The freeform wire cabochon bezel begins by setting the stone in a classic-looking woven bezel. This plain bezel looks great and would make a beautiful bezel on its own, but embellishing that woven base structure creates an interesting, personalized style. Skill Level: Intermediate.
Required Materials: Soft wire, cabochon, beads. See project for complete list.
Tools Needed: Hard wire, pliers, ring clamp, tape measure. See project for complete list.
Techniques Used: Wirework
Originally Published: Step by Step Wire Jewelry, Summer Preview 2007