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Making Cabochon Twist Wire Pendant

Making Moonstone Cabochon Pendant with Twisted Wire  - US$25

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Making Cabochon Twist Wire Pendant

This jewelry lesson will teach you in detail and easy to follow steps and shows you:

  • - Twisting wire
  • - Making bezel
  • - Making awl and riveting
  • - Setting a cabochon
  • This tutorial can be made in a standard smithing workshop. You will need:
  •  - Metal : silver or gold or other
  •  - Cabochon

You will receive :

  • -- 42 Pictures and illustrations
  • -- 21 Pages of detailed instructions
  • -- Personalized tips on tools and techniques
Making Cabochon Pendant size twist wire
Sizing the twist wire ring
Making Cabochon Pendant soldering twist wire to frame
Soldering twist wire to bezel

Cabochon gemstones are a popular choice for  pendant settings. The twisted wire adds some flair. The setting scallops compliment the twist wire creating a beautifully balanced design with the purpose of making the setting of the cabochon easy.  This project is recommended for a newcomer to smithing. This jewelry lesson teaches you how to make this pendant from start to finish including the setting. After completing your jewelry tutorial you will have an imminently sale-able article or a perfect gift for a loved one.

Moonstone Cabochon Pendant with twist wire accent

Cabochon Moonstone pendant with twist wire accent

Suggested Follow-up Projects

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Recommended Tool Tips / Videos for this project

Check out this tip for an easier way to make large quantities of Twisted Wire.

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