February 6th: V Bezel Pendant with Baleigh Acebo
February 6th: V Bezel Pendant with Baleigh Acebo
In this class we’ll build a partial V bezel setting for a faceted tablet stone. Using small amounts of 18k gold to maximize color contrast, we’ll fabricate a stunning two-tone pendant with a minimal feel.
When: February 6th, 2026: 9am-5pm with 1 hour lunch break
Where: Potter USA, 1949 E Eastland St, Tucson, AZ 85719
Potter USA is equipped with the essentials like benches, soldering equipment, hammers, bench pins, etc. Bringing your own, favorite hand tools for specific classes is encouraged but not required. See project specific tool list below: if you have the items on the list, it’s handy to have your own but the instructors will have multiples for you to borrow as well.
Materials Kit: $160-210 depending on stone and gold prices
project worksheet
18ky bezel wire
sterling silver sheet 14-12g
hard and medium silver solder
jump rings
large tablet stone of student’s choosing
drill bit
CHAIN NOT INCLUDED
Project Tool List:
saw frame and blades
sanding sticks
aggressive flat handfile, 0 or 00 cut recommended
bezel roller
barrette escapement file 2 cut, not required but recommended
your favorite rotary abrasives
The Fine Print: Workshop registration fees are refundable through January 1st, 2026. Please reach out directly to Baleigh at baleigh@acebojewelry.com to cancel and request a refund. Refunds after January 1st will be issued if your spot can be filled on a case by case basis.
Emerging Artist Scholarship Application: for metalsmiths 25 years of age or under
In an effort to make it easier for younger artists to improve their craft, accepted applicants will receive free registration for one class and a free materials kit. (If you are 25 or under at time of application you’re good to go!)