Description
Gemstone Pendant Workshop
Level: Suitable for Beginners
Create your own unique gemstone and silver pendant in this hands-on, one-day jewellery workshop. Perfect for beginners, you’ll learn essential stone-setting techniques and leave with a beautifully crafted semi-precious pendant to wear or gift.
What you’ll learn
During the day, you’ll be guided through the fundamentals of bezel (rub-over) setting — one of the most reliable and elegant ways to secure a gemstone. You’ll shape and solder a silver bezel, attach it to your pendant, and carefully set your chosen stone by forming the metal neatly around its edge. As you work, you’ll pick up core jewellery-making skills including saw piercing, soldering, texturing, filing and polishing.
You’ll be able to choose from a curated selection of semi-precious cabochon gemstones, allowing you to design a pendant that reflects your own style.
What to Bring/Expect
- We’ll provide everything you’ll need for your gemstone pendant workshop, including sheet silver, a stone and a chain.
- Please bring along glasses if you need them
- Wear appropriate clothing and footwear for a studio environment, including closed-toe shoes. Why not order a CSSJ apron to make you feel right at home in your workshop?
- If you have long hair, please wear it up
- If you prefer to arm yourself with some knowledge ahead of time, we have prepared a Pinterest page filled with jewellery-making information and inspiration just for you!
- Tea, coffee and biscuits are provided. Please bring your own lidded cup for use in the studio. While we do not have a dedicated lunch area, you are welcome to eat at your desk, and we can also recommend nearby places to eat if you prefer.
Workshop Details
Sunday 15th February: 11 am – 4:30 pm with a break for lunch.
Please allow for an extra 30 minutes as a buffer in case you need additional time to complete your pendant.
Central Scotland School of Jewellery, Craft Central, High Street, Dunblane
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any experience? – Not at all, complete beginners are very welcome.
Can I choose my own gemstone? – Yes, a selection of semi-precious stones is available as part of the course fee.
Do I need to bring tools? – No, all tools and equipment are provided. Just bring your enthusiasm!
About Our Studio
The Central Scotland School of Jewellery is fully equipped with professional benches, tools, and materials. Located in the centre of Dunblane, it is easily accessible from Stirling, Perthshire and Glasgow.
Please note that classes may be cancelled if there are insufficient bookings. In the unlikely event of a cancellation, you will be notified the day before the scheduled class and will receive a full refund.
