This guide covers various considerations that should be made when using cabochons that are not the standard. We review the basics of bezel setting, favorite tools, and take you through troubleshooting the common problems when setting the following:
Extra large stones
Extra small stones
Stones with sharp angles
Stones that do not have an evenly domed top (ex. poorly cut stones, shapes with sloping points, sea glass or found objects)
Stones that do not have a flat bottom
Stones that have a very high dome
Want some hands on application of these techniques? Book a 2 hour private lesson here » https://www.alloymetalsmithing.com/private-lessons
This guide covers various considerations that should be made when using cabochons that are not the standard. We review the basics of bezel setting, favorite tools, and take you through troubleshooting the common problems when setting the following:
Extra large stones
Extra small stones
Stones with sharp angles
Stones that do not have an evenly domed top (ex. poorly cut stones, shapes with sloping points, sea glass or found objects)
Stones that do not have a flat bottom
Stones that have a very high dome
Want some hands on application of these techniques? Book a 2 hour private lesson here » https://www.alloymetalsmithing.com/private-lessons