6 Thursdays, 2:00 PM- 5:00 PM

Begins February 27, In Studio

Course Level:  Advanced Beginner

Tuition: $305 (Log in for membership discount prices)

Description:  If you have ever wanted to know more how to set stones or if you would like to know more about stone setting, then this class is for you. Basic open back bezel mounts to more elaborate tube bezel settings, prong setting for round, oval,  emerald-cut faceted stone and more will all be covered. This workshop will not cover pave or illusion settings. We will work mostly in silver, but also with some gold settings if desired. Pros and cons of various gold alloys will be discussed, and which are best for gemstones. Students may bring their own stone settings projects to work on along with any stones, silver and gold they may have.

Note: 

-You will receive a kit during the first class. If you have questions about the content of your kit, or would like to purchase additional materials, please contact our Metal Studio manager at kylie.weinzierl@lexart.org. 

Prerequisites:  Must have basic jewelrymaking skills or have taken Jewelry 101.  

About the instructor: Joy Raskin, a NH native, calls herself a New Englander. In 1984, Joy took jewelrymaking in high school, thus starting her metalsmithing career. She was one of the youngest craftspeople to be accepted into the League of NH Craftsmen in 1986.  After completing a BFA from RISD and a MFA from UMassDartmouth, focusing on flatware, earning the nickname Spoon Lady since flatware is her forte.   Since 1996, she has been teaching jewelrymaking/metalsmithing locally and all over NH, MA and CT. She has grown into a creative metalsmith, being able to translate clients’ ideas into wearable jewelry and functional silverware /tableware.   Her work is a mixture of jewelry and functional tableware, such as flatware, serving utensils, candlestick holders, small metal bowls and more. She works primality in silver, gold, steel and some brass, bronze and copper, plus gemstones. 

Please take a look at our registration policy and our current covid policy before your class.

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