This tutorial is a comprehensive step by step illustrated guide and shows you:
- - Piercing and forming ring
- - Filing technique
- - Soldering components
- - Basics bezel punch setting
- This tutorial can be made in a standard smithing workshop. You will need:
- - Metal : silver or gold or other
- - Round gemstone
Celtic rings are very popular and often come in as a special custom orders. These rings are not easy to make. This tutorial is slightly different in that you create the illusion of over- under ribbons by accurate filing technique.
This lesson is suited for all metalsmiths with some general knowledge of metal working techniques and the basic bench tool setup. The basic setting method is discussed.
Beautiful Celtic style dress / cocktail ring