tie pins and brooches. The curriculum covers essential enamelling techniques, the rich jewellery traditions of India and methods for reviving dying Indian jewellery craftsmanship. You will gain expertise in different settings, such as closed setting, Pachi setting, kundan and minakari jewellery and thappa. Additionally, the course provides in-depth knowledge of jewellery budgeting, the fundamentals of jewellery manufacturing, refurbishing old jewellery and insights into the jewellery business. Students are ready to become entrepreneurs. Graduates will be prepared for various career paths, including roles as jewellery designers in manufacturer or retail outlets, jewellery consultants, influencers/bloggers, entrepreneurs and boutique owners with confidence.