COURSE OVERVIEW
Learn the foundations of pavé work, from mapping out different pavé styles on a blank plate, laying out stone placement, drilling, cutting borders, and setting and securing stones with precision.
DURATION:
Join us for 5 days in 8-hour sessions
SKILL-LEVEL:
Perfect for beginners, but can be tailored to your skill level
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
- Master essential tools and equipment including microscopes, pneumatic engraving machines, drills, beading tools, and more
- Learn proper handpiece technique and how to work effectively while looking through a microscope
- Understand stone setting math and how to adjust calculations for different stone sizes
- Learn 5 different layout techniques including bead set with edge, staggered honeycomb pavé, non-staggered square pavé, circle patterns, and French pavé
TOOLS YOU’LL USE:
- Drills
- Burs
- Beading Tools
- Splitters
- Stone Pushers
- Gravers