What Is a Cabochon?
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.
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Bezels
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.
Ask the Experts Rotary Grinding Tool Q&A
Q: What do I use to drill a hole in a cabochon? I can't find anything to go through.
Stone Setting
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.
How to Use the Bead Buddy® Cabochon Mandrel
Follow along with Rose to see the easy way to wrap an oval cabochon using the amazing Bead Buddy® cabochon mandrel.
How to Use Fancy Bezel Settings with Cabochons
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.
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?
How to Use Cab-Tite and Wrap-Tite Settings
Learn about the easy-to-use Cab-Tite™ and Wrap-Tite® settings that give professional results fast.
Setting a Cabochon with a Bezel Roller and Burnisher
Setting a cabochon into a bezel setting can be difficult to do without warping the bezel. Let jewelry designer-artist Tammy Honaman show you how to get fantastic results in this instructional video.