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Stone Setting Gamut: Flush, Tube, Bezel, and Tab
In this demo-focused virtual course, Ryan will demonstrate numerous ways of fabricating settings for various types of stones including both cabochons and faceted gemstones. Join us to learn how to fabricate a tab setting, how to create tube settings, and how to flush set stones. Additionally, he will show students how to make their own bezel wire for bezel settings!
A basic understanding of metal fabrication and soldering is suggested.
Meet the instructor
"Participation in the arts was always important to me growing up. A strong arts program in high school influenced my decision to pursue a degree in the arts. I chose the arts program at Bowling Green State University in northwest Ohio where I discovered and fell in love with metals. I was introduced to many artists, including Michael Boyd, who became an inspiration for me.
Upon graduation I apprenticed for Michael Boyd at his studio in Colorado. That experience turned into an eight year adventure that continues today. It was with Michael that I learned to work with and manipulate stone, adding a new element to my love of jewelry design.
Since being in Colorado I have started my own business, Ryan Gardner Designs. I now showcase my work in galleries across the country. I love working with combining stone and metal in new ways creating works of art for people to enjoy in their daily lives."
Learn more about Ryan and his work at www.ryangardnerdesigns.com.
Materials & Tools
The following supplies will be used for course demonstrations and objectives. A suggested item and/or vendor has been provided below for reference. Click the vendor name (in red) to be redirected to a page where you can find the item. The quantities needed for each item are listed first. If ordering, please be aware that some items may come in larger quantities than needed for this class. We recommend not opening an item's packaging until the day of the workshop. Student participation during or in-between class sessions is not required - observers are welcome.
Metal/raw materials:
- 4-6 x 2mm stones - CZ, diamond, sapphire, or ruby
- 1"x2" x 2mm sterling sheet or 2mm x 5mm ring blanks
- 4" x fine silver wire - 12g, 14g, and 16g (Rio Grande)
- 3"x3" x sterling silver sheet - 20g (Rio Grande)
- 1" min. x 3mm heavy wall tube - silver or gold (Rio Grande)
- 3" x sterling silver round wire (Rio Grande)
- 1 x cabochon for tab setting
- various cabochon and faceted stones for bezels
Hand tools:
- 1 x round nose pliers (Rio Grande)
- 1 x flat nose pliers (Rio Grande)
- 1 x snips / flush cutters (Rio Grande)
- 1 x jewelers saw (Rio Grande)
- 1 x pack saw blades - 2/0 (Rio Grande)
- 1 x burlife / bee's wax (Rio Grande)
- 1 x bench pin (Rio Grande)
- 1 x half round hand file - #2 cut (Rio Grande)
- 1 x rotary tool - flex shaft, micro motor, etc. (Rio Grande)
- 1 x half round forming pliers (Rio Grande)
- 1 x center punch (Rio Grande)
- 1 x scribe (Rio Grande)
- 1 x ring clamp (Rio Grande)
- 1 x rawhide / plastic mallet (Rio Grande)
- 1 x chasing hammer (Rio Grande)
- 1 x steel block / steel surface (Rio Grande)
- 1 x small steel ruler (Rio Grande)
- 1 x calipers (Rio Grande)
- 1 x dividers (Rio Grande)
- 1 x sanding sticks (Rio Grande)
- 1 x parallel pliers (Rio Grande)
- 1 x bezel mandrel - 1mm to 5mm (Rio Grande)
- 1 x slim burnisher (Rio Grande)
- 1 x screw mandrel (Rio Grande)
- 1 x separating disc (Rio Grande)
- 1 x snap on mandrel (Rio Grnade)
- 1 x sanding discs (Rio Grande)
- 1 x setting bur - 1.8mm (Rio Grande)
- 1 x ball bur - 1.6mm (Rio Grande)
- 1 x drill bit - 1mm (Rio Grande)
Torch setup:
- 1 x fireproof area - steel sheet, tiles, etc. (Amazon or Home Depot)
- 1 x Solderite™ pad / pan with pumice (Rio Grande or Rio Grande)
- 1 x torch - Smith mini, Silversmith, or butane (Rio Grande or Rio Grande)
- 1 x striker or lighter - Silversmith system has one (Rio Grande)
- 1 x soldering tweezers (Rio Grande)
- 1 x soldering pick (Rio Grande)
- 1 x paste flux (Rio Grande)
- 1 x copper tongs - for pickle (Rio Grande)
- 1 x 6” silver solder - hard (Rio Grande)
- 1 x 6” silver solder - medium (Rio Grande)
- 1 x 6” silver solder - easy (Rio Grande)
- 1 x pickle - sodium bisulfate or citric acid (Rio Grande or Amazon)
- 1 x brass bristle brush (Rio Grande)
- 1 x crock pot or lidded glass container (Rio Grande or Amazon)
- 1 x tempered glass container or sink - for quenching and rinsing
- 1 x small brush - for flux
- 1 x liquid hand soap - for cleaning metal
Other/miscellaneous items:
- hard work surface
- fan and open window - or ventilation system
- safety glass - for debris and torch if needed
- dust mask
- toothpicks