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Description
Take your ring designs to a new level by learning how to make statement rings with your favorite cabochons! One of the challenges in stone ring is learning how to create a custom bezel, center the bezel on the ring band, and to securely set the stone.
At the end this 2 week session (4 hours each Thursday evening), you will have completed a sterling silver ring with a stone of your choice that is centered and securely-set in a custom-made bezel.
We will cover:
- Bezel sizing and fitting
- Bezel soldering
- Sweat soldering
- Texturing metal
- Ring sizing
- Stone setting on a ring
- Polish and finish work
Details:
- 8 contact hours (4 hours for each day), ages 14+ at the Silver Peak Studio Classroom located at 100.5 E. Cleveland St. Lafayette 80026
- Two Thursdays, June 20 & 27 from 5:30-9:30 p.m. You must be able to attend both sessions and no makeups will be given.
- # students: 3 minimum, 6 maximum
- Materials kit fee is dependent on amount of silver used and will be weighed at $2/gram. You can bring your own ring band or buy one for $20. You may also bring your own cabochon and we will have ones for sale. Materials fee will be due by the end of class via cash, check, or Venmo.
- Each student will work at their own dedicated jeweler's bench.
- Prerequisite: Intro to Metalsmithing, Level 1 Metalsmithing, Metals 1, or equivalent
By registering for this workshop, you agree to our cancellation policy, dress code, and studio rules.
About the instructor, Alec Schweiger
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His "why" is described as being an extremely curious person who has always been driven to figure out how things work or how they are made.
Alec has a passion for teaching and is thrilled by the opportunity to share his experiences and skills.
A few of his favorite things are: disc golf, golf, and jamming to vinyl with his wife, Emma, and dog, Micah.
Details
What | Classes/Workshops, Other | |
When | Thursdays June 20 and 27 from 5:30-9:30 p.m. | |
Where | Silver Peak Studio & Gallery, 100 E. Cleveland St, Lafayette, CO | |
Cost | 175.00 | |
Contact | info@silverpeakstudio.com | |
Website | https://silverpeakstudio.com/products/metals-2-stone-statement-ring-weekday-evening-session-june-20-27 |