{"product_id":"silver-ring-with-gemstone","title":"Silver ring with gemstone workshop - Friday 7th August","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;\"\u003eSilver ring with gemstone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eJoin me at The Studio for a workshop that introduces the beautiful art of stone setting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e 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).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eThis workshop focuses on precision and the exciting moment when the stone is finally set into place. We will work through:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eMaking the band:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e You will start by sawing, soldering, and shaping a sterling silver ring to fit your finger perfectly.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eThe bezel cup:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e You will learn how to create a cup for your gemstone, ensuring it is level and secure.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eSoldering the setting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e We will use the torch to join the gemstone setting to your ring band—a delicate but rewarding process.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eThe final set:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003ePolishing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e A final clean and polish to make the silver shine and the gemstone pop.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eTools and equipment:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e Full use of specialist setting tools, torches, and polishing equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eSafety equipment:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e I provide aprons and safety glasses.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eConsumables:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e Solder, flux, and all finishing materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eTuition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e Expert, step-by-step instruction.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eRefreshments:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e Drinks and homemade cake.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eWhat to Bring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eA notebook and pen:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e To record the technical steps of stone setting.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;\"\u003eA packed lunch:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;\"\u003e (For full-day workshops only). There are also local cafes nearby if you prefer to pop out for a break.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eHair tie:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e Necessary for safety when soldering.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eFootwear:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e Please wear closed-toe shoes.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eClothing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e Comfortable clothing in natural fibres.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eWhat you will take home\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eA gemstone ring:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e A gorgeous handmade silver ring featuring a coloured gemstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eStone-setting skills:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e The ability to create a bezel setting, which is a traditional silversmithing technique.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eA sense of pride:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e Setting a stone for the first time is a real milestone in a maker's journey.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eFocused mindfulness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e The precision required for stone setting makes this a very grounding and rewarding session.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003eInspiration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif;\"\u003e You will leave with plenty of ideas for how to incorporate colour into your future jewellery designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;\"\u003eWhen\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 2;\"\u003e            \u003c\/span\u003eFriday 7\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e August\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;\"\u003eDuration\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003eFull Day (6 hours)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;\"\u003ePrice\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 2;\"\u003e             \u003c\/span\u003e£120\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;\"\u003eSkill Level\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003eReturning makers, or beginners up for having a go at something a bit more challenging!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;\"\u003eMaterials\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003eSterling silver and gemstone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Verdana',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;\"\u003eTake Home\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e    \u003c\/span\u003eSilver ring set with a beautiful stone.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Studio at WIrksworth","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53116248523016,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/1373\/3896\/files\/20260205_160748.jpg?v=1770788710","url":"https:\/\/thestudioatwirksworth.com\/products\/silver-ring-with-gemstone","provider":"The Studio at Wirksworth","version":"1.0","type":"link"}