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Introduction to Lapidary

  • Meltdown Studio 901 Rio Grande Boulevard Northwest Suite E-130 Albuquerque, NM, 87104 United States (map)

Curious about cutting your own stones? In this Introduction to Lapidary weekend workshop, you’ll learn the art of shaping and polishing cabochons from expert instructor Jim Hill. Through hands-on practice and detailed demos, you'll explore how to cut soft, medium, hard stone and even turquoise. You'll also gain essential knowledge on material selection, mineral properties, equipment care, and studio safety.

Perfect for beginners, this two-day intensive includes all materials, and you’ll leave with several finished cabochons you’ve made yourself!

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