Stone Setting
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Stone Setting
Preciosa Stone Setting Guide
Read PostAre you an experienced jeweller who works with gemstones and stone setting techniques every day? Or are you just starting out and getting to know different types of setting? Wherever you are in your jewellery-making career, this Preciosa stone setting guide will help you use new stone setting techniques with confidence and expand on your […]
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Stone Setting
Five Top Tips For When Your Gemstone Breaks
Read PostWorking with gemstones can be rewarding but tricky. When a gemstone breaks it can be one of the most frustrating things ever! Don’t worry, almost every jeweller has been there, and a broken gemstone doesn’t have to mean a wasted piece. Here are five top tips to make the most of a gemstone even if […]
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How To Set Stones In Jewellery
Read PostStone setting is a way of securely attaching stones into a piece of jewellery. You can use various techniques to incorporate stones into your designs including: Claw, Gypsy, Bezel, Illusion, Pave, Channel, Tension and Grain. Which of the stone setting techniques are suitable for your project? Well, the stone’s shape and hardness will dictate this. […]
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Stone Setting
Gemstones For Beginners: How To Use Them
Read PostAre you learning how to use gemstones? Including gemstones in jewellery can really add that special touch to your latest design but, when you are just getting started, choosing which gemstones to use can be a little scary. With so many options to choose from – including different shapes, cuts, sizes, weights and finishes – […]
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Designing with Gemstones
Read PostDesigning with stones is fun. It is literally like choosing bonbons in a sweet shop with the endless colours and combinations available and there are many different ways to approach it. A gemstone is the focal point of a piece of jewellery; it is the main event that will draw the eye and capture the […]
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Stone Setting Tutorial Round-Up For Beginners
Read PostNew to jewellery making? One of the most popular techniques that you’ll need to learn more about is jewellery stone setting! There are so many types of stone settings that jewellers use, which is why we’ve rounded up all of our best bits of advice and stone setting tutorials in one accessible place for you. […]
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How to set a pear shaped stone
Read PostPear shaped stone jewellery has existed for centuries. Although less common now, settings for pear shaped stones include bezels, prongs, tension and more. Perfect for creating an elegant yet unique look, we’ll show you how to set a pear shaped stone step by step, the tools needed and the best gemstones for the job. Tools […]
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Essential Stone Setting Tools
Read PostNo jeweller’s workbench is complete without stone setting tools. A go-to for many designs, stone setting is one of the most common techniques for jewellery makers. But what stone setting equipment do you need to do the job? From a pushers through to ring clamps, we’ll guide you through the essential tools needed for stone […]
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How To Cut A Gemstone Cabochon
Read PostAs one of the most popular types of gem cutting, cabochon cutting is a great place to start your lapidary journey. Having said this, it does require a certain level of skill. This is why we’ve put together a guide on all things cabochon cutting. We’ll talk you through how to cut a gemstone cabochon […]
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How To Gypsy Set a Stone
Read PostLooking for a new stone setting technique to expand your offering? Learning how to gypsy set a stone is an excellent place to start, as you should be able to pick up the technique in good time and begin creating some sleek and unique designs. Discover all the tools and tips needed for using the […]
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How To Claw Set A Stone
Read PostA classic looking setting and a popular option for presenting a faceted gemstone – the claw setting is a go-to technique for many jewellers. But how do you do it? We’ll talk you through how to claw set a stone, step by step and we’ll discuss all the tools needed and their purposes. You’ll also […]
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What is Lapidary?
Read PostIf you’re new to the jewellery making crowd, you may have come across the term – but what is lapidary? Putting it simply, lapidary is the art of working with gemstones. There are many different ways that lapidarists work, but one of the most rewarding ways is to make jewellery with gemstones. Either as a […]
