Post by account_disabled on Mar 14, 2024 3:59:11 GMT -5
If you are just starting out in jewelry and looking for a simple piece to start with, look no further than a bezel cabochon ring to get you started in the world of making stone rings. It is interesting to experiment with different shapes and colored cabochons to achieve the desired effect. We've created a step-by-step guide on how to create a cabochon ring; from the tools to the materials you will need for this job. Find out how to make rings with stones. How to Create a Cabochon Ring in 14 Easy Steps Step one The first thing will be to get the size of the ring by wrapping it with thread through the mandrel, to cut it later. If you have cut the wrong amount of thread, don't worry. You will still be able to create a cabochon ring and use this attempt as a practice, before creating one in the size you want. Step two The next step is to file and shape the wire. After you have filed each part of the wire, make sure they fit together without gaps. You will need it for soldering. Now, place the ends of your wire together forming a circle. Step three Once you have joined the ends of the wire, it was time to solder.
Very carefully, focus on the seam line until you start soldering. Don't forget to strip your ring after soldering it. What this does is clean the ring and remove the flux and oxidation from the wire. Do you want to perfect your soldier technique? Check out our guide to the essential tools for soldering . Step four Take the cabochon, wrap your bezel strip around it and mark where one edge meets the other. The time has come to cut. Be careful and make sure your strip fits your cabochon. Step BYB Directory five Repeat step two and file the edges of your bevel so you can weld them effectively. Concentrate on the joint point until you start soldering, then strip. Step six Now you need to shape your ring. Place it on the mandrel, and shape it very carefully using a nylon hammer or rawhide mallet . Step seven The ring weld line needs to have a flat edge for the bezel to fit into it. To achieve this, file a flat edge using a vise if you have one. Step eight Take the cabochon and place the bezel on top of it, gently squeezing it into shape. Be sure to file the bottom of the bezel to make it flat so you can easily solder it onto your sterling silver sheet.
Step nine Place some small pieces of solder on the bevel and blade, and solder as you did before. Tip: As a result of the heat, the soldering iron may move from the bevel. Reattach it using a solder pick. Once you have soldered the bevel and blade, place them in the stripper and then saw around the base of the bezel, leaving you with the soldered cup. Step ten You are now ready to solder your ring. This can be tricky, so take your time. When you're done, strip the ring. Step eleven Polish your ring with a barrel polish until the surface shines and is free of any marks or stains. This could take between 30 and 60 minutes, depending on the size of your ring. Step twelve It is time to place the cabochon stone. You can use the Technique Master Bezel Set for this, but if you don't have one you can position your cabochon another way (go to step thirteen). Place the ring on the clamp, then you can place the cabochon into the bezel cup and hammer with a punch until the bezel encloses the cabochon. Happy with the result? Polish the ring and cabochon bezel to secure it and give it a finishing touch.
Very carefully, focus on the seam line until you start soldering. Don't forget to strip your ring after soldering it. What this does is clean the ring and remove the flux and oxidation from the wire. Do you want to perfect your soldier technique? Check out our guide to the essential tools for soldering . Step four Take the cabochon, wrap your bezel strip around it and mark where one edge meets the other. The time has come to cut. Be careful and make sure your strip fits your cabochon. Step BYB Directory five Repeat step two and file the edges of your bevel so you can weld them effectively. Concentrate on the joint point until you start soldering, then strip. Step six Now you need to shape your ring. Place it on the mandrel, and shape it very carefully using a nylon hammer or rawhide mallet . Step seven The ring weld line needs to have a flat edge for the bezel to fit into it. To achieve this, file a flat edge using a vise if you have one. Step eight Take the cabochon and place the bezel on top of it, gently squeezing it into shape. Be sure to file the bottom of the bezel to make it flat so you can easily solder it onto your sterling silver sheet.
Step nine Place some small pieces of solder on the bevel and blade, and solder as you did before. Tip: As a result of the heat, the soldering iron may move from the bevel. Reattach it using a solder pick. Once you have soldered the bevel and blade, place them in the stripper and then saw around the base of the bezel, leaving you with the soldered cup. Step ten You are now ready to solder your ring. This can be tricky, so take your time. When you're done, strip the ring. Step eleven Polish your ring with a barrel polish until the surface shines and is free of any marks or stains. This could take between 30 and 60 minutes, depending on the size of your ring. Step twelve It is time to place the cabochon stone. You can use the Technique Master Bezel Set for this, but if you don't have one you can position your cabochon another way (go to step thirteen). Place the ring on the clamp, then you can place the cabochon into the bezel cup and hammer with a punch until the bezel encloses the cabochon. Happy with the result? Polish the ring and cabochon bezel to secure it and give it a finishing touch.