WHERE METAL MEETS FLAME
“There is a place deep within me from whence the creative process arises. An inner cauldron of elemental forces, where metal meets the flame. I slip between the doorways of space and time in this creative play, immersed in the relationship of the elements, how they dance with each other within this cauldron of creation.
What emerges from this inner space are unique, elemental pieces, that shine with preciousness, but also have depth, grit, and the intrinsic strength of metal in its raw beauty. Aesthetically, I am inspired by textures, fluidity, natural forms and contrasting elements. My works often are described as sculptural. I am simply working in metal on objects of art on a miniature scale.”
~Kirra Springs, SILVERSMITH
ENCLUME STUDIO
Enclume is a gorgeous artisan studio nestled in the back gardens of La Markette Lane, adjacent to Flutterbies Cafe in the beautiful picturesque village of Tyalgum. It is my creative world where I sit quietly crafting bespoke, artisan pieces on site from Wednesday to Sunday. At the heart of Enclume is an antique French anvil, upon which many of my pieces are meticulously crafted, and which has some incredible stories to tell!
I have been crafting bespoke, artisan jewellery since 2010. My jewellery is unique and mysterious, carrying the essence of ancientness. From the moment I first picked up a hammer and began tapping away on a piece of silver, I knew that I had found my world, artistically speaking. The sound of the hammer tapping away, transported me to another time, another place. It is from this space that the unique pieces of Enclume emerge...
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LA MARKETTE LANE
23 COOLMAN ST, TYALGUM 2484
WED - SUN | 9am - 3pm
BESPOKE PIECES
I offer highly-personalised custom work, where you can bring your ideas, dreams, old jewellery and mementos together into a new moment of creation. I recognise how personal jewellery is, and how it holds energy and meaning. It is often an intimate whisper from the heart, and I do love being able to manifest that confession of love in the form of an original piece of jewellery.
CREATE YOUR OWN
INTRODUCTION TO SILVERSMITHING
Learn how to make your own silver stacking rings!
Learn the basics of silversmithing in a relaxed, country setting here in Tyalgum, northern NSW. During the course of the day you will become familiar with the fundamental tools of the trade, learn how to cut, saw, anneal, solder, texture and finish two rings, which will be yours to keep!
SILVERSMITHING DESIGN WORKSHOP | EARRINGS
Fine-tune your silversmithing skills with this level 2 workshop!
During this one-day design-based workshop, you will learn how to make a template for your design, cut out shapes, stamp patterns and motifs, hammer domes and curved shapes, as well as drill holes and create hooks for earrings.
SPINNER RING
Create your own spinner ring - the possibilities are endless with these incredibly versatile and gorgeous pieces. A spinner ring is a wider band ring, with thinner stacking rings on top, that are magically secured in place and spin around. Also known as meditation rings, traditional to Israeli jewellery.
BEZEL SETTING MASTERCLASS
Learn how to set a cabochon stone into a pendant or ring!
Learn how to set a cabochon [flat-back] stone into a ring or a pendant, in this comprehensive, one-day Masterclass.