Fabrication for Faceted Stone Setting
Instructor: Ms. Ann Cahoon

Level: Intermediate and above
Requirements: Jewelry II or equivalent, and confidence at the torch
Program: Fall
Status: Closed
Length: 3 Days
Tuition: $ 450
Materials: $ 100
Date: October 09, 2009 - October 11, 2009
Location: Metalwerx

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In this three day workshop, we will build a series of basic mountings for faceted gemstones. We will start with straight and tapered bezels, before moving on to partial bezels, ornamental prong settings, and even a basket head. Most exercises will be done with round and oval stones, but applications for fancy shapes will be discussed as well.

This is a great opportunity to greatly increase your understanding of the fabrication and function of different settings, and will challenge you to work with precision and accuracy.

Please note: the focus of this workshop is on fabrication, rather than setting, so even timid setters are most welcome!

Materials & Tools

The materials kit of $100, payable when signing up, includes sterling silver for fabricating all the settings, cz's, a charcoal block, and other items needed for projects.

Please note that Starrett dividers will be available for purchase if students would like to buy them.

Students should bring:

  • optivisor
  • safety glasses
  • needle files (#4 cut square, 1/2 round, triangular, equalizing, barette)
  • dividers
  • their favorite soldering tools
  • 4/0 saw blades

 

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