Metal Clay Bezel Cup Flowers with Patrik Kusek August 21, 2011

Dates: Sunday, August 21, 2011

Time: 10am-5pm with a one hour lunch *lunch will not be provided* Location: 1776 Wright Avenue, Richmond CA 94804 Phone Number: (510)233-0334 Contact: Jerilyn Perry

In this day long session, we'll learn how to set stones in PMC using bezel cups. Bezel cups are great for setting all types of cabochons, especially stones that are not fireable. They offer an easy to use, professional looking option to stone setting. In this class we'll make a pair of earrings with PMC and use bezel cups to add a touch of elegance to your designs. You'll learn how to select the right bezel cups for the right stone, how to prepare the bezel cups for use with metal clay, and how to alter the bezel cups to enhance your designs.

In addition, you'll learn trouble shooting tips if your cabochon is not cut properly, proper firing temperatures, plus lots of other tips for setting stones using bezel cups. Finally, we'll make a pair of earrings using the texture of your choice, through which you'll learn how to solder earring backs onto your piece. You'll leave with a completed set of earrings ready to wear!

Price of this workshop may change depending on the price of the silver market.

*Extra materials, books, tools etc. will be available for purchase after class. We accept cash, check and credit cards.*