Authentic Javanese Jewelry Making Class in Kotagede

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Learn from the Salim family’s fourth generation, continuing a craft since 1930

Explore Javanese silversmithing in Kotagede’s working family studio
Create a design using traditional Kotagede repoussé (tatah) techniques

Take part in every stage, with optional help for soldering and polishing

Take home handmade silver jewelry with up to 5 g of silver included

What's Included

Bottled water
Fully usage of tools and equipments
Silver for one jewelry design (up to 5 grams per participant)
Transportation to and from the workshop

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The workshop operates inside an authentic Javanese residential compound tucked away from the main commercial street. Upon arriving at the carved wooden door, you will be welcomed directly by our family member.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Step into Salim Silver, a historic family-run workshop inside a traditional Javanese home in Kotagede, and create your own silver jewelry during a three-hour hands-on class.

Choose to make a ring, pendant, or bracelet, then bring your own sketch or adapt one of the designs. An artisan will help adjust your idea so it can be completed during the session. Next, transfer the design onto the silver and learn traditional repoussé and chasing techniques. Shape and emboss the metal, add texture and fine details, then form and solder the piece.

They will guide you step by step and assist with hot or technically difficult stages when needed. Finish by sanding and polishing your jewelry, with optional oxidation for an antique look.

Five grams of silver and all tools are included. Additional silver is available for IDR 70,000 per gram. No experience is required, and you’ll take home the finished piece you created.

Additional info

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for travelers with back or neck problems
  • Not recommended for travelers with severe hand/wrist conditions
Supplied by Salim Silver

Tags

Historical Tours
Craft Classes

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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