Secret Settings for Jewellers: The Art of Back Setting Stones

Master innovative back-setting techniques to securely set stones and incorporate materials like glass, wood, and fabric in your jewellery designs.

Unlock the transformative art of jewellery design with our course, Secret Settings for Jewellers: The Art of Back Setting Stones. This course is specifically designed for jewellers and creative enthusiasts eager to master the innovative techniques of back-setting stones. Not only will you learn how to securely set gemstones, but you’ll also discover how these same cold join techniques can be applied to incorporate a variety of materials, including glass, plastic, wood, and fabric. Whether you’re setting a stone or securing a glass lid in a trinket box, these versatile methods will enhance your creativity and craftsmanship.

Course Highlights

• Comprehensive tutorials on back-setting techniques for stones and mixed materials.
• Practical applications for incorporating glass, plastic, wood, and fabric into your designs.
• Step-by-step guidance for creating durable, aesthetically pleasing pieces, from jewellery to functional items.
• Inspirational examples that demonstrate the versatility and creativity achievable with these techniques.

What will I learn?

• Back Setting Techniques: Learn to seamlessly set gemstones from the back.
• Cold Join Methods: Incorporate alternative materials such as glass, plastic, wood, or fabric allowing for innovative combinations and designs.
• Creative Applications: Learn how to design not only artistic pieces but also functional items, such as using cold join methods to secure a glass lid in a trinket box.

Who Should Attend?

This course is for experienced makers only with an intermediate to advanced level of competence.

• Jewellers and jewellery designers looking to expand their skills with innovative back-setting techniques.
• Artisans and craftspeople interested in incorporating mixed materials into their jewellery and craft projects.
• Creative enthusiasts eager to explore new methods for combining stones with alternative materials.

If you are a complete beginner we recommend starting with a beginner course before attempting this course since students are expected to know how to design, make and finish their own pieces.

Course Materials

Course fees include solder and saw blades. Metals, findings and a variety of stones are available for purchase at the school.