How to Make Claw Set Cabochon Studs and Pendant

This lesson will demonstrate the easiest way to make small three claw settings for cabochon stones. You will learn lots of tips and tricks such as how to make the base disc from wire, and how to set small cab stones.

This technique is ideal for making stud earrings, but once you know how to make them you can add claw set cabochons to other pieces of jewelry.

There is also a bonus course on making a four claw pendant.

Lessons included:

• Part 1 – Claw set cabochon studs – 38 min 37 sec
• Part 2 – Four claw cab pendant – 41 min 54 sec

Materials:

• Cabochon stones 4mm – 5mm & Oval stone approx 6mm x 8mm
• 18ct gold round wire 0.8mm x 200mm