Tube Setting Faceted Stones: No Pre-made Settings Allowed!

Learn how to set round faceted stones in a tube! Go from plain tubing (chenier) to a smooth, properly finished setting. It take a bit of practice to become proficient at tube-setting, so use CZs before you tackle more expensive stones. Enjoy!
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~Tools and Supplies~
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4mm orange CZ: bit.ly/2lrAEvh
Fine-silver heavy-wall tubing for 4mm stone: bit.ly/2m8OaUw
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[@novelstoo]

Thanks Annie. This is the best instruction for Tube setting that I have seen.

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

Wow! Thanks, Linda. That's a huge compliment.

[@nyetgale]

Thank you! Your instructions are clear and concise, and you show exactly what youre talking about as you go. Definitrly one of the better instructors (in any subject) ive seen online!

[@BassMistress-pz1fy]

This was so clear and easy to understand. I have found it impossible to watch a lot of people on this topic. Thanks so much!

[@UrBrother_711]

You are really great at teaching. Whatever you do , don’t stop making videos. We need more organized and professional tutorials such as yours

[@jamrockhondo891]

Thanks for sharing it's very interesting

[@leilahankinson4498]

OH my gosh goodness gracious, you are such a good instructor over video! I can't believe I stumbled onto this page. Thank you baby Jesus!!

[@kathystrittmater3112]

I just took a workshop this weekend and struggled with the setting and I wish I would have seen this video and not taken my workshop. Your video is just amazing and clear and concise instruction. Thank you so much.

[@PatrickPoet]

Just subscribed. There are SO MANY CHANNELS where the presenter has mad skills but they are horrible teachers. You are wonderful. Thanks. The biggest problem I see in some other channels is that they bla bla bla forever giving almost no content for a long time at the beginning and then when they finally start teaching something they become uncommunicative. It's especially frustrating when it is something I really want to learn and I _know_ that they know! They have the information! But all I get is bla bla bla about nothing for a long time and then a short fragmented uninformative tiny bit at the end. (Well sometimes they don't end after that they bla bla bla for awhile longer.) I only say this so I can express how wonderful it is to find your channel. You are amaze. Your content is actually full of useful content. I adore you. Thanks, lol!😋😎 You are as good as my fave, Andrew Berry

[@marymagdalene4046]

So helpful and thorough! Thank you!

[@tlojewelrylove]

This is an excellent demonstration!👍 Now I just need to find a ball and setting burr as well as a setting punch for setting 3mm stones without spending a fortune on a complete set. Thank you for this excellent tutorial!! 🙏🙂

[@tamaraadams9317]

This is an excellent demo, Annie! Thanks so much!!!

[@lokeshjain2329]

You are best teacher here.

[@khhuddoosssk7541]

Thank uuuu annie........ this is new idea............. simple & shortcut work........ 😍

[@sallysutherland3879]

How do you polish the inside of your bezel punches?

[@mariajones4371]

This is the clearest setting tutorial I have watched, could you please do a tutorial on flush settings?

[@elisazulueta9535]

Great job ❤

[@velafresh]

Great video, very informative and clear shots of everything, you should upload videos with different prong settings and polishing

[@nivelljewelry6091]

Fabulous, clear, detailed, step by step instructions. Truly the best I've ever seen. Thank you Annie!

[@jettevittrup9935]

Great video! This was so informative! You are such a good instructor and your camera angle was perfect. Thank you!

[@robertboatright2192]

I have watched several setting vids over the last few years and by far this is one of the best ones I have seen. Good job!

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

Thank you for the kind words, Robert! I'm glad you enjoyed it, and hope you picked up some tips and tricks. Happy making!

[@kate-ei3jz]

thats the tool I was looking for !! thank you so much!!

[@iguanabeadsiguanabeads7872]

Love your video it's quick and information also enjoy the music 😊 thank you!

[@flyingcheff]

Almost no rubberized abrasive wheels are not going to scratch a stone unless it's a very high Mohs #. This is misleading. Even a "pumice" (supposedly safe) scratches a stone. I have yet to find one that won't - and I have many many I've bought and tried based on erroneous suggestions... Do you have one what won't scratch? Thank you.

[@SpecialJCreations]

Just did my first tube setting after watching your amazing video. I watched it many times and took notes and then procrastinated for a long while but ultimately had wonderful success. Thank-you for sharing this with us. So clear and easy to follow. Cheers!

