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Bundle: Setting Heat Sensitive Gems

Have a natural stone that cannot be fired in clay? No problem! Learn 5 different ways to set unfireable stones

No soldering or metalsmith skills required - just clay and a few extra tools!

Discounted bundle offer: $95 $65

WHAT'S INSIDE

  • Imitating flush stone setting with silver clay

  • Faux bezel technique with silver clay

  • Claw setting built with silver clay only

  • Traditional bezel setting using embeddable ready-made settings

  • Traditional prong setting using embeddable ready-made settings

*These tutorials are also available separately

FLUSH SETTING IMITATION

Learn how to create the sleek, seamless look of a flush-set stone.

This technique teaches how to shape the setting, account for shrinkage and adhere stones that cannot withstand firing.

FAUX BEZEL

The versatile look of a bezel setting using only silver clay.

Learn to mould the clay around your stone, account for shrinkage and choosing a strong adhesive. Create a secure result that resembles traditional bezels.

CLAW SETTING

The classic claw setting, built fully with silver clay. Or make them tabs

No adhesive, soldering or metalsmithing. Perfect for larger or uniquely shaped stones.

EMBEDDABLE BEZELS

A more professional look using ready-made embeddable bezels. These settings do not shrink, so one less problem to worry about!

Learn where to get these settings and how to correctly use them. No adhesive, no metalsmithing

EMBEDDABLE PRONGS

A classic prong setting. These type of settings also don't shrink! Great for 'diamond' shaped gems

Learn where to buy these settings and how to correctly attach them. No adhesive, no metalsmithing

COURSE OUTCOMES

  • Set heat-sensitive gems after firing

  • Try 5 setting styles

  • Learn to account for clay shrinkage

  • Freedom in designing with your favourite gems

  • Enjoy access to video tutorials you can watch anytime, anywhere

WHAT STUDENTS ARE SAYING

Bundle: Setting Heat Sensitive Gems

Have a natural stone that cannot be fired in clay? No problem! Learn 5 different ways to set unfireable stones

No soldering or metalsmith skills required - just clay and a few extra tools!

Discounted bundle offer: $95 $65. These tutorials are also available separately

WHAT'S INSIDE

  • Imitating flush stone setting with silver clay

  • Faux bezel technique with silver clay

  • Claw setting built with silver clay only

  • Traditional bezel setting using embeddable ready-made settings

  • Traditional prong setting using embeddable ready-made settings

FLUSH SETTING IMITATION

Learn how to create the sleek, seamless look of a flush-set stone entirely with silver clay, no soldering or metalsmithing required.

This technique teaches how to shape the setting, account for shrinkage and adhere stones that cannot withstand firing.

FAUX BEZEL

Discover how to achieve the elegant look of a bezel setting using only silver clay. This method is ideal for delicate or heat-sensitive stones, giving them a polished frame.

You’ll learn to mould the clay precisely around your stone, account for shrinkage and choosing a strong adhesive, creating a secure result that resembles traditional bezels.

CLAW SETTING

The classic claw setting, made in silver clay. This tutorial will teach you how to form tiny claws or tabs that hold your stones in place safely and beautifully.

No adhesive, soldering or metalsmithing. It will also show you a way to account for clay shrinkage. Perfect for larger or uniquely shaped stones.

EMBEDDED BEZELS

A simplified approach to the traditional bezel setting using ready-made bezels. These settings do not shrink, so one less problem to worry about!

You’ll learn where to get these settings and how to work with them. Simple way to give your handmade pieces a professional, timeless look. No adhesive, no metalsmithing

EMBEDDED PRONGS

A classic prong setting. Like the embeddable bezel, these type of settings also don't shrink! This tutorial walks you through embeddable prong setting that you can purchase (links given).

You’ll learn where to buy these settings and how to use them correctly. No adhesive, no metalsmithing

COURSE OUTCOMES

  • Set heat-sensitive gems after firing

  • Discover 5 setting styles

  • Learn to account for clay shrinkage

  • Freedom in designing with your favourite gems

  • Enjoy access to video tutorials you can watch anytime, anywhere

WHAT STUDENTS ARE SAYING