Gems and adornment have been deeply intertwined for thousands of years - here is your opportunity to learn three distinct stone settings: cabochon, tube, and flush! These settings will be incorporated in a sterling silver pendant with design variation ideas for you to choose to make it uniquely yours.
You will learn the foundations of stone setting with in-class demonstrations for the three styles you will be executing with additional step-by-step instructions provided. In addition, the ABC's of designing jewellery that incorporates gemstones, the various tools used and which ones are essential. I will present an overview of gem material, what to look for when purchasing a gem, and how to avoid buying stones that are inappropriate for setting.
You will learn within a dynamic working jewelry studio and have the opportunity to continue to learn and grow as a metalsmith: amateur or professional.
All workshops are taught in Donna’s spacious, comfortable, and well-equipped studio in downtown Hamilton. You will learn by jumping in and beginning a project in the first session!
Workshop fee includes materials, step-by-step instructions for your project, on-line access to printable/downloadable information and an image slideshow. Please bring a dust mask, pencil, notebook, and a small container to store your projects.
This workshop is suitable for you if you have prior metalsmithing experience or have taken Exploring the Monad: Designing, Forming and Shaping Metal, or Play with Fire and Hammer like a Boss: Introduction to Jewelry Making and Metalsmithing.
Workshops are limited to six participants.
Dates, Times, and Location:
January 14th, Tuesday: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Each week through to:
February 18th, Tuesday: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
72 James Street North, Hamilton Ontario, L8R 2K5