[@dr.carmencaltagirone5868]

Outstanding video. You speak with clarity and what you say makes a lot of sense. Thank you. I love the overall look of your earrings as well. Can you tell me what size is your square wire on which the bar sits on the tip? Thanks for sharing.

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Ditto. Perfectly explained and very well filmed and photographed. Everything covered. Well done. ! Dave

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

Thanks, Dave! I'm happy you enjoyed it...now I'm going to check out your channel. Cheers!

[@tammygurl64]

You've got skills! 👍 I wish I had space for a workshop. I've become fascinated with the idea of metal smithing and setting gemstones. So far I only do wire wrap but hope to up my game eventually. Thanks so much for sharing this tutorial! 😀

[@cpayne1757]

Nice have you ever made any tube set slider pendants? Would love to see a video.

[@stephanieflynn8053]

Your videos and tips are always extremely helpful. This is the most helpful instruction video on tube setting that I have seen.

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

Thanks, Stephanie! And, that's quite some praise...thanks!

[@djinman1837]

Hiya, Annie! I followed your straightforward instructions and got myself a sweet tube bezel setting! Yay! Thank you!!

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

Yay yay yay! That makes me so happy!

[@AbsentWithoutLeaving]

Clear, clean instructions, best I've seen on tube setting. Thanks, bookmarking for reference!

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

Thank you so much!

[@lindaspreen9150]

Great video

[@bradgrows]

Really great video. Very well spoken and clearly instructed.

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

Thanks, Bradley! I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@gryphongoldco.1175]

This is one of the best videos I've seen for setting tutorials! I'm curious, are the round brilliants going to be the only cut you can use in the tube settings? or is there a few others?

[@mikema9311]

Nicely done

[@charbraun4736]

Great video as usual, Annie!

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@leeannemesserschmidt731]

Thank You Annie ... excellent very clear instructions... this will help me out a lot !

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

Yay! You're very welcome!

[@djinman1837]

Thanks, Annie. I agree with Linda Lankford's and Bradley MacDonald's comments...an excellent instruction. Cheers!

[@melididou]

Hi Annie, what kind of burs would you use for a pear shape stone? Thank you!

[@tattoofthesun]

Yeah I don’t want to buy pre made tubes - thanks for showing this!

[@olegpetelevitch4443]

Me too !

[@pjwhaletail]

Thanks, Annie. New subscriber here! I often see folks recommend polishing tools before use but I have no idea how that's done or what to use. Suggestions? Thanks again for a great video.

[@countryfolkheart]

What a brilliant video! thank you.

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

You're welcome... glad you enjoyed it!

[@cathyenright9253]

Thanks so much! Great video. Very clear instructions. I'll give it a try!

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

You're welcome! I'd love to see what you come up with.

[@nellyjoyasdeplataypiedras]

I'm your new subscriber. Thanks a lot for the good information about setting stones. 💛

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

Thanks for subscribing! I'm glad I could help!

[@beverlytadeu6631]

thank you, annie. that was a great instructional video.

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

Thanks, Beverly!

[@tamaraadams9317]

Great video, Annie! Thank you for sharing and please keep making great videos!

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

Thank you! I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

[@Dzinebug]

Great tutorial! Thanks for sharing your process & tips 😊

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@heatherbrown1778]

Thanks for this video!! Can you tell me where you get your polishing wheels that are safe for stones? Everything I'm finding so far doesn't specify that and sounds like it would scratch.

[@alexandrevlaemynck9432]

hi, thank you, so much, for tips ;)

[@cuptonmillerlpnful]

Thanks Annie for the great video. Ive done tube settings in the past, but its been a while. Love your instruction on it. Ill have to try again now with one of my great Potter USA impression dies, or pancake dies.

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

You're welcome! 😍

[@olegpetelevitch4443]

Cool stuff !

[@lilianaherrerasygman4925]

fantastic tutorial. thank you

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

Liliana Herrera Thank you, Liliana! I'm happy you enjoyed it. Have a great day!

[@hellenscheffers661]

Thank you....great instruction now I can give it a try

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

You're welcome!

[@Kaz_81]

great video. thanks for the tips.

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

Thanks, Karen!

[@MadroneHumanRights]

Great video, thanks.

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

You're welcome...thanks for watching!

[@joannebartlett8157]

great job, great video. very clear instructions. Thanks for posting ;) subscribed to your channel!

