How to Make a DIY Faux "Diamond" Ring by Denise Mathew

[@hollyinhell]

Thank you Denise. I really love your videos, you have taught me a lot. I appreciate how easy going and down to earth you are. Hope you are doing well.

[@rebeccasmith4075]

I really love and admire your tutorials. Thanks for your time and kindness.

[@mama7464s]

Thank you for this tutorial! I've been wanting to learn how to do a setting for a stone, rather than being limited to beads and shank buttons. And it's so simple, but elegant looking!💍

[@amberm2777]

LOVE this. I've been searching for a classy elegant ring design to set and emerald in for my grandmother and this is the ONE. I usually do large elaborate rings but that's just not her style. Also going to make the matching pendant, thank you soooo much ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@bonniekonjevich7574]

THIS IS WHAT i HAVE BEEN SEARCHING FOR...have lone cz and a few in. of wire. You articulate well! Thanks!

[@lynettemckone918]

She clearly said it was a "diamond- like" stone right at the beginning, and then referred to it thereafter as a cubic zirconia or zirconia, great vid, thank you for sharing.

[@sheiclackum5482]

Thanks so much for posting this! It's beautiful and looks so easy to make, but elegant.

[@sandramccormick8326]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! I have quite a few rhinestones that I just had no idea as to how to set them, now I know! brilliant!

[@DeniseMathew]

+Sandra McCormick good idea!

[@bonniekonjevich7574]

HAVE BEEN HANGING ONTO A 2 CARAT CZ. It will be a real accomplishment for me to make a ring as you have. It is even, perfect, and does not involve the micro-engineered weaving, which my fingers/damaged.wrist cannot do. Even if several wires are damaged, each time wire wrapping is done, it is better with experience. Bless you and THANKS!

[@DeniseMathew]

+Bonnie Konjevich glad you liked it ! I’m not very adept at wire weaving so I like to avoid projects that are too complicated. Good luck with your ring 😊

[@Coral256]

Thank you for this Denise. My mother gave me a loose peridot (her birthstone) before age passed away. I've kept it for 8 years because I wasn't sure what I was going to make with it. Thanks to you, I think I'll make a pendant. Fantastic tutorial ☺.

[@DeniseMathew]

+Coral Blandin that's a beautiful idea and a great way to remember her😊

[@lucz1554]

that came out so gorgeous thanks for sharing.I've had a cubic stone for years now I could try that.I'm so happy.👍 yes!

[@annleavitt8323]

I saw this and instantly thought, "I can make this today...I have everything I need to make this today for my daughter!" thank you!! you are a genius....

[@WornAgain]

Thank you! This is a simple technic I can use for all my loose CZ's. Love how you use one piece of wire and 2 tools. Looking forward to trying this out today!

[@annettechurch5965]

Just beautiful. It reminds me of building a suspension bridge. Bravo! 💛

[@pdelmercado]

That is beautiful and simple. I love it, and I have a lot of chatons to use.

[@DeniseMathew]

+Patricia DelMercado thanks 😊

[@polishtalkplus2751]

Great video!! I have some Swarovski crystals and a loose citrine stone I will try and make into this ring design!! Thank you!!

[@wendywendy7940]

Brilliant love it I've got a stone like that and been thinking what to do with it so thank you so much for your time and videos

[@carolinachavezchavez3555]

Gracias! Tenia dias buscando un tutorial que me gustara. Este se me hizo bello y sencillo. Gracias!

[@elizabethcarpentier7533]

Very pretty! And diferent 👍 Thank you for sharing! Blessings!🙌

[@DeniseMathew]

+Elizabeth Carpentier thanks!

[@markgoodger4478]

fantastic video and such a beautiful project!

[@bonniekonjevich7574]

Love this. Needed are some teen gifts. UNIQUE and made with generosity.

[@DeniseMathew]

+Bonnie Konjevich glad you liked it 😊

[@bonniekonjevich7574]

Glad you were born because you make the world a happier place!

[@DeniseMathew]

+Bonnie Konjevich 😊

[@yollyhsieh6678]

thank you for sharing this tutorial ring 💍

[@tammygurl64]

I'm so excited it worked! I wish I could show you. LOL! 😄 I got my Oval CZ's on Sat and used this tutorial as a guide to make dangle earrings with a bezel setting. It took me hours and they're not perfect (I'm my worst critic!) but I'm very pleased with them! 😊 An oval mandrel would've been better but my idea of using both tips of my round nose pliers worked out ok for making the oval bezel. Btw, the Xuron flush cutters you recommended are fantastic! 👍 Also, I gave you a shout-out and shared this tutorial on my Facebook page when I posted my pics. Thanks a million for the inspiration and knowledge! 😊

[@DeniseMathew]

That’s so amazing, so happy it worked out. I’d love to see it, if you can inbox me a picture at [e-mail] or a link to facebook, I would really appreciate it. In fact I plan on asking people for their pictures of projects they have done so I can do a montage and celebration of everyone’s hard work. Your success and many others in conquering projects that they felt daunting is really why I do what I do. 😊

[@dianedoonan8903]

Wonderful tutorial. Thank you!!

