Here are two steps to achieve a perfect tapered bezel from @lucywalkerjewellery - “File them flat while they’re still in the bezel block, then you can use the top as a guide to scribe a line around the base and ensure that’s level too! I used a little... more
Here is a tip for getting a perfect bezel around uneven stones or sea glass from @redappleroadjewelry - “I use a sewing needle and scratch alone the inside of the bezel while my glass (or cab) is in place. I remove the glass and then use my flexshaft... more
#sponsored These tips on creating rectangular (or square) shaped settings are sponsored by @turquoise_moose they sell a wide variety of gorgeous, high quality turquoise and are offering our community $10 off your order with code METALSMITHSOCIETY... more
Here is a tip for fixing a misshaped round bezel from @mineralandmine - “When working with tiny bezels, I use one of my flex shaft accessory mandrels to fix irregularities in cup shape or to widen the bezel before stone setting. Place the bottom of... more
Here is a tool modification from @robincorellart - “I modified these needle nose pliers to hold small bezels for cutting and finishing after they have been soldered to a backing. One of the photos shows me holding a bezel for a 5mm cab while I file... more
Here is a #diy copper bezel pusher from @mikeca1216 - “I like a short handle also because I have small hands as well, but I found that having a short handle is just half the issue with slipping while pushing a bezel. The other half is... more
Here is a soldering tip from @rootsmetals (be sure to check out her episode of SOCIETY CHAT today 😄) - “This soldering tip, which I got from a @riogrande video, has saved so many bezel wires from melting at my hands. It's pretty simple. First, you... more
For this week’s #tooltalktuesday I’m promoting the awesome online classes of @lucywalkerjewellery and she is sharing a tip with all of us - “Bezel setting fragile stones doesn’t need to be scary but we do need to work mindfully. Here I’m setting an... more
Here is a tip we shared a year ago from @makeitwithkim - “Do you want to make your bezels fancy? While you can buy pre-made fancy bezel strip, in many countries it's not that easy to get hold of. But you can make your own! Most bezel strip is made... more
Here is a bezel tip from @macksonstudio - “This is a quick tip to mark how much you need to sand off of your bezel cup but without getting any markings on your stone. Some stones are more porous than others and sharpie markings won't always wipe off.... more
Here is a tool modification from @saltwater.and.silver - “How to avoid scratches on your bezel when setting stones ✨And here’s your answer✨ (Well, one of them anyway) I think that tool mods are the absolute JAM. Take something that’s great, and... more
Here is a stone setting tip from @lucywalkerjewellery - “One question I get asked a lot over at the Metalsmith Academy, how do I set two bezels side by side without ending up with a mushy mess where they meet. Well the easiest way is to have some sort... more
I love a thick bezel, here are some tips to create corners for your gorgeous square or rectangular stones. Sponsored by @turquoise_moose where I get my rectangular, square and bar shaped turquoise. - Once you have scribed a line where your corner will... more
Here is a #diytool and tip for setting fragile stones like opals from @lucywalkerjewellery - ““Bezel setting fragile stones doesn’t need to be scary but we do need to work mindfully. Here I’m setting an opal doublet with a home-made brass bezel... more
This is an awesome technique, as shown by jeweler @earth_to_chandra for not getting a stone stuck in a bezel. Simply thread some floss underneath the stone (in this case she is creating a setting for a unique piece of elk ivory) then you have... more
Jewelry teacher @midnightpacific modified a tool to get the job done - “I made a new custom stone-setting tool and finally got a perfectly snug fit on this bezel. 👌🏽 Phew! The stone was a tiny bit loose and I couldn't get the brass bezel tight enough... more
Love this post from jeweler @ksjewellerydesigns which has some great stone setting tips - “I have started to set the labradorite cabochon in my latest Sea Life Pendant and thought I would share some of my 'trusty' bezel setting tools! Firstly, I... more
Here is a genius way to cut your bezel wire from @seaneckel.jewelry he wrapped 3m painters tape around the wires once he got a perfect fit around the stone, this supported the wires while he sawed through them for a nice clean cut! -“Had to do minimal... more
If your bezel has a cutout on the back and you are using Jett set or something similar to hold it, it's hard to keep the plastic from oozing up into your bezel cup and raising your stone higher than it should be. Here is an awesome tip from @elleyo... more
Here is a simple tip when soldering bezels that can save you TONS of hassle from @jewelryinstructor “When you get the bezel just the way you want it, mark the top with a Sharpie marker to be sure you solder it on your backplate right side up! Nothing... more
