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Lapidary 101

When
Sat, August 29, 2026
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location
Lapidary Shop
Spaces left
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Registration

Non-member - Community Supported 64 – $98.00
$96 (registration) + $2 (materials fee)
Non-member - Community Supported 80 – $122.00
$122 (registration) + $2 (materials fee)
Non-member - Standard – $152.00
$150 (registration) + $2 (materials fee)
TCM Member - Community Supported 64 – $50.00
$48 (registration) + $2 (materials fee)
TCM Member - Community Supported 80 – $62.00
$60 (registration) + $2 (materials fee)
TCM Member - Standard – $77.00
$75 (registration) + $2 (materials fee)

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Lapidary 101 is an introductory course that will familiarize you to the lapidary equipment and techniques for working with stones.

Class Description

This is a beginner-friendly course that will teach you how to effectively use the equipment in the lapidary studio. This will cover things to look for when selecting a rock for performing lapidary work on; using templates to fit a stone to a particular shape; and the steps to cut, grind, and polish a stone to final finish. You will leave the class with a foundational knowledge of the tools available in the studio and a finished piece of stonework.

Experience Level

No experience required.

Tools Covered

You will learn skills with the slabbing saw, band saw, drill press, cabochon grinding wheel, and the grinding/polishing wheel system. You will also be skilled in using templates to create specifically shaped pieces that can later be used in jewelry settings.

What to Bring

Eyewear and an apron are recommended, but both can be provided by the studio.