1 Year to perfect it, but where to start

[Toni]

Good Morning Dennis,

thats a great tip thank you ever so much

[Toni]

I've been reading up a lot on various methods, and using websites you guys have recommended....after a couple of failed attempts, I finally found that having two hands was better than just one...this is the out come

using a bench to hold the ring clamp, so I had both hands to guide the drill, and also set the stones, helped instead of using one hand to hold the ring clamp and the other to do al the work i'm happy...more practice need though

[caroleallen]

I think you should be very pleased with yourself Toni. Well done.

[Toni]

thank you, it took me all day to do it, but and extremely excited about it.

Wouldn't of been able to do it with out every ones help.

[Dennis]

Looks like you're well within your time limit then. Well done.

[Toni]

So, the ring is now in shape, and ready for size check, and then the stone setting.

I was surprised at how hard the 18ct was to bend into shape, the silver was easy compared to the gold. I thought 18ct was soft. None the less its the right shape now and ready for testing.

[Dennis]

So, the ring is now in shape, and ready for size check, and then the stone setting.I was surprised at how hard the 18ct was to bend into shape, the silver was easy compared to the gold. I thought 18ct was soft.

Yes, it is quite hard and will be a little tougher to push over the stones too. Dennis.

[Toni]

Yes, it is quite hard and will be a little tougher to push over the stones too. Dennis.

oh um....hadn't thought of that...oh well I am in this far, no turning back now I suppose

there is probably going to be a lot of cursing over then next weekend, but I have to say so far I have enjoyed learning new skills, as much as they need a lot of work...don't think ill make another wedding ring though, not one made of gold...talk about pressure lol

[Gemsetterchris]

You need to tackle jobs with abit of confidence, your going outside your comfort zone that's all
You have the ability, just get it done!
Sooner or later you'll wonder what all the fuss was about.

[Toni]

thank you