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Little Metal Foxes

05/24-25 Slotted Stone Settings: 4 & 6 Prong (2 day workshop)

05/24-25 Slotted Stone Settings: 4 & 6 Prong (2 day workshop)

$130.00 USD
$130.00 USD
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Saturday-Sunday, May 24-25, 2025
2:00 - 4:30pm PDT 

Instructor: Julia Lowther

Explore the construction of 4-prong and 6-prong slotted or cut-card settings from sheet metal. The basic cut-card setting is a great alternative for both faceted and cabochon stones, and lends itself to bold statement designs as well as to more visually delicate and slender claw settings. A version of this versatile setting can be seen everywhere in the stone setting for the classic solitaire engagement ring. Students are encouraged to produce both samples and finished elements for jewelry applications. They can also watch and make pieces later! We will discuss a few great soldering and construction tips that apply to several soldering applications.

Participants are encouraged to work in sterling silver to create samples and finished projects, but copper or brass will work as well.

Prerequisite: Beginning Jewelry/Metals and ability to solder independently.

All classes include the video recording, which you will have access to for 60 days after the class. The Zoom link, handouts, video(s), and other important information can be found by clicking on the individual class link on the "My Courses" page. The Zoom link and handout (if any) will be available 24 hours before the class starts.

You also get 1 free session of Open Studio Access (OSA) in the month following your class, the Zoom link can be found on the course video access page.

The class supply list is below and contains links to buy the supplies you need.

Supply List for Students

The links below will take you to RioGrande.com or other suppliers. To see prices for precious metal items, you need a free Rio Grande account. Students in the Rio for Schools program enjoy wholesale benefits for six months (instructor code = RFSLMF). This site may contain Amazon and other affiliate links. If you purchase something through the link, at no cost to you, we may receive a small commission on qualifying purchases.

Recommended Materials

You will need a round faceted stone, 16ga sheet for the cut-card setting, and something for your ring shank (10ga wire is a nice basic option). These can be copper, brass, silver, etc. Here are the links for sterling silver:

Basic Tools you should have at your bench:

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