Prerequisite: None
 
Stacking rings started as a trend that now remains a constant in the fashion world. They
can be worn in different ways and allow you to tailor the trend to fit your own personal
style. In this workshop, you will learn how to texture, accurately size, solder and shape
delicate ring bands, then top them off with a small bezel set cabochon stone. If you want
to try your hand at metalsmithing but didn’t know where to start, this four hour workshop
is the perfect opportunity to introduce you to the world of jewelry making!
No previous metalsmithing experience is required for this workshop, so all are welcome.
 
MATERIAL & TOOL LIST
6 inches or more Sterling Silver Half-round Wire, 10 gauge dead soft (Rio Grande
#100410)
1 or more 3 mm cabochon stone of your choice (Rio Grande or Otto Frei)
1 or more Sterling or Fine Silver round bezel cup setting (Rio Grande #921679 or
#696195)
6 inches each, Hard and Easy silver wire solder, 22 gauge (Rio Grande #101711 and
#101707)
Safety glasses
N95, KN95 or P95 face mask
Dedeco Silicone Polishing Wheel Assortment and 1/6" screw mandrels (Rio Grande
#332579 and #333105)
 
OPTIONAL
Wrap and Tap Forming Pliers (Otto Frei #146.392)
Jeweler’s ruler (6-inch) (Otto Frei #135.511)
Flush cutting Wire Cutters (Rio Grande #111260 or #111290)
Bezel roller (not a burnisher) (Rio Grande #113079)
Parallel-action pliers with nylon jaws (Rio Grande #111370)
Apron
Fine Tip Sharpie marker
 
4 Contact Hours  |  Studio Fee included in tuition