Lose yourself in the serene beauty of these earrings, as the cool green agate cabochons echo the gentle sway of ocean currents.

Be ready for fall with dark autumn greens and antique copper-plated grape leaf charms. A design for beginners.

Awaken to beauty with this sterling silver & carnelian necklace & earring set. Featuring enchanting lotus flowers, it radiates a sense of wonder & beauty.

With its delicate gold flowers and natural red jasper gemstone, this dainty necklace brings warmth and charm to your jewelry collection.

Beads and gemstones unite in this distinctive pendant, featuring a carnelian centerpiece and fiery Celestial Crystal® faceted teardrops.

Golden sunbeams emanate from a natural rhodochrosite cabochon in this radiant pendant necklace.

Embrace timeless Victorian allure with this aventurine necklace and earring set. Enhanced with fiery Crystal Passions® rhinestones, it gives classic flavor a modern twist.

Follow along with Patti, a jewelry designer here at Fire Mountain Gems and beads jewelry studio, teaching a simple and elegant technique that can level up your jewelry making skillset with just a few materials and tools.

Explore some great ways to use cabochons in your jewelry projects.

Crafting this stylish bracelet is easy with an Almost Instant Jewelry® silver-plated cuff bracelet setting.

Stylishly go through your blue period with an elegant bracelet featuring turquoise-dyed howlite, Preciosa Capri blue and golden heishi beads with a blue agate cabochon drop.

Show your style with this steampunk-inspired money clip! Adorned with rhinestones, a carnelian cabochon and antique brass gears, it's a must-have accessory for the modern trendsetter.

Exuding timeless elegance, these Wedgewood-inspired cameo earrings boast a refined vintage allure that is both understated and sophisticated.

What does your jewelry say? From cultural symbolism to psychology to group affiliations, this article delves into the complexity behind our jewelry.

The soft, clear hues of a wintry sky unite in this stunning necklace, showcasing an aquamarine pendant adorned with Crystal Passions® beads and glittering cupchain.

Embrace simple elegance with the shimmer of silver and the earthy beauty of natural malachite in this refined and classy necklace.

Elegant tendrils of silvery wire gently embrace an oval of natural tree agate in this captivating necklace. Enhanced by a subtle sparkle from Crystal Passions® beads, this piece is truly stunning.

Create unique accessories with sterling silver pendants and blue cameo cabochons.

Take a deep dive into the marvelous cabochon and its sister the cameo. Learn about how they're created and dozens of ways a designer can use them.

Bezels are an ideal finding to use when you're working with cabochons and flat back crystals. Tammy Honaman, author and jewelry-making expert, is here to tell you all about them.

Craft this distinctive necklace and earring set, highlighting the allure of natural seraphinite cabochons offset by silver- and black-lined Miyuki seed beads. The subtle smoky tones perfectly complement the sleek simplicity of the design.

Captivate with this demure necklace and earring set showcasing natural blue apatite cabochons. The flower and leaf trim on the antiqued brass findings imparts a timeless, classic aura to this enchanting ensemble.

Craft a charming and delicate necklace and earring set showcasing the beauty of natural rainbow moonstone paired with an delicately twisted chain.

Natural labradorite cabochons lend this necklace and earring set unparalleled depth and luminosity. Paired with antique silver-plated fittings and beads, this ensemble is both dramatic and serene.

Irina Oleinik's "Dragon" necklace was a finalist in our 2023 Jewelry-Making Contest. This masterpiece of seed beading is destined to make a dramatic entrance!

A carved gem or shell, in which the carved design stands out against a background of a different color.

A particular shape of cut glass or crystal, most commonly known as Crystal Passions® rhinestones. A chaton is a faceted, pavillion-shaped (pointed) bottom. Some chaton styles have the same point on top, while others have a smooth domed top (similar to cabochons) or a flat top (similar to faceted gemstones).

Every jewelry artist knows the rewarding feeling of taking jewelry designs from imagination to creation. Learn about the different product lines that allow you to create pieces of art for you to add to your jewelry.

Bezel setting connectors have made creating gemstone cabochon jewelry a breeze. Create a sophisticated Western-inspired style with this turquoise set.

Q: Is it better to put a smaller stone in a larger setting, or a larger stone in a smaller setting?

Q: I bought an odd-shaped cameo in Roatán, Honduras. Would I damage the product if I bonded a bail to it? I bought just the piece, so there is no sterling or any other type of metal attached to it already.

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?

Q: I am new to beading and struggle with understanding bead sizes—especially as I look at websites like Fire Mountain and see beads I like. I haven't been able to find a good size chart to use. Can you recommend one?

