Jim Dailing Designs

09/01/2026

A few seats left! 💎 My upcoming virtual class with Pocosin Arts School of Fine Craft Stone Setting without Prongs, starts this coming Saturday.
Join me to learn flush setting and how to bead set small gems—no gravers required! Reach out if you have any questions.

Students begin with bead setting, mastering both tool handling and the refined techniques this delicate method demands. The result is a versatile skill —

12/09/2025

Something new carved directly into rose gold. gold

10/14/2025

Interested in adding bead setting to your jewelry designs?

Bead setting is essential for adding extra sparkle to your jewelry. This video focuses on bead setting small faceted gemstones, but you can also apply these skills to set larger gems.

08/08/2025

Image Image Image Image Wax Carving for Big and Bold Faceted Stones This demo-focused virtual class will cover various approaches for hand carving wax prototypes for larger faceted stones, as well as everything else a student needs to consider when designing jewelry in wax with a large stone!Over t...

04/23/2025

Join My Stone Setting Workshop in Italy This July!

Exciting news! My stone setting workshop is just around the corner, and we still have a few spots available!

Whether you're eager to learn the art of stone setting or looking for a refresher, this is the perfect opportunity to refine your skills. Spend your days diving into the craft and your evenings soaking in the charm of this magical destination.

Don't miss out on this unforgettable summer experience. Secure your seat today!

Learn stonesetting techniques that don’t require prongs. Jim Dailing is known for his Stonesetting without Prongs course across the US. This time he will be teaching his live in-person version with the backdrop of the Italian countryside near the sea. This workshop is divided into 2 parts so stude...

04/19/2025

Why buy chasing tools when you can create your own? Learn how to make tools tailored to your hands and perfectly suited for your unique creations. Join me this May for my Toolmaking for Jewelers online class with Metalwerx!

Image Image Toolmaking for Jewelers Toolmaking is in essential part of many jewelry practices and studios. This two-day demo-focused virtual class is an introduction to working with tool steel and creating tools from scratch as well as modifying existing tools to either work better for you and your....

04/04/2025

Image Image Image Image Image Image Stone Settings without Prongs This demo-centered virtual course will focus on two distinct stone setting processes: bead setting and hammer setting on a thick walled tube. Starting with bead setting, the first session will guide students on how to expertly hold ...

03/30/2025

Dreaming of Italy on this rainy Sunday afternoon... Imagine learning the art of stone setting while soaking in the breathtaking landscapes, rich culture, and delicious Italian cuisine this July. Who’s ready to join me for an unforgettable learning experience in Italy? 🇮🇹✨. https://www.studiodimare.com/calendar/stone-setting-without-prongs-with-jim-dailing2025