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Rings 360º: Stone Setting Intensive
This workshop explores ring design, fabrication, stone setting, and assembly techniques centered around the concept of the ring.
The aesthetic value of jewelry comes not from the size of the stone or the worth of the metal, but from the artist’s imagination and execution. Throughout the course, you will design and create rings that reflect personal meaning, expression, and adornment. You will also have dedicated time to develop and refine your stone-setting skills.
A variety of techniques will be covered, including tube setting, flush setting, prong setting, and bezel setting for faceted stones. Each method will be demonstrated, followed by guided hands-on practice to build confidence and precision.
In addition, we will explore how to make a few simple tools to support your stone-setting process.
While this workshop is designed for those with basic metalsmithing experience—such as soldering and fabrication—beginners with a willingness to learn are warmly encouraged to join.
PLEASE READ THE MATERIALS & TOOLS TAB CAREFULLY TO BE SURE YOU KNOW WHAT TO BRING.
Please be advised: Due to the need to order supplies, we customarily close registration for our on-site offerings one week before the start date. If you wish to join the class after registration closes, please contact us at [email protected] or 781-891-3854.
Meet the instructor
Timothy Lazure is the Coordinator of the Metals Design program at East Carolina University in Greenville, NC. He received his BFA at Rochester Institute of Technology and his MFA at the University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth. Tim shows his jewelry, silversmithing and furniture in both national and international exhibits. He has pieces in the permanent collections of the Mint Museum of Craft and Design in Charlotte, NC, Gallery of Art and Design in Raleigh, NC, and the Racine Art Museum, Racine WI. Images of his work has been published in 1000 Rings, 500 Brooches, The Art of Enameling, and The Craft of Silversmithing (Lark Books).
Materials & Tools
There is a $30 materials fee for this class that is payable upon registration. This materials fee covers the cost of various communal studio supplies needed to complete exercises and projects.
There is an additional $50 materials fee for this class that is payable to the instructor during class. The details of the contents of this materials kit will be updated here shortly.
Note: Metalwerx has available all that you will need, but these tools and supplies need to be shared, and are not always in "mint" condition. Be sure to clearly mark any tools you bring from your home studio so they are easily identifiable.
Closed-toe shoes - required in the Metalwerx studio
PPE (safety glasses, apron, N95 particulate dust mask, ear plugs)
Shop towel
Ultra-Fine Point Sharpie
Notebook or sketchpad
Pen or pencil
Lunch – there will be a 1-hour break for lunch on each day of the workshop
Metalwerx has a fridge, toaster oven, and microwave
There is a deli/sandwich shop within walking distance of the studio.