Description
Gem Set Pendants
Sunday 12th October
Join us for a creative stone set pendant workshop and make yourself a beautiful semi-precious gem and silver necklace in just a day! In this one-day introductory workshop, we’ll explore a range of different techniques, including bezel or rub-over settings. We’ll cover the basic techniques of saw piercing, soldering, texturing, filing and polishing as you create a stunning pendant to take home and treasure. Choose from our vast selection of semi-precious gemstones to create exactly the necklace you want. The workshop will also give an overview of tab settings. Tab Setting is a great alternative setting technique that lends itself well to a bit of creativity and experimentation. It doesn’t involve any heat or soldering and lends itself well to setting unconventional small objects such as shells, driftwood or odd-shaped buttons. It’s a great technique for anyone working with found objects or for those who don’t have the confidence to work with a torch on their own.
Level
The Stone Set Pendant Workshop is suitable for beginners or anyone who wants to add to their repertoire of jewellery skills. It’s a great class to combine with our other beginner’s workshops as you begin to build up your jewellery skill set.
What to bring/expect
- We’ll provide everything you’ll need for your silver 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 supplied. You can bring your lunch to eat in the studio, or we can advise you of nearby places to eat
Course Info
Sunday 12th October: 10 am – 4 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
**Please note: classes may be cancelled due to a lack of attendees. In the unlikely event, you will be fully refunded and notified the day before the class is scheduled**