Create a custom cabochon setting using these step-by-step instructions. This project tutorial explores bench jeweler metal fabrication techniques such as sawing, soldering, filing and polishing.

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?

Q: Can you use bezel cups inside cab settings? If yes, which ones?

Q: What are your items that will hold Faceted Gems and Cabochons? Is it best to use glue? If so, what kind?

Q: What is a cabochon and does it have a hole drilled in it to be used for necklace or bracelet?

Q: What do I use to drill a hole in a cabochon? I can't find anything to go through.

Q: I have a pretty rose cabochon with petals that can't be set in a bezel. Should I wire wrap it—if so, how do I do this? Thank you.

Q: I have two questions: 1) How do you glue a cabochon into a setting that doesn't have a back? If I glue around the edge, I still have problems with it being too easy for the cabochon to come off. 2) Besides the metal settings that are sold, are there other ways to create a setting that would allow a cabochon to become a pendant without drilling a hole in the cabochon? Thanks.

Q: I just purchased leverback earrings with settings to set stones into. I have both cabochons and faceted stones, which one is appropriate for this type of setting? Also, can you please advise how to set the stones so I'm sure they stay secure?

Q: Where can I find instructions on surrounding cabochons with beads? Is there a book that I could get?

Q: Several cabochon gemstones and paua shells do not exactly fit the settings I purchased for their size. How do I shave down the edges to make them fit?

Chunky chain combines with Crystal Passions® mystic black beads and electric pink cabochons for style that exudes punk vibes and sophistication alike.

Q: What tools should I use to stretch the Sterling silver bezel for a cabochon that has fallen out of it's setting? Which tool do I use to get the bezel down around the stone again?

Learn how to use No Days Bail Bond™ to attach cabochons and cameos to Aanraku and other styles of flat glue-on bails. This photo-illustrated guide has four easy steps.

Learn how to make a custom bezel setting for any cabochon using bezel strips. Clear images demonstrate every step in this how-to.

Ukrainian artist Elena Golovchenko blended purples and lavenders from gemstone, Czech fire-polished glass and seed beads to create this bib necklace. Follow Elena Golovchenko’s intricate design with Fashion Magazine’s instructions.

Bezelite settings take all the mystery and headache out of stone setting. Even a beginner can get great results in seconds! They are made for faceted stones and most cabochons.

Jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman teaches how to create this "X" stitch used to embellish cabochons.

Learn how to glue a cabochon into a closed-back ring setting with this tutorial. Clear images demonstrate each step in this how-to.

Especially popular in Victorian-inspired jewelry designs, mother-of-pearl shell is often seen as cameos, but it isn't just for feminine jewelry, as it is a favorite for cuff links and tie tacks.

Sugilite offers lots of designing possibilities whether it's beads, cabochons, inlays and more. Like amethyst, sugilite's variety of purples makes it go well with just about everything.

A jewelry setting designed for the placement of faceted gemstones or cabochons.

A frame, container or cage designed for the placement of faceted gemstones or cabochons.

A scarab is a member of the Scarabaeidae family. This group of insects is made up of about 30,000 species of heavy oval-shaped beetles.A scarab is also a type of talisman made of stone, metal or other materials, in the shape of a scarab beetle. Scarab pendants and cabochons are often seen in modern jewelry, but were first hugely popular in ancient Egypt around 2,000 BCE. Finely carved scarabs were worn in ancient Egypt as jewelry and were also created for use as seals by individuals and government officials. The Egyptians also often buried scarab carvings with mummies, as it was considered a symbol of the soul.

Decoration made by carving or engraving a design into a gem or other hard material. Intaglio is the opposite of cameo.

A beautiful Crystal Passions™ gem is the centerpiece of this beautiful Let There Be Light Angel pin by Anita M. Russell.

A pair of pliers used to set or tighten the prongs on gemstone settings. The structure of these pliers gives them and parallel jaws and exceptional leverage.

Green aventurine and honey-colored citrine complement gold-filled tube beads for a stately, understated necklace and earring set.

Seed beads and cabochons are expertly woven together in Irina Oleinik's exquisite "Orchid" necklace, creating a beautiful tribute to its living namesake.

A sunstone pendant strung on a beaded filigree chain is a radiant and elegant piece of jewelry that embodies the warmth and beauty of the sun.

Karen Leslie's Chakra Opallios-Yin integrates classic and modern feels with a beautiful range of blue beadwork strung along the length of a zipper and fashioned into a trendsetting necklace.