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

Thanks, Joanne! I have so many more videos planned... :-)

[@janeberse6210]

What is the abrasive rubber wheel that doesn’t scratch the stone called ?

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

I use both of these products: www.riogrande.com/product/advantedge-silicone-polisher-pink-extra-fine/33266110 and www.riogrande.com/product/advantedge-pumice-wheel-medium/332722

[@cpayne1757]

Hi Annie - Is it possible to tumble a tube set CZ without scratching it...?

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

I don't recommend it. CZs are fairly hard, but they're also brittle and may be chipped during the tumbling process.

[@lisajacquemetton4706]

Do you cut your tubing with a saw? I am curious because getting the tube cut straight is difficult for me so any tricks or insight would be much appreciated. Thanks for the video! It’s great.

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

Hi, Lisa. Thank you! I do use my saw. Oftentimes, I'll hold the tube perpendicular to the edge of my bench pin and use the side of the bench pin as a guide, but in this video I use a miter jig (see 5:19) to ensure the cut is perfectly square. I line up the mark on my tubing, and cut the tubing with my saw (usually a 4/0 blade). Then, I use a cheap file to file the end of the tube while it's still in the jig. Don't use your good files; the jig will damage them. Good luck!

[@lisajacquemetton4706]

Annie Pennington Jewelry thank you, Annie. Crazy question. Do you turn hold the jig as is and saw that way, or hold the jig perpendicular to the bench pin. I’ve tried this method. It’s a little awkward for me. :)

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

Lisa Jacquemetton It's not just you... it's an awkward tool to use! I lay it flat on the bench pin, and saw away from me. Ideally, you'd mount it in a vise, but this method's worked for me so far.

[@bonniekyles579]

looked on Rio's site to see what's available for the stone setting sets. None of them had a great review. Would you share the source of your set?

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

I actually have one from Rio: www.riogrande.com/Product/Stone-Setting-System/118961 Many of the reviews are from people who tap the handle to set the stones, rather than press down with their hand. I exert far less pressure with my hand than I would if I hit the tool, so I haven't had any issues with the punch getting stuck in the handle. If you do want to strike the tool, don't use the handle, and just strike the back end of the punch. Also, the punches will need to be polished, or they'll mar your tubing. Best of luck!

[@nancygranberg2999]

What kind of camera are you using. Great video and very well explained as to what you are doing. My favorite so far. Do you know how to put crushed turquoise into a silver bracelet or ring. I need to learn so I can fix my moms bracelet. It's a lightening bolt filled with turquoise.

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

Hi, Nancy. Thanks for watching! I'm using the stock camera on my Samsung S6, so nothing fancy! I use a tripod and diffused light, but that's it. Unfortunately, I don't know much about stone inlay, though it's on my list of things to learn. I would suggest searching for lapidaries in your area, or looking up inlay artists online and reaching out to one of them. I'm sure someone can help you out with your mom's bracelet. Good luck!

[@gjk540]

What's wrong with cast tube settings?!

[@jps99]

What they said... well done!

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

Thank you!

[@MadroneHumanRights]

what wax do you use to pick up the stones?

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

I'm just using some beeswax leftover from when I did encaustic painting. But, I think most waxes would work; maybe break a small chunk off of a beeswax candle? I warm the wax a bit in my fingers before using it, just to make it extra sticky.

[@jettevittrup9935]

You are a great instructor! It was very informative and easy to follow, Thank you!

[@pattityk7879]

I purchased 4mm tubing, 4mm CZ’s... the crystals fall right thru the tubing? Help!

[@AnniePenningtonJewelry]

Hi Patti. My guess is that you purchased tubing that has an inside diameter (ID) of 4mm, rather than approximately 3.5mm ID. In order to have enough metal for the seat of the stone, you need an ID that's approx. .5mm smaller than the stone, and an outer diameter (OD) that's approx. .5mm larger than the stone. The tubing I used for this 4mm stone is linked in the description box.

[@pattityk7879]

Annie Pennington Jewelry you are correct, I purchased your recommendation... will let you know, Thanh you!

[@flyingcheff]

And how (please) do you polish an inside concave form? a Q-tip?

[@denisberezin642]

Что это ?????

[@ausrabernote5914]

🐝💤💫❤💥👍

[@pippinhillhaviland1147]

How do you know how far to drill down into the tube with the setting bur?