Setting Small Gemstones Course

Master the art of setting small gemstones using rub-over and claw settings.

Working with small stones can be challenging, but mastering this skill opens up a world of design possibilities. In this course, you will learn to work with pre-formed and handmade tubes to develop your skills in setting small stones, making the process simpler and allowing for intricate designs that incorporate multiple small stones.

This course is ideal for:

Jewellery makers looking to enhance their skills in stone setting.
Experienced jewellers seeking to refine their techniques and explore new design possibilities.

Course Content

Types of Settings: This course will cover both rub-over and claw-type settings, giving you a comprehensive understanding of these essential techniques.
Tools and Techniques: Learn how to use a Dremel or other flexi-shaft drills for preparing settings and polishing your pieces to perfection.
Design Exploration: Students will be encouraged to explore their own design ideas, creating unique pieces using different sizes and shapes of stones.

Course Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will:

Have a solid understanding of setting small stones using both rub-over and claw settings.
Be proficient in using a Dremel or flexi-shaft drill for stone setting and polishing.
Be able to design and create unique jewellery pieces that incorporate multiple small stones of various sizes and shapes.

Course Materials

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

We will be working with gemstones 6mm and smaller. Gemstone shapes include round, oval, square, baguette and triangular. You will be designing your own pieces to make on this course and part of that processes will be sourcing some of your own materials.

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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Setting Small Gemstones Course

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