5 Stone Cutting Techniques and Projects

The first question every lapidary, budding or experienced, must ask himself/herself is, "What's the best way to cut this stone?" Our new stone-cutting eBook helps you answer that question and many others. The projects and tips in it will help you master various rock-cutting techniques and uncover the beauty in any type of stone. You'll learn techniques for slabbing gem rough in preparation for beautiful cabochons, plus all about the wheels and polishing compounds used in the cabbing process. Learn dopping tips, how to set up lapidary saws, and even the stone-cutting sequences for a unique faceted oval gem cut. The free eBook also includes instructions for cutting and creating a gem mosaic inlay and how to work that piece into inlaid jewelry.

What's Included:

• How to Dop and Cut a Cabochon
• How to Cut Rough Rock
• How to Facet Citrine Rough
• How to Inlay Stones
• How to Make a Rock Slab