[Jewelry making - Article 00208] - Re: [Orchid] Up to date way of setting stones

[Island Gold Works]

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>         I have been told that using claw settings for faceted stones
>     is old fashioned and catch in clothing. 

    I personally am not a fan of prong setting. Especially if I am
    making a one of a kind piece and don't want add 'bought 'parts in a
    handcrafted item. Some jewelers consider a designer piece something
    that is a creation of 'bought' parts! Remember the old ad...."Parts
    is parts' I don't even have a name for some of the way I set
    stones...channel, 1/2 bezel ,modified bezel,semi tension. If you care
    to visit my website for some examples 

www.islandgoldworks.com
Thomas


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