
Prong Settings From Start to Finish
Nancy L.T. Hamilton
- In-depth Instruction; over 124 mins
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Experienced metalsmith Nancy L.T. Hamilton shows you how to make a prong setting and two variations in this must-have primer. You’ll begin with a simple tube-and-prong version and learn Nancy’s tips for accurately measuring your materials. Discover a jig setup that allows you to to solder prongs to a tube with ease before securely soldering your setting to a ring shank. Then, create a seat and round your prongs to set a faceted gemstone with a secure, precise fit. Next up, craft a basket setting entirely from wire, using Nancy’s tried-and-true shaping techniques. Discover valuable sizing tricks as you set your stone, and find out how to file your prongs for a professional-level finish. Finally, conquer your most advanced design yet: the traditional basket setting. By the end of class, you’ll have the confidence and the skills to add value to any design with a well-crafted setting.
Nancy L.T. Hamilton
Nancy L.T. Hamilton has been studying art and design for almost 50 years, and making jewelry for more than 20. Nancy has also taught metalsmithing for nearly 15 years at venues such as Art Is You and the Mendocino (California) Arts Center.

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