Holly Gage Creative Gem Setting In Metal Clay

by | Mar 12, 2025

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Presentation: Creative Gem Setting In Metal Clay

Presenter: Holly Gage

Creative Gem Setting In Metal Clay
There are many ways to set gemstones, from the understated, minimalist design to more innovative and elaborate solutions. Here, we will explore 14 Creative Gem Settings in Metal Clay, and the common thread will be setting Fire in Place Gemstones and Cultured Opals in the greenware stage of working with Metal Clay. Most of the instructions will be for clays that shrink up to 18%, and I will also share tips for those high-shrinkage clays.
From Polymer to Precious: Streamlining Sculpting in Metal Clay
From Polymer to Precious: Streamlining Sculpting in Metal Clay
From Polymer to Precious: Streamlining Sculpting in Metal Clay

Presenter – Holly Gage, USA

Holly Gage of Gage Designs is a 2015 Saul Bell Design winner recognized for distinction in jewelry design. She creates contemporary jewelry and teaches her unique techniques with a gentle blend of design instruction and technical proficiency.

Holly brings her innovation, creativity, and gift of helping others find their artistic voice through classes, mentoring programs, master workshops, and retreats. Classes are available live Online, at her PA studio, throughout the US, and abroad. She is a full-time jewelry artist, Certified Metal Clay Instructor, author, and conference speaker. In addition, Holly holds a BS in Fine Art and Education. Her jewelry and articles on techniques and design can be found in over 75+ regional and national publications, including the Best of America Jewelry Artists; Named 3rd in Handmade Business: Top 12 Makers, Movers, and Shakers; Metal Clay Today; Making Jewellery; Metal Clay Today among others. You can find more information about Holly’s jewelry, classes.

Find Holly at HollyGage.com

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