This is a TWO YEAR exclusive access course which runs through the basics of metal polishing, starting with plain stackers and moving to polishing and setting gemstones into more complex designs. This course does NOT include lost wax casting. Five rings, two years - let's GO!
Get your popcorn and choc tops! My introduction and welcome to Madame Mak Metals And Gems! Enjoy!
A must watch safety module. Please watch these videos before you commence this course at your bench.
In this section I walk you through the professional tools required to polish and set your work with gemstones!
In this section I show you how to load your metal blade into your jeweller's saw frame. I have demonstrated this with two different saw frame types, with the first being the economy model and the "Green Lion" saw frame which is my personal favourite.
In this module I will be demonstrating how to polish a smooth stacking ring to a professional level (high shine finish).
In this module I demonstrate how to carefully polish a heavily textured stacking ring without ablating the texture, using professional tools and micromotor with suitable attachments.
In this module I demonstrate batch processing for three ring mounts which will also be set with their respective gemstones in later sections of this course. I run through sprue removal, metal clean up/grinding, the use of abrasive micromotor attachments and how to use a washout brush to polish the surface of a ring. Enjoy!
Yapping again (it's all good stuff). In this module I run through a few things regarding gem setting before we hit the final few modules of the course where I'll be showing you how to prepare the seat and claws for a variety of different rings/different setting styles, and how to set the gems directly in metal! Enjoy!
In this module I show you how to prepare the claws and seat for a cabochon gemstone, and how to set the gemstone in a claw ring mount (statement ring style).
In this module I show you how to prepare a seat and claws to fit and set a faceted oval gemstone. It also includes a demonstration on how to anneal the head of the ring, and also includes a bonus video on how to "barnacle set" a small gem with a hammer hand piece.
In this module I share how to prepare a seat and claws to set a lovely 8mm round brilliant stone into a vintage-antique inspired six claw buttercup style setting. This is the most advanced section of the course, and concludes the learning modules!
A handy list of some gemstone merchants and facetors based in Australia and the USA to get you connected with some people!
A supplementary bunch of information containing a list of lost wax casting contacts, plus some related information!
Join me for the course conclusion and a warm thank you. Wishing you all the best on your journey!