One-Day Intermediate Class: Bead & Starburst Setting

In this class, you will learn the very basics of engraving, from making a graver from a steel blank that’s custom fit to your hand to proper usage and handling. 

Equipped with the knowledge of flush setting, your skills will be upgraded with learning how to make bright cuts and creating “beads” to secure gemstones in place on a practice plate. 

An addicting introduction to engraving and more advanced gemstone techniques. 

*Please note that Flush Setting is a prerequisite.

INSTRUCTOR

Mai Evangelista of Fake Alchemy

PROJECTS

1 handmade steel graver w/ handle

1 copper practice plate

MATERIALS

  • Steel blank

  • Graver handle

  • Copper plate

  • Cubic zirconias

TOPICS & TECHNIQUES

  1. Introduction to tool making and bead setting

  2. Making the tool from a steel blank

  3. Proper tool handling and mounting practice plate on setter’s wax

  4. Flush setting quick review

  5. Practice lifting and setting beads

  6. Practice engraving lines and stars

  7. Making a starburst setting

DURATION

7 hours; 10AM - 5PM (w/ lunch break)

SCHEDULE

Thursday/Sunday

By appointment only. Please register to be added to the waitlist.

REGISTRATION FEE

PhP 6,800.00

Inclusive of 1 steel blank, 1 copper plate and cubic zirconias for practice

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An extra 4-hour session can be scheduled on another day to complete a project in sterling silver with natural gemstones.

EXTRA SESSION FEE: PhP4,800

Inclusive of 10 grams of sterling silver and cubic zirconias

Natural gemstones may also be purchased at the studio


Questions? Email studio925ph@gmail.com

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