[Jewelry making - Article 00084] - Re: [Orchid] Small Adventurers in the High-End Jewel Trade

[M,lou Brubaker]

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>     Did anyone actually think that she messed up those bezels? The
>     overall crude look of the piece is intentional, which I can
>     actually respect. The medium should be explored and used in as many
>     different ways possible. It is frustrating to see goldsmiths get
>     arrogant because they think things are done the "wrong" way-- there
>     is no such thing. 

    Well, yes, a crude & primitive look can be very interesting. But I
    think that there are several problems that might compromise the piece
    technically. 

    1. The bezels have sharp points where they are folded over the
    stones but do not touch the stone surface. These points may jab or
    scrape the wearer, making the piece uncomfortable. They may also
    collect lint or snag fibers from clothing. 

    2. The gapped areas where the bezesl do not touch the stones may
    collect dirt, grease, and debris, making the stones look muddy and
    dull. 

    3. The stones might fall out of these merely partially-closed
    bezels. There IS at least one "wrong" way to set a stone: so that it
    might fall out. IMHO. 

M'lou Brubaker, Jeweler
Goodland, MN
www.craftswomen.com

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