This two-day workshop is designed for jewellers who already have some experience with stone setting

• This workshop is intended for intermediate-level jewellers who are already comfortable using basic stone setting tools and techniques. Please bring your own magnification (such as an Optivisor or similar), as we have a limited number available to borrow.

• Build precision channel setting skills with expert instruction.
• Learn advanced techniques: tool selection, burr use, finishing, and more.
• Hands-on, small-group workshop with plenty of bench time.
• Complete a finished sterling silver piece to take home.
• Taught by master goldsmith Lee Harding with 30+ years’ experience.

• How to properly prepare channels
• Seat stones evenly
• Achieve a professional-looking finish
• Tool selection
• Layout planning
• Burr use
• Finishing techniques (with plenty of hands-on practice).

Dates:                              Friday 22 & Saturday 23 August

Duration:                         two days; 10am – 5pm with hour for lunch

Max Participants:          10

Location:                         DCCIA School of Jewellery, Sessions House, Thomastown, 

Co Kilkenny, R95 X9Y6

Last date to apply:  15^th of August 2025