[@francineschmidt7593]

I made this ring, the other day, wow! Looked good! I would like to know, how you would have 2 "diamonds"? How would you do this ring, with 2 stones? I would like to see tutorial, for a 1/4" band with a weaving pattern? I have enjoyed the tutorials, that everyone has done! Thank you, Francine

[@valhadfield6563]

Thank you, I am definitely going to give this a try. Blessings

[@wafaaasaad7110]

Thank you for sharing such a perfect work

[@echoandmeaservicedogslife3300]

very cool idea Denise I would have never thought of that like I said you are one heck of a designer 😘

[@DeniseMathew]

+Coleen Taylor you're kind, but I have a lot of inspiring people out there giving me sparks of inspiration 😊

[@lauraaqui219]

I really like this method it's a great technique it's one I haven't seen before, but it's really good, I will try this and I will be telling my friends to watch this and sharing your video with them, a great video tutorial, thank so much for sharing this I learned so much from you, and this will definitely help my wire jewelry making practice, rings and cabachon settings are my weakest areas of practice, I would love to see more of your videos of rings and or how to make wire cabachon settings, please, thank you. Laura in uk

[@stlounsbury]

THAT was an amazing video! Thank you so much, I’m going to give it a try.

[@christinevitanovitz1616]

You are just so clever! So glad I found your channel!

[@yasnayani6970]

Beautiful ring I love❤ it!👍👍👍😊

[@paperbeadmagic]

This is brilliant, thank you so much ❤

[@diannas-mysticspirit]

Wow! That looks amazing! Thank you ~

[@harpersmythe658]

Very pretty ring. Tfs 😊

[@DeniseMathew]

+Harper Smythe 😊

[@lolabennion4382]

Thank you!!! I have wondered how to do that!!

[@tapestrygaldesigns5049]

I came across this video by chance (don't really believe in chance), this morning. A previous neighbor dropped off a rectangular shaped emerald with similar base and wanted me to do a wire wrap ring for her. I have been staring at it for a few days wondering what the heck I was going to do with it. I am going to attempt to do rectangle top and then follow your instructions for the rest. Wish me luck. BTW, open to suggestions on how to do the rectangle. Video looks very doable.

[@DeniseMathew]

+TapestryGal Designs good luck, I'm sure it will come out amazing 😊

[@juliocesargarciaaldana2256]

Gracias Denise aprendi mucho.

[@halirn]

So pretty. Let's see if my lack of coordination gets in the way:)

[@ghosthunterchris8423]

Awesome i always was wondering how to create a setting like this!! Have you worked with tear drop shapped stones? I have faceted Amethyst gems and would love to see a turtorial on that kinda shape!! Thank you!! ❤❤❤

[@faneshbhaisare9709]

Simple work

[@es5605]

very nice! thank you!!

[@cynthiakirkland518]

as usual, you're awesome 😃

[@DeniseMathew]

+Cynthia Kirkland ☺️

[@tammygurl64]

Omg... I love this! It's so pretty and you make it look so easy. I'm now definitely inspired! An added bonus is that only one size wire is needed (cost efficient). I might actually be able to do this. What type of metal are you using? When you resize, are you stretching the wire by tapping downward on the thingy (mandrel?)? Thanks you so much for this tutorial. Have a blessed day! ☺

[@DeniseMathew]

I usually use 20-22 gauge gold or silver plated copper wire as they it is reasonably priced and gives good results, I like Beadsmith wire quite a lot but there are many wires out there that will work well. Yes, to wire harden the ring tap straight down (your hammer isn’t angled) against the mandrel and when trying to size up you can angle you hammer slightly and hammer the ring downwards allowing it to stretch to the size you want. This usually only works when you want to size up by 1/2 to 1 size. Hope this helps and thanks so much for you kind words I really appreciate your feedback 😊

[@tammygurl64]

Denise Mathew. So sorry for the delayed response. Thank you so much for your advise on the wire types and sizing. I've watched this video MANY times now and I think I'm ready to order some CZ's. ☺ I absolutely love this ring! 💕💕💕 Thank you again! 😀

[@painting55]

Denise, why do you put your finger over the back of the ring to point to it? I can't see the final look.

