Masterclass

 

Advanced Stone Setting: tiara wedding ring

With april dace

 
 

Please note, the Masterclasses series is run live and the next intake for this course will start in April 2026. If you would like to be informed when the Masterclasses open for enrolment, add your email address on the button below:


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 tiara wedding rings with April Dace.

Introducing an exciting new online masterclass in advanced stone setting with expert goldsmith April Dace. 

Learn to create stunning tiara wedding rings.

April will guide you through the process of making two styles of tiara wedding rings - collet set and claw set. Covering each process step by step for selecting the right stones, measuring and shaping, setting the stones and everything in between.

This masterclass is designed for those ready for a real advanced stone setting challenge.

 
 

Key Dates

 

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

This course will run from April 2026.

What You Will Learn

 
 
 

Collet set tiara wedding ring

This Masterclass is packed full of techniques including …

  • Creating a 3 stone collet set tiara wedding ring

  • Creating a 5 stone claw set tiara wedding ring

  • Shaping the tiara wedding ring around another ring

  • Setting your stones

 
 

Claw set tiara wedding ring

 

ABOUT THE JEWELLERS MASTERCLASSES WITH JEWELLERS ACADEMY

The Jewellers Masterclasses is a series of three masterclasses designed with advanced level jewellers in mind. They are aimed at graduates of our Advanced Jewellery Diploma or those at an equivalent skill level.

You can choose to take one of the Masterclasses or enrol on the bundle of three and save.

watch the open day session for the masterclasses

If you’re interested and would like to know more, watch the open day where I talked about all of the projects in detail.

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 Anelia 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?

These masterclasses are a perfect follow on from the Advanced Jewellery Diploma and are aimed at advanced jewellers who are experienced in soldering, piercing, stone setting and polishing and finishing jewellery.

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:

April dace

 
 
 

April is a jewellery designer, maker and repairer based in Norfolk. After 4 years studying jewellery at university and 5 years working in jewellery workshops around East Anglia, April took the leap to become her own boss working on her bespoke jewellery business, April Dace Jewellery back in 2020, and she’s never looked back!

She runs her bespoke jewellery business, April Dace Jewellery, from her home studio and workshop in Norfolk, designing and making jewellery to commission in gold, silver, platinum and gemstones in all manner of styles to suit her clients requirements. She also carries out repairs and makes jewellery part-time at a local jewellers.

 
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Course Fees

Note: we are currently closed for enrolment. Pricing is for the 2025 intake and may change for 2026.

COURSE FEE: £399

OR Buy the Bundle & save

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 Tiara Wedding Rings with April Dace, Decorative Collets with Anelia Kuprina and Fishtail Setting with Scott McIntyre - 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

 

What tools and materials do I need?

Click the button below to download the tools and materials lists for the Tiara Wedding Ring Masterclass.