Lapidary Technique Focus: Matched Pairs

$175.00

Matching Cabochon Pairs with Jim Hill

Saturday, July 18 ((9:00 AM to 4:30 PM)) +++ ONE SPOT LEFT +++

Join expert lapidary instructor Jim Hill for a focused day of cabochon cutting, with special attention on creating matched pairs for earrings, rings, and other jewelry designs.

We’ll begin with a review of cabochon-cutting fundamentals, then move into the details that help two stones feel balanced together: shape, proportion, profile, polish, and finish. You’ll also learn how to safely drill holes in cabochons, opening up new options for pendants, earrings, and other stone-centered designs.

This class is best for students with some previous lapidary experience who are ready to refine their skills and work with more intention.

Techniques we’ll cover

  • Reviewing cabochon-cutting fundamentals

  • Selecting and planning matched stones

  • Shaping cabochon pairs

  • Refining symmetry, profile, and polish

  • Drilling holes in cabochons

Materials we’ll use
All tools and materials are provided. You’ll create several finished cabochons to take home.

What to expect
This is a technique-focused lapidary class with plenty of hands-on work and instructor guidance throughout the day.

Before registering, please review our cancellation policy here

Matching Cabochon Pairs with Jim Hill

Saturday, July 18 ((9:00 AM to 4:30 PM)) +++ ONE SPOT LEFT +++

Join expert lapidary instructor Jim Hill for a focused day of cabochon cutting, with special attention on creating matched pairs for earrings, rings, and other jewelry designs.

We’ll begin with a review of cabochon-cutting fundamentals, then move into the details that help two stones feel balanced together: shape, proportion, profile, polish, and finish. You’ll also learn how to safely drill holes in cabochons, opening up new options for pendants, earrings, and other stone-centered designs.

This class is best for students with some previous lapidary experience who are ready to refine their skills and work with more intention.

Techniques we’ll cover

  • Reviewing cabochon-cutting fundamentals

  • Selecting and planning matched stones

  • Shaping cabochon pairs

  • Refining symmetry, profile, and polish

  • Drilling holes in cabochons

Materials we’ll use
All tools and materials are provided. You’ll create several finished cabochons to take home.

What to expect
This is a technique-focused lapidary class with plenty of hands-on work and instructor guidance throughout the day.

Before registering, please review our cancellation policy here