Make a Sterling Silver Gemstone Ring – Saturday Morning
Spend your Saturday morning with tutor Fabio Oliveira learning the art of crafting silver jewellery, with a focus on bezel stone setting, and learn how to make your very own cabochon gemstone ring set in sterling silver in this 5 hour workshop. Whether you're a complete beginner or have some prior jewellery making experience, this class will provide you with fundamental jewellery skills and knowledge and serves as a foundation to future stone setting techniques. Choose from rose quartz, golden rutile quartz, Tibetano turquoise or white moonstone labradorite, and at the end of your class you will have your very own stone-set sterling silver ring to take home. Materials are included in the cost of the workshop and no experience is necessary. All skill levels (18+) are welcome Here's what you'll Learn:
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How to use the necessary tools.
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How to measure and cut.
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How to anneal and quench silver.
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How to solder silver.
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How to prepare a bezel.
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How to set a stone.
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How to file and sand edges.
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How to finish and polish your final piece.
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Here's what to Wear: Avoid wearing loose clothing and jewellery and don’t forget to tie back long hair. Closed toe shoes are required on all of our workshop floors. If you need glasses for close up work, don't forget to bring them. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): PPE will be provided by benchspace for all courses that require it. It must be worn as directed. All specialist equipment and materials will be provided. Please read our terms and conditions here before booking. Any questions? Email hello@benchspacecork.ie Interested in other Jewellery Classes or Courses? If you would like to create your own set of jewellery pieces we regularly run classes where you can make Silver Bands, Earrings, Bangles, Pendants, Pins, and other pieces. And we offer 10 week Make & Design Courses for those who want to expand their skills. Check out our Website or subscribe to our Newsletter to be notified of newly released classes. Want to give the Gift of Creativity? Gift Vouchers are available for many of our classes and courses. Visit here.
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