Silver Jewellery Making

Bali has been renowned for its silverwork for centuries, and nowhere is that tradition more alive than in the workshops and studios around Ubud. In a hands-on jewellery class, you’ll learn the fundamental techniques that Balinese silversmiths have passed down through generations — heating, hammering, shaping, soldering, and polishing silver into a piece that is entirely your own. Whether you choose to craft a simple band ring, an elegant pendant, or a delicate pair of earrings, the satisfaction of wearing something you made with your own hands is hard to beat.

The village of Celuk, a short drive south of Ubud, has been the traditional centre of Balinese silver and goldsmithing for generations. Here, entire families work together in open-air workshops, producing everything from intricate filigree pieces to bold contemporary designs. Closer to home, several Ubud-based studios offer intimate small-group classes where you’ll work alongside a master silversmith, learning to use traditional tools and techniques in a relaxed, unhurried setting.

No prior experience is needed — these workshops are designed for complete beginners as much as for seasoned crafters. Most sessions run between two and four hours, giving you plenty of time to design, create, and perfect your piece. At the end of the class, your jewellery is polished and ready to wear straight out of the studio. It is one of the most meaningful souvenirs you can take home from Bali: a wearable memory, shaped by your own hands in the heart of Ubud’s artistic heartland.