Jewelry Finishing & Polishing Session

€120 per person
Maximum 2 participants per session
Duration: 2 hours

English, German & Korean
Location: Berlin

Take the final steps of the jewelry-making process into your own hands.

This beginner-friendly session is designed for participants who would like to finish and polish their cast silver piece themselves while learning the basic steps of jewelry finishing.

Working directly on your own jewelry, you will be introduced to essential tools, materials, and techniques for cleaning up a raw casting and creating a simple finished surface. The session focuses on surface-level finishing and basic polishing techniques rather than advanced goldsmithing or professional finishing methods.

Scheduling

This session is arranged individually and does not follow fixed workshop dates.

After booking, I will contact you by email to arrange a suitable appointment. Sessions can be scheduled flexibly based on availability.

If you would like to attend with a friend, up to two participants can join the same session.

What You'll Learn

• Basic introduction to jewelry finishing

• Cleaning and refining cast surfaces

• Basic filing and sanding techniques

• Smoothing and preparing the surface

• Creating simple surface finishes

• Basic polishing techniques

• Care and maintenance of silver jewelry

Throughout the session, I will guide you through each step while introducing you to the essential tools and techniques used to bring your cast piece to its finished form.

Included

• Personal instruction and guidance

• Use of all required tools and polishing materials

• Hands-on experience finishing your own jewelry piece

• Tea, coffee, and light refreshments

Who Is This For?

This session is intended for participants who have completed a jewelry workshop with ASTERISK and would like to finish their own cast piece while learning more about the basic finishing process.

The session is very beginner-friendly and no previous jewelry-making or polishing experience is required. It focuses on the fundamentals and surface-level finishing rather than advanced or professional goldsmithing techniques.

Location

The session takes place in my studio in Berlin.

The exact studio address and arrival information will be sent by email approximately 5 days before your appointment. Please make sure to check your inbox and spam folder for further details.

Cancellation Policy

Bookings are confirmed upon payment.

Cancellations made at least 7 days before the session are eligible for either a transfer to a future date (subject to availability) or a store voucher for the full session value.

Cancellations made less than 7 days before the session are non-refundable and are not eligible for a transfer or store voucher.

Liability

Participants take part in the session at their own risk. While every effort is made to provide a safe and supportive studio environment, ASTERISK cannot accept liability for injuries, accidents, loss, or damage that may occur during the session. The safety and well-being of all participants remain a top priority at all times.

Arrival & Attendance

Please arrive on time to ensure you can fully participate in the session.

If you expect to be late, please let me know as soon as possible. While I will do my best to accommodate late arrivals, the session will end at the scheduled time and missed time cannot be extended or refunded.

If you are unable to attend, please refer to the cancellation policy above.

About ASTERISK

ASTERISK is an independent jewelry practice founded by Berlin-based designer Zan Hyang Song. Inspired by identity, transformation, and organic forms found in nature, each piece explores the relationship between the body, memory, and imagination. This session offers an opportunity to deepen your understanding of the craft and take part in the final stage of bringing your jewelry to life.