Silver ring with gemstone

Join me at The Studio for a workshop that introduces the beautiful art of stone setting. In this full-day session, you will learn how to make a classic sterling silver band and add a splash of colour by setting a cabochon (a smooth-topped gemstone).

This workshop is ideal if you’ve not tried stone-setting before. You will use the technique of ‘bezel setting’ which is a traditional way to secure a stone onto a piece of jewellery.

What to Expect

This workshop focuses on precision and the exciting moment when the stone is finally set into place. We will work through:

• Making the band: You will start by sawing, soldering, and shaping a sterling silver ring to fit your finger perfectly.
• The bezel cup: You will learn how to create a cup for your gemstone, ensuring it is level and secure.
• Soldering the setting: We will use the torch to join the gemstone setting to your ring band—a delicate but rewarding process.
• The final set: You will learn how to use a burnisher or pusher to gently move the silver over the edge of the stone to lock it in place.
• Polishing: A final clean and polish to make the silver shine and the gemstone pop.

What’s Included

• Materials: Sterling silver for the band and fine silver for the setting, plus a choice of cabochon gemstones. I will have a range of stones available – for some of these I will need to make an additional charge.
• Tools and equipment: Full use of specialist setting tools, torches, and polishing equipment.
• Safety equipment: I provide aprons and safety glasses.
• Consumables: Solder, flux, and all finishing materials.
• Tuition: Expert, step-by-step instruction.
• Refreshments: Drinks and homemade cake.

What to Bring

• A notebook and pen: To record the technical steps of stone setting.
• A packed lunch: (For full-day workshops only). There are also local cafes nearby if you prefer to pop out for a break.
• Hair tie: Necessary for safety when soldering.
• Footwear: Please wear closed-toe shoes.
• Clothing: Comfortable clothing in natural fibres.

What you will take home

• A gemstone ring: A gorgeous handmade silver ring featuring a coloured gemstone.
• Stone-setting skills: The ability to create a bezel setting, which is a traditional silversmithing technique.
• A sense of pride: Setting a stone for the first time is a real milestone in a maker's journey.
• Focused mindfulness: The precision required for stone setting makes this a very grounding and rewarding session.
• Inspiration: You will leave with plenty of ideas for how to incorporate colour into your future jewellery designs.

When            Friday 7^th August

Duration        Full Day (6 hours)

Price             £120

Skill Level      Returning makers, or beginners up for having a go at something a bit more challenging!

Materials       Sterling silver and gemstone

Take Home    Silver ring set with a beautiful stone.