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Open-back Bezel Ring
Learn how to make open-back bezel setting and create a ring with them
This type of setting has a hole behind the gem to allow the light to pass through, enhancing the gem's sparkle
Great for gems you can fire, to show off their beautiful shine
TUTORIAL OUTCOMES
Learn two ways of creating open-back bezels for different gem shapes
Shape bezels by hand for full creative freedom
Or use specialised setting moulds
Create neat open backs that maximise light reflection
Making a triple bezel ring, start to finish
Get a full list (with shop links) for everything you need
Access to video tutorials you can watch anytime, anywhere
WHAT GEMS CAN YOU USE?
This tutorial is designed for gems that you can fire inside silver clay. I recommend beginners to use cubic zirconia, they come in many shapes and colours! I will link some in the tutorial
Other gems you can fire inside silver clay are lab rubies and lab sapphires
Open-back Bezel Ring
Learn how to make open-back bezel setting and create a ring with them
This type of setting has a hole behind the gem to allow the light to pass through, enhancing the gem's sparkle
Great for gems you can fire, to show off their beautiful shine
TUTORIAL OUTCOMES
Learn two ways of creating open-back bezels for different gem shapes
Shape bezels by hand for full creative freedom
Or use specialised setting moulds
Create neat open backs that maximise light reflection
Making a triple bezel ring, start to finish
Get a full list (with shop links) for everything you need
Access to video tutorials you can watch anytime, anywhere
WHAT GEMS CAN YOU USE?
This tutorial is designed for gems that you can fire inside silver clay. I recommend beginners to use cubic zirconia, they come in many shapes and colours! I will link some in the tutorial
Other gems you can fire inside silver clay are lab rubies and lab sapphires