Elevate Your Jewelry-Making Skills with a Custom Bolo Tie
Join this hands-on workshop and learn how to create a bezel-set bolo tie that reflects your personal style. Perfect for students with basic metalsmithing experience, this class will guide you through advanced techniques like adding decorative trim, silver balls, texture, and stamping. You’ll also explore the use of a rolling mill to create beautifully textured backplates.
What You’ll Learn:
- Bezel Setting: Securely set a stone in your custom design.
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Decorative Techniques: Add trim, silver balls, texture, and stamped details to enhance your piece.
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Rolling Mill Basics: Learn how to use this essential tool to create textured base plates for your jewelry.
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Finishing Touches: Polish and complete your bolo tie for a professional look.
By the end of the class, you’ll have crafted a one-of-a-kind bolo tie that you can proudly wear or gift to someone special.
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