Stone Setting Class: Create a Silver Bezel Set Ring Experience Melbourne

A full-day workshop where you'll learn to set gemstones in a bezel-set ring


Kathy Sayce Jewellery
Kathy Sayce Jewellery
6k followers
1k likes

5.5 hours

Class size 1 to 2 (public classes), 1 to 3

$420 - $480 (Afterpay available)
(Earlybird price of $420 applies if you book into a public session 30+ days ahead, otherwise $480 per guest when you book for 1 guest, $440/guest for 2+ guests)

Melbourne
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Craft
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Jewellery Making
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Ring Making
Join Kathy in her home-based studio for a fun, relaxed five and a half-hour class where you'll learn to create a bezel-set ring.
During this five and a half-hour workshop, Kathy will support and guide you through each step in how to make a sterling silver ring with a bezel setting. You will learn skills including sizing, measuring, sawing, annealing, forging, soldering, texturing and other finishes, gem setting, and polishing. Along the way, you'll also learn troubleshooting techniques.
The day will be broken into two sessions with a lunch break in between. A delicious grazing platter of locally sourced produce will be provided for you to enjoy. If weather permits, this platter can be packed as a picnic to take to the nature reserve which is located right nearby (less than a minute's walk away).
This class is suitable for beginners and also those with silversmithing experience. As this is a private class for 1-2 students, Kathy is able to tailor the experience to achieve your goals and vision.
By the end of the class, you'll have made a beautiful sterling silver ring set with your choice of gemstone to proudly wear or gift to a loved one. Whether you're looking to learn the fundamental skills of silversmithing and gem setting from a fully trained and experienced teacher or want to try something new, Kathy will support and guide you to achieve success.
Kathy offers a relaxed, personalised experience for individuals or for two people who would like to share an experience with someone special. This class will leave you with lasting memories and a keepsake piece of jewellery.

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Knowledge required
This class will be tailored to you. It is beginner-friendly and also suitable for those with silver smithing experience.
 
What you'll get
  • One sterling silver ring set with your choice of gemstone.
  • All tools, equipment, silver, and gemstones will be provided for you during the class.
  • Take-home notes that include a set-up guide and the process for making a bezel-set ring.
  • A delicious grazing platter of local produce will be provided for lunch.
  • Coffee and tea.
Location

Frankston South, VIC

Exact location is masked for privacy. You'll automatically get the specific address after booking.

Stone Setting Class: Create a Silver Bezel Set Ring location
Your teacher

Kathy Sayce Jewellery
Kathy Sayce Jewellery

6k followers
1k likes
female Women-owned

Kathy grew up in a very creative family. Her parents were potters and had a large workshop in the backyard. They always encouraged her to explore different arts and crafts. When Kathy was around 12 years old, her dad bought her a copper enamelling set. This was her first experience working with metals. She spent hours playing around, making jewellery in the corner of their pottery workshop.
Kathy went on to study Art Education at University, majoring in Jewellery Design and Silversmithing. She was fortunate to have the most patient and inspirational Silver Smithing teacher. It took her a lot of practice to really understand the process, but once she did, she was hooked.
After finishing her studies she moved to the UK where she worked in a school teaching primary aged children and coordinating the school’s Art program. During that time she took part in a workplace exchange program at the Tate Gallery in London.
Later, she moved back to Australia and studied a Master of Education - Gifted and Inclusive Education. She spent many years teaching support, extension, and creative development programs in schools whilst making jewellery on the side. Then at the end of 2017, she took a leap of faith, resigned from her teaching job and began making jewellery full time.
Kathy recently combined her two passions and now teaches jewellery classes at a local TAFE as well as private classes. She teaches traditional silversmithing, wax carving, gem setting, and metal clay.
Kathy describes creating handmade jewellery as a continuous journey in experimentation, problem solving, reflection, regrouping, and up-skilling. She aims to provide a fun, personalised experience where each student leaves feeling confident in their new skills.

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