Rings & Things Jewelry Blog

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsUse a steel burnisher to carefully set the cushion stone in the bezel setting.For illustrated step-by-step instructions, see How to Set Rivoli Stones in Bezels (blog article).Use round-nose pliers to shape the lower loop of the bezel setting. Add a filigree cross charm and close the loop. For best way to open and close loops, see Jump Ring Hint in Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF).Attach the earring hook to the top bezel loop.Repeat steps 1-3 to make the second earr …

The Swarovski crystal cushion square in Heliotrope is not always available, but we love this simple, versatile project design -- and Amethyst AB is so pretty, that we've linked in some alternate suggestions below so we could keep this project in our gallery.Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner TipsPlace 12mm cushion square stone into setting, and use nylon-jaw or chain-nose pliers to gently flatten the prongs onto the stone. See tips in our blog, for best way to keep your stone safe and centered.Sl …

Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner TipsPlace a crystal stone into the setting. Use a burnishing tool to gently press the bezel down on all sides of the crystal. Use the burnisher to smooth all sides of the bezel evenly up and over over the stone.Repeat with other crystal cushion stones.Use pliers to open the loop on an ear wire, and attach to the top of the setting. (See Jump Ring Hint in Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF) for best way to open and close a loop.)Suggested Supplies6 each #04-470-10-445 Swaro …

Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner TipsEtch earrings (See etching tutorial below).Place cushion in cushion setting and fold over tabs using nylon-jaw pliers or a burnisher.Attach French hooks to top of cushion.For best way to open and close loops, see Jump Ring Hint in Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF)Attach etched copper drop to bottom of cushion.Suggested Supplies1 pair #34-003-8 TierraCast Earring Hook Findings, Niobium - Bronze and Copper Color2 each #41-878-51-10-7 Antiqued Copper Plated 2-Loop Bezel …