How to Make Stone Jewelry

There are four common methods for making jewelry out of irregularly shaped stones.

• Bell Cap and Epoxy. A bell cap is attached to the stone with epoxy.
• Wire Wrapping. Wire is wrapped around the stone in such a way as to keep it firmly attached.
• Drilling. A hole is drilled through the stone with a diamond drill bit using a high speed rotary tool. (For best results use a ball shaped bit, underwater, repeatedly touching and easing off.)
• Bezels. A bezel is crimped around the stone to hold it in a setting. This often involves silversmithing a customized bezel to fit the stone.

Common Methods For Attaching The Stone

Bell Cap

Wire Wrapping

Drilled

Silversmithing