Wax carving

BLOG Have you heard of wax carving but are not sure what it is and how to do it? Check out our beginners guide for jewellers covering the different types of wax, how to calculate the weight of your finished metal piece, how the casting process works, how to make multiples of your designs, what size

Tamara Gervasio / Lost wax carving workshop / One to one Classes on Instagram: "🌟 Today is all about personalized learning with @brother_banquo_and_queen in our one-on-one classes! 💍 She’s crafting a unique Smoky Quartz ring inspired by a lost signet ring style. 🔨 We’re shaping the ring first before diving into creating the setting for her stunning oval faceted smoky quartz. 🙌 Stay tuned for the sequel as we unveil the finished masterpiece of her bespoke lost wax carving ring ready…

Hand carving a wax for a white gold oval diamond wedding ring. With a double row pave' halo. Hand engraved shank. Step by step through the carving process. Finished ring in the next set of images. (1)

Wolf & Moon | Jewellery by Hannah Davis on Instagram: "How we made our zodiac pendants 🐐 a very long but satisfying process for 12 different charms!⁠ ⁠ Each piece is then cast from a mould into recycled sterling silver using the the ancient technique of lost wax casting ⛏️ ⁠ #zodiacjewellery #astrologyjewellery #starsignjewellery #zodiacpendant #zodiacnecklace #starsignnecklace #zodiachoops #astrologynecklace"

🔥 Only 4 spots left! Join us for a fascinating evening exploring the captivating world of wax carving. 🕯️✨ In this workshop led by renowned wax carver Russell Lownsbrough, author of “Wax Carving for Jewellery,” you’ll uncover the skills, techniques, and tools behind this ancient craft. 🎨💍 Discover the art of sculpting wax into intricate forms, essential for mastering the 6500-year-old technique of lost wax casting. 🗝️💎 Guided by Russell’s expertise, you’ll choose from a selection of…

Ever wonder what I mean when I say stones are cast in place? These rings are carved out of wax and the stones are placed into the wax and…

Hello! I started silversmithing about a year ago and this is one of my first wax carved rings. Follow @maiamaccessories for more jewelry making content

MoRoBold / 모로볼드 on Instagram: "Basic Ring Waxcarving process - - #waxcarving #lostwax #handcarved #handcarving #handmade #handcrafted #handcraftmanship #sculpture #ring #lostwaxprocess #howtomake"

1) Modified X-acto blade. 2) Straight taper point..semi-rough sides...the tip is ever-so-slightly rounded and polished. 3) 0.3mm chisel...(modified watchmaker's screwdriver) 4) 0.7mm chisel...(modified watchmaker's screwdriver) 5) 0.15mm straight rod....flat end honed on hard stone.