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Secret Settings for Jewellers: The Art of Back Setting Stones

£235
excl materials
Course type Term
Nerissa Parker Jewellery Designer
Nerissa Parker, Class tutor
Course Starting Dates

Tue 29 Apr 2025, 10.00am - 12.30pm

Course Starts
Tue 29 Apr 2025
10.00am – 12.30pm
Course Notes
8 weekly classes (Check availability for all dates)
Online option available via Zoom if you're unable to attend a class.
Course Overview

Secret Settings for Jewellers: The Art of Back Setting Stones

Master innovative back-setting techniques to securely set stones and incorporate materials like glass, wood, and fabric in your jewellery designs.

Unlock the transformative art of jewellery design with our course, Secret Settings for Jewellers: The Art of Back Setting Stones. This course is specifically designed for jewellers and creative enthusiasts eager to master the innovative techniques of back-setting stones. Not only will you learn how to securely set gemstones, but you’ll also discover how these same cold join techniques can be applied to incorporate a variety of materials, including glass, plastic, wood, and fabric. Whether you’re setting a stone or securing a glass lid in a trinket box, these versatile methods will enhance your creativity and craftsmanship.

Course Highlights

  • Comprehensive tutorials on back-setting techniques for stones and mixed materials.
  • Practical applications for incorporating glass, plastic, wood, and fabric into your designs.
  • Step-by-step guidance for creating durable, aesthetically pleasing pieces, from jewellery to functional items.
  • Inspirational examples that demonstrate the versatility and creativity achievable with these techniques.

Who Should Attend?

Student Ability Level

This course is for experienced makers only with an intermediate to advanced level of competence.

Who Should Take This Course?

  • Jewellers and jewellery designers looking to expand their skills with innovative back-setting techniques.
  • Artisans and craftspeople interested in incorporating mixed materials into their jewellery and craft projects.
  • Creative enthusiasts eager to explore new methods for combining stones with alternative materials.

If you are a complete beginner we recommend starting with a beginner course before attempting this course since students are expected to know how to design, make and finish their own pieces.

Student Age Guidelines

All students attending classes or workshops at Kingham Jewellery School must be 18 or over unless otherwise stated in the course information.

Course Materials

Course fees include silver solder and saw blades. Metals, findings, gold solder and a variety of stones are available for purchase at the school.

Materials cost

Cost of course materials can vary based on amount required and fluctuations in market prices.

As a general guide, materials for a single day silver course with semi-precious gemstones are usually between £20-£45. Costs of materials for a full term using silver are usually around £40-£70.

Workshop Safety

As a student you are responsible for your own safety in the workshop. The most important things to remember are;

  • Please listen to directions from your tutor to ensure you know how to use all the equipment safely and correctly.
  • Do not operate equipment you do not know how to use.
  • Covered footwear is required and absolutely no high heels.
  • Tie back long hair when using motorised equipment.
  • Please respect others and don’t interrupt students who are soldering, using the drill or any other equipment that could create a safety concern if the operator is distracted.
  • Remember to take all your belongings with you when you leave.
  • Please leave all unnecessary personal items at home.

You will need to bring

  • Your own apron, to protect your clothes.
  • Packed lunches are recommended if your class runs for a full day.

Please do not attend the workshop if

  • You feel unwell.

A more comprehensive guide to workshop safety can be found in our Workshop Guidelines pdf.

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