This mini course is a composite of two lessons from Setting Stones in Silver Clay: bail construction and soldering jump rings.
Step-by-step, we make the four bail styles pictured, including discussion of:
-Which are harder and easier to accomplish
-How to attach them seamlessly and elegantly
-Considerations for your design
-Best practices for good construction
Here you will learn how to make the following bail styles:
-Arch
-Double Arch
-Faux Rivet
-Classic rolled bail (no jump rings required)
Tip: The first two bails use a more challenging technique, the second two are more straight forward.
Caitlin of BLUE DOT JEWELRY
If you have ever wanted to know EXACTLY how I make my silver clay settings for stones that have to be set after firing, Setting Stones in Silver Clay, (from which these lessons are excerpted) answers that question in great detail. I share how I work, and the techniques I have come to over time of refining my own processes.