Masterclass

Advanced Stone Setting: fishtail setting

With Scott McIntyre

 
 

Are you ready for your next jewellery making challenge?

Introducing the brand new Jewellers Masterclass from Jewellers Academy

A two month supported programme to learn to make and explore the world of fishtail setting with Scott McIntyre.

ENROLMENT IS NOW open

Introducing an exciting new online masterclass in advanced stone setting with master stone setter Scott McIntyre. 

Learn to create stunning jewellery designs with fishtail settings.

 
 

What is a Fishtail Stone Setting?

Also known as a French Pavé Setting, the Fishtail Setting is a combination of a castle setting and a pavé and has an elegant side profile that looks like fishtails. This is a very popular setting to master and really allows the gemstones to sparkle.

Key Dates

This masterclass will run live for two months with Q&A support sessions with Scott and a dedicated Facebook group to connect with other jewellers making at the same time as you, as well as mentors to support your learning. 

Course opens for enrolment: Tuesday 21st January 2025

Course start date: wednesday 5th February 2025

Live Sessions:

Please note all live sessions will be recorded and you can watch the replay if you can’t make it live. If you have questions for Scott you can also share them with us ahead of time for her to answer on the sessions.

These are the planned live session times:

Wed 12th Feb 2025 - 8pm (UK time)

Tues 11th March 2025 - 8pm (UK time)

Mon 7th April 2025 - 1pm (UK time)

(Please note: these are our expected dates but may be subject to change)

What You Will Learn

This masterclass is packed full of techniques including…

  • Preparing you metal for fishtail setting and which dimensions you will need for this setting.

  • Marking and drilling accurate neat holes and seats for your stone using a range of burrs

  • Creating the well known decorative fishtail-style engravings on the side of the settings

  • How to do this all by hand using a pendant motor, simple setting tools and gravers

  • In the circular project you will learn to mark out and set around a central setting.

  • A few different variations on these designs

  • Plus tons of hints and tips from everyones favourite stone setter Scott McIntyre along the way.

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join me for a live open day session all about the masterclasses

If you’re interested and would like to know more about the Masterclasses, who they are for, what you will learn, how they work, the tools and materials you need etc I’d love you to join me for a live open day.

When? 31st January 2025 at 1pm GMT UK time

Register on the button below to receive the link. Do register even if you can’t join me live to receive the replay via email.

How the online Training Works

We are professionals in online training for jewellers

Having run online programmes for jewellers for over 10 years, we are world-class leaders in this type of training. This is a cohort-based style learning in which you will work at your own pace through the course over the two months.

Alongside the professionally filmed videos there will be three live sessions with Scott to help you get any questions answered and learn more about the techniques you are learning as you work through the programme.

Who is the MASTERCLASS for?

The masterclass series is designed as a perfect follow on from the Advanced Jewellery Diploma and is aimed at advanced jewellers who are experienced in soldering, piercing, stone setting and polishing and finishing jewellery.

For the Fishtail Masterclass you need to have some experience of pavé setting.

The Full course package includes

  • Professionally filmed videos guiding you through every stage of the process which you can watch anytime (time zone is not an issue)

  • 3 x Live Zoom Q&A sessions with the tutor to get you the support you need

  • Exclusive access to the Masterclass Facebook Group to share your weekly progress and gain feedback 24/7

  • Ongoing access to the masterclass video lessons. Go back to them anytime you want

 

Meet YOUR MENTOR:

scott mcintyre

 
 
 

Scott McIntyre is a Master Goldsmith and Founding Director of Vanilla Ink Jewellery School & Studios. With over 25 years of experience in the jewellery industry, there isn’t much Scott doesn’t know! After years of working as a jeweller in high-end workshops across Scotland’s Central Belt, he found his calling as a naturally gifted tutor.

Scott is a thorough, deliberate and professional tutor.

Scott is the author of the very popular book ‘Stone Setting’ - so who better to teach you!

 
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Course Fees

COURSE FEE: £399

 

OR Buy the Bundle & save £400!

ALL THREE MASTERCLASSES: £797

(SAVE £400)

or

Spread the cost of the Masterclass bundle with a payment plan

10 monthly payments of £80 per month

for the masterclass bundle of 3 masterclasses



Get the year of Masterclasses which includes Fishtail Setting with Scott McIntyre, Making a Tiara Wedding Ring with April Dace and Decorative Collets with Anelia Kuprina - Listed price £1197 - save £400 with the bundle.

WE can’t wait to see what you make!

If you have any questions about the masterclasses or need any support making a decision, feel free to email us at contact@jewellersacademy.com

 

FAQs

What are my options?

You have two options for enrolling on this Masterclass.

  1. Enrol on the Fishtail Stone Setting Masterclass starting on 5th February 2025 and running with live support for 2 months. If you just want this course only, this is the link you need to enrol

  2. Enrol on the Masterclass Bundle which gives you three Jewellers Masterclasses. You will start with Fishtail Stone Setting on 5th February 2025, then do Tiara Wedding band starting in April 2025 and finally Decorative Collets starting in October 2025. When you purchase the bundle of Masterclasses you save money. With this option you can choose to pay in full or spread the cost over 8 months. If you would like to sign up for the three course bundle, this is the link you need

What tools and materials do I need?

The tools and materials list is available to download now on the button below.