40-Hour Intensive Stone Setting Masterclass (1 week)

Master the Art of Stone Setting: 40-Hour Professional Course

Transform your jewelry-making journey with our 40-hour stone setting course, led by experienced jewelry designer, goldsmith, and stone setter Constantinos Kyriacou. This intensive 5-day program delivers the knowledge and skills equivalent to a full one-year course in jewelry school, empowering students to fast-track their expertise.

GROUPS of 3 students

Course Schedule:

Tool Preparation (2 Hours):
Learn how to set up, sharpen, and maintain the tools needed for precise and effective stone setting.

Prong Setting (1 Hour):
Explore the art of creating elegant prong settings for gemstones of all shapes and sizes (on silver ring).

Bezel Setting (1 Hour):
Master the skill of securely encasing stones in metal for a sleek and polished look (on silver ring).

Flush Setting (3 Hours):
Learn how to set stones level with the metal surface, creating a clean, modern look where the gemstone sits securely within the material.

Bright Cut (4 Hours):
Delve into this intricate technique to add brilliance and definition to your designs.

Bright Cut Pavé (4 Hours):
Develop advanced skills to create stunning pavé settings with bright-cut detailing.

Bright Cut Leaf (3 Hours):
Learn to create a sequence of leaf-shaped bright cuts, forming elegant, flowing patterns that enhance light reflection and decorative detail.

Channel Setting (6 Hours):
Learn how to set round and square stones securely in channels, achieving a clean and modern finish (on silver ring).

Tension Setting (2 Hours):
Explore the unique technique of tension setting, where the gemstone appears to float within the design.

Castle Setting (6 Hours):
Learn to create raised, castle-like prong structures that securely hold stones while adding height and architectural detail (on silver ring).

French Pavé Ring (8 Hours):
A dedicated full-day session focused on mastering the sophisticated French pavé setting with precision and finesse.

What You Receive

• All basic stone setting tools you prepare during the course are yours to keep (including gravers and essential hand tools)
• All silver pieces you work on during the course are yours to take home
• A complete foundation to continue developing as a professional stone setter

Why This Course Stands Out:

A Year’s Worth of Knowledge in Just 5 Days
This course is packed with expertise, surpassing what is typically taught in one year of traditional jewelry education.

Continuous Support
After the course, Constantinos Kyriacou remains available to his students, offering tips and assistance whenever needed, ensuring ongoing growth and mastery.

Hands-On Training
Gain practical experience and detailed guidance in a small, focused group environment.

Important Note

This course provides a powerful and complete foundation in stone setting. However, it is highly recommended that students continue practicing and refining the techniques independently after the course, as true mastery comes through repetition and personal work.

Final Outcome

By the end of the course, you will:
✔ Understand how metal behaves around stones
✔ Be able to execute multiple professional setting techniques
✔ Have completed real stone setting work
✔ Gain the confidence to continue your journey independently