Student Level: Intermediate
Type of Workshop: Project/Process
Prerequisite: Must know how to solder silver

This class takes ring-making to a new level. We will look at different styles of ring shanks and multiple adornments for your cabochon. Learn different bezel techniques as well as cabochon setting. De-mystify silver soldering and pick up small tips that will make all the difference as you apply these techniques to your work. This class will boost your confidence in using a torch and creating beautiful rings you can be proud of.

Students will learn: Silver soldering, bezel setting, how to pick cabochons, sweat soldering, proper stamping techniques, various texturing techniques, different ring shank styles and polishing using a polishing cabinet.

Kit/Materials Fee (payable to instructor at class time):

• $75.00 includes:
• 2 - 22 gauge sterling silver sheet 1/2" x 3"
• 2 - 20 gauge sterling silver sheet 2" x 2"
• 6" - 16 gauge rd sterling silver wire
• 4" Fine Silver bezel wire
• 3" - 8 gauge 1/2 rd sterling silver wire
• 3/16" x 6" - 18 gauge Fine silver bezel wire

Instructor Provided (for use in-class, and to share):

• Ring Finger Gauge (sizer)
• Ring mandrel
• Liver of Sulfur Gel
• Flex Shaft
• Burnisher (bezel pusher)
• Solder set-up
• Polishing Cabinet

Student should bring:

• 2 - Cabochons (Instructor will have some for sale at time of class)
• Bench Block
• Files
• Straight edge
• Sharpie
• Rawhide mallet
• Scribe (awl)
• Jeweler's saw w/#2/0 blades

Suggested:

• Ring mandrel
• Texturing hammers
• Brass mallet
• Flex Shaft w/felt & muslin buffs
• Stamps
• Burnisher (bezel pusher)
• Ring Finger Gauge (sizer)