Geometric Bezels: Pendant Edition with Baleigh Acebo. March 15 from 9:30-5:30

Dive into the art of precision metalsmithing in this intensive 1-day workshop focused on creating a geometric bezel pendant. We will demystify the process of working with complex stone shapes, giving you the confidence to handle a variety of unique materials. Perfect for intermediate metalsmiths or ambitious beginners, this class goes beyond the basics to ensure your bezels are not only secure but also aesthetically flawless.

You will learn:

• Perfect Bezel Forming: Learn the crucial techniques for accurately measuring, cutting, and shaping bezels for both standard geometric (e.g., squares, triangles, rectangles) and irregular freeform cabochon stones. We will focus on achieving sharp corners and flush seams.
• Advanced Fabrication Techniques: Explore the specific methods required to build a sturdy and clean pendant foundation, including cutting jump rings, fabricating backplates, and creating supportive walls.
• Soldering Mastery & Troubleshooting: Get professional tips and tricks for successful soldering
• The Art of Setting Points: Receive a focused introduction to the essential technique of securely and beautifully setting stones with sharp points or delicate corners. Learn the right tools and pressure to safely close the bezel around your unique stone.

Details:

• Sunday, March 15 from 9:30-5:30
• 8 contact hours, ages 14+ located at 100 E. Cleveland St. Lafayette CO
• # students: 3 minimum, 6 maximum
• Tools are provided
• Materials kit fee is $80-$100 depending on the stone of your choice, and the fee includes stone and metal to complete your pendant. Chain is not included. Chains are for sale at the store for an additional charge.  Fee is due at the beginning of class and is paid directly to the instructor via cash, check, or Venmo.
• Prerequisite: Metals 1 and Metals 2 (or Beginning Metalsmithing class, which is Metals 1 and 2 combined).

The last day to cancel for a refund or credit ($25 transfer fee applies) is January 15, 2026. Because this is a Master Series workshop, there are no exceptions to this rule.

By registering for this workshop, you agree to our cancellation policy, dress code, and studio rules.

About the instructor, Baleigh Acebo

Tinkering with craft and jewelry began for Baleigh Acebo as a wee adolescent, growing up in the lush green mountains of Vermont. After pursuing a BFA in Creative Writing she realized she had made a terrible mistake on a very expensive education, because what she wanted to do was work with her hands.  She then enrolled in the North Bennet Street School’s Jewelry Making & Repair program in Bahston, MA and everything was good again. Baleigh was technically trained to craft her own tools, fabricate intricate pieces from scratch, handset diamonds & precious gems and repair fine jewelry.

As a process jeweler, Baleigh is turned on from the problem solving involved in designing intricate pieces and setting weird stones.  Her work employs bold colors, clean lines and lots of geometry.

Baleigh can be found teaching super fun and awesome metalsmithing and stone setting workshops in Colorado and across the US.  She works out of her home studio in Denver, Colorado that she shares with her talented hubs Alex Boyd, along with their 3 adorable floofs.