Filigree making workshop in Malta

Filigree is an art of intricate metalwork, which is made with minute threads of silver or gold that are shaped through soldering into detailed shapes. The Knights of St. John originally brought the craft to Malta back in the 16th century, when they would use the technique to embellish churches and other places of worship. Today, master craftsman Gaetano Saliba continues this tradition, and shares his expertise through this one-day course that is suitable for all. Participants are taught the basics of how to shape a frame, twist wire, fill-out a frame, solder, and finally polish a piece to create a unique item of filigree jewellery.

Filigree is an art of intricate metalwork, which is made with minute threads of silver or gold that are shaped through soldering into detailed shapes. Master craftsman Gaetano Saliba continues this tradition, and shares his expertise through this short course suitable for all. Participants are taught how to shape a frame, twist wire, fill-out a frame, solder, clean, and finally polish and refine a piece of filigree jewellery, while also learning the basics of the melting of silver and pulling of wires.

Filigree is an art of intricate metalwork, which is made with minute threads of silver or gold that are shaped through soldering into detailed shapes. Master craftsman Gaetano Saliba continues this tradition, and shares his expertise through this detailed one-month course. Participants are taught the foundations of filigree making, and are also immersed in its history and the key elements needed to package, certify, and market their filigree creations.

Filigree is an art of intricate metalwork, which is made with minute threads of silver or gold that are shaped through soldering into detailed shapes. Master craftsman Gaetano Saliba continues this tradition and shares his expertise through this extensive three-month course. Participants are taught the key components of filigree making, its history, as well the components of packaging, certification, and marketing, all while acquiring practical experience in Gaetano’s workshop.