[@claireb8342]

is that a sterling silver wire? or just non tarnish wire? i don't know which wire i gotta get. can u help me ;-)

[@DeniseMathew]

A non tarnish wire that’s “dead soft” or very malleable will work. I like Beadsmith brand wire. Hope this helps.😊

[@coachbadr4242]

I like your work thks for sharing

[@tammygurl64]

Hi Denise, I lack experience but I'm curious if it's possible to do this ring with a blue CZ on each side of the clear CZ? Or, would the extra stones not be conducive to this style? Thanks! ☺

[@DeniseMathew]

It might be a bit complicated to add 2 extra stones but it doesn’t hurt to try, I would do the center as normal then wrap the wires around the mandrel once then do 2 more coils like the center, set the stones then continue making the ring. You will need to start with a lot more wire I think. Good luck, would love to hear how it works out 😊

[@tammygurl64]

@@DeniseMathew I absolutely LOVE this tutorial as well as your new tutorial with prongs. Now that I've had about 3 months working with wire amd have a better understanding of wire jewelry, I've tossed out the idea of additional stones! LOL! I think I will try to make a set like this with earrings, pendant, and a ring when I get some CZ's. You really do know how to turn wire and glass into elegance. Please don't ever stop creating your videos. You are such an inspiration! 🙂

[@sandie157]

Thanks that was great.

[@dianeibarra6839]

Gorgeous....

[@gtavglamour7108]

Hi wondering on how to do the necklace version

[@alidalavezzari4103]

Useful. I wanted find a sistem for cz without glu. Thankyou.

[@eyeonart6865]

I would love this using moissinate stone.

[@TheReeW]

Can this be done with a larger stone.?

[@DeniseMathew]

Yes, absolutely, as long as it’s a similar style and shape, Swarovski chatons in any size would work well, or even a cubic zirconia 😊

[@gwenwerner8795]

Thank you

[@karengill6214]

A lovely basic idea and very pretty as a beginner i think i can do this one. Can i ask please what kind of price would u sell a ring like this for? I make jewellery to sell for cancer fundraising

[@DeniseMathew]

+Karen Gill it's difficult to give you a specific price because there are so many factors, materials used, how long it takes, buyers, how many other sellers, how unique your product is based on other sellers, but what I take into consideration when pricing my jewelry is the cost of the materials used, the time it took to make it (you should think of an hourly rate for the time that feels right) and also the buyers you intend to sell to and what their price point is. Based on the fact that it's a fundraiser for cancer you might be able to raise the price a little higher too, but make sure it's not so high that people can't buy it. Hope this helps and good luck 😊

[@karengill6214]

Denise Mathew Thank you very much i appreciate your time to reply and it will be helpful.

[@noristar2011]

Guys that stone isn't a diamond Denise Mathew left me a link it is a chaton crystal

[@alaraalara6784]

Perfect.. °°°°°

[@drenprovence988]

Love it

[@noristar2011]

From where you get the diamonds

[@DeniseMathew]

+Mohamm4d Gamer I used cubic zirconias in the project, sorry but I don't know where to get loose diamonds. If you're looking for cubic zirconias Artbeads.com sell them, here's a link if you're interested www.artbeads.com/cz-0004.html hope this helps 😊

[@tmross4]

riogrande.com sells loose diamonds, but you have to have some kind of jewelers license in order to buy them. They also sell feceted gems, both real and lab created, cabochens, and beads.

[@Randomness_Avenue]

Where did you get the stones from?

[@DeniseMathew]

artbeads.com

[@KatyLiedToMe]

Thanks for muting the sound when you hammer

[@mariaantonietaalvarezlopez2224]

muyyy bonito☺☺☺☺

[@deepamohan8833]

Hiii.... Where do we buy those Stones ?

[@DeniseMathew]

All the links for the suppliers of the stones are in the drop down menu, hope this helps.

[@fuzzylimefairy]

Nice ring... but you should use nylon coated tools so the wires don't get so chopped and scraped up.

[@marthacanepa9936]

Lindo 👍❤️

[@lonabcreations2575]

I love all of your videos Denise. You make it so simple for all of us to follow. I do have one favor to ask..... word whiskers such as: you know, you see, etc drive me crazy and is a distraction for me. You say OK a lot during your instructions and you may not realize it. I love your tone of voice and your delivery and I'm not trying to be negative but since I would like to totally enjoy your videos, I just thought I would bring it to your attention.

[@annleavitt8323]

Denise....don't change a thing...you are perfect as you are

[@tammygurl64]

ann leavitt. @Ann Leavitt - I totally agree with you, Ann Leavitt! ☺ Denise is awesome to take the time out of her life to share and teach us. It can be a lot of work creating video tutorials.

[@debbiegoble9836]

Thanks I have a pearl I'm going to try to make a ring for my daughter.

[@rosieseaglas3889]

fantastic ar you from abruzzo maiby

[@Coral256]

*she

[@lonabcreations2575]

I love all of your videos Denise. you make it so simple for all of us to follow. I do have one favor to ask..... word whiskers such as: you know, you see, etc drive me crazy and is a distraction for me. You say OK a lot during your instructions and I don't think you realize it. I love your tone of voice and your delivery and I'm not trying to be negative but since I would like to totally enjoy your videos, I just thought I would bring it to your attention.