Follow along with Rose to see the easy way to wrap an oval cabochon using the amazing Bead Buddy® cabochon mandrel.

Go west with this colorful necklace and earring set. Seed beads create the colorway, encasing a turquoise-colored cabochon and accenting bright orange Preciosa crystal beads and pale pink Celestial Crystal pearls. Use the full step-by-step instructions to create your own!

This design is called "Thrill of the Fight," but there's no struggle involved in making your own version when you follow our step-by-step instructions.

Join Rose to learn how to make the circular brick stitch. This technique creates wonderfully intricate designs to be used on their own or around cabochons and focal beads.

Wire wrapping is a great way to display cabochons that don't fit in a premade bezel. This tutorial provides step-by-step instructions to make wire wrapping a breeze.

The captivating depth of labradorite adds a stylish dimension to this statement necklace and stud earrings. Easily create this design with the step-by-step instructions provided.

This stunning labradorite jewelry set is sure to turn heads with its otherworldly iridescence and captivating glow.

Set cabochons quickly and elegantly within fancy bezel settings using a bezel pusher or bezel roller. Watch the silent animation to learn this professional technique, or use the full step-by-step instructions below the video.

Druzy agate and Hemalyke™ beads combine in this cosmic jewelry project. Inspired by the night sky this design packs plenty of technique and visual interest.

Easily set Crystal Passions® fancy stones or flat-backed cabochons using these these two-sided calibrated bezel mounts. Rose shows you how it’s done—all it takes is pliers and a prong pusher to create stunning pendants for jewelry.

The Miracle Mount™ system was designed to hold sparkling Crystal Passions® fancy stones and gemstone cabochons. Rose explains how jewelry designers can add loop and peg inserts to create customized links, centerpieces and stations.

This eye-catching necklace and earring set boasts a harmonious blend of metal components and vibrant gemstone cabochons for a truly alluring and unique adornment.

Exuding an air of regal sophistication, these artfully crafted salt and pepper shakers are sculpted using Art Clay® precious metal clay and adorned with sparkling faceted gems and cabochons.

Sail away in these filigree-filled sailboat silhouette earrings. This airy design allows for plenty of playful movement.

The tree of life has been used all over the world for centuries. To capture this symbol in your jewelry, wire-wrap a cabochon with a tree design by following these video instructions.

Turn a love for turquoise into a wear-anywhere design! Follow these step-by-step instructions to cinch in a cabochon to its setting and then string up the rest of the design.

A symbol of freedom, Katsue Huang’s Hippocampus captures the movement and vibrancy of its mythological namesake in tiny seed-beaded detail.

Make one-of-a-kind seed bead bracelets with beaded toggles using brick stitch and peyote.

Tamara Allison's coppery creation is designed, she says, for a bride. It features muted coppers, greys and creams to accent the floral cabochon focal.

Owl bet you won't be able to take your eyes off this piece! Stacy Farnsworth's snowy avian design soared on the wings of praise for its immaculate wire techniques and overall design.

Rosanne Rosenberger’s "Mother of the Groom" necklace design is created using Fire Mountain’s Kismet bracelet pattern. Let this award-winning design inspire your next creation.

Rose gold-filled accents perfectly bring out the deep, wine-red tones of garnet.

These earrings capture the Bohemian spirit with their lightweight wood focals and cotton cord tassels.

Add a little something extra to your cowboy boots with chain and goldstone cabochons, as seen in this rootin'-tootin' design.

Mystic Moons features blue mystic topaz gemstones and a moonstone cabochon in a stunning pendant created with the help of 3D printing technology.

With a sultry plunging neckline, the delicate antique components work in harmony with valiant focals to exhibit an alluring, unwavering feminine power.

Designed to resemble the bonds of love and hopes for the future, "Mother of the Bride" is both a statement piece and a cherished heirloom.

"Cinco de Mayo" celebrates the beauty of Mexican fashion and folklore. Brightly beaded flowers in rich colors give this design a sugar skull-like appearance.

A decorative sleeve closure used to fasten the two sides of a man's dress shirt (although some mens-style women's blouses will have this feature). Originally composed of two buttons on a short length of chain, a cuff link is now commonly created using a swivel-style finding. The finding is often hidden by a cabochon, carving or other small design motif.

An undrilled gemstone with a smooth rounded top and a flat back. A cabochon is not faceted.

The metal groove or flange holding a gemstone in its setting, or the slanting face of a cut gem.

Become entranced in visions of a world of fantasy. The design features a complex collar and necktie design comprised of scalemaille, Crystal Passions®, lapis lazuli and more.