Q: What size settings do you use with what size cabochons?
Ask the Experts Mixed Media Pendant Q&A
Q: I am seeing cabochons used with pictures and words, and I want to use this style to make a 50th wedding anniversary piece for my mom. Is it just printer paper, or is there a certain glue or mounting that has to be used?
Ask the Experts Genuine Q&A
Q: How do you tell the difference between a cameo that is carved out of a single piece of shell, and one that has the image glued onto the background?
Ask the Experts Cabochon Settings Q&A
Q: Can you use bezel cups inside cab settings? If yes, which ones?
Ask the Experts Making A Flat Briolette Bail Q&A
Q: How do I make a bail for a flat briolette using sterling wire?
Ask the Experts Setting Marcasite in Art Clay® Q&A
Q: I'm interested in doing silver clay jewelry. What's the best way to get started? I love marcasite. Can I put them in the silver clay and then heat or is it best to glue them in later. Would I use jewelry glue or slip?
Ask the Experts Value of Dyed Q&A
Q: Are dyed, heated or stabilized gemstones less valuable than the natural ones? And what is the difference between them?
Ask the Experts Cabs & Faceted Stones Q&A
Q: What is the difference between a gemstone setting designated "low profile" and a setting that does not have the low profile designation? If I have an 8mm stone can I use either setting?