stone setting
Adding Diamonds to your Silver Jewelry Collection
Don’t be afraid to add some diamond sparkle to your sterling silver jewelry collection! Once considered entirely unconventional, many jewelers are finding that diamonds add the perfect touch to their silver lines. We talked to a few experts to get their opinions on the best way to add diamonds to silver.
How to Prong Set Stones: A Step by Step Guide
by Erica Stice
Learn how to set stones in prong settings! This tutorial covers stone vocabulary and the basics to prong set both faceted stone and cabochon cuts.
Richard Salley: How the Light Gets In Jewelry Interview
by Katie Hacker
This week, read our interview with jewelry artist Richard Salley about a beautiful example of bezel-setting a cracked stone that might otherwise have been discarded.
Jeweler's Guide to Types of Ready Made Settings
by Erica Stice
Interested in ready-made stone settings? We cover a wide range of pre-made jewelry settings and tools in this guide, which also include hints and favorite new tools.
Setting a Cabochon Pendant Tutorial
by Erica Stice
Enjoy an afternoon in the studio creating beautiful cabochon pendants! This how-to guide will show you step-by-step how to make custom cabochon settings in a few short hours.
