Knowledge Base

Everything you need to know about diamond setting.

Technique guides, career insight, equipment reviews, and honest industry commentary — written by a setter who's worked at the highest level.

Precision diamond setting close-up
Career
From Novice to Pro: Igniting Your Diamond Setting Career

The path from complete beginner to working professional isn't as mysterious as the industry makes it seem. Here's what actually separates the setters who make it from those who plateau — and how to make sure you're on the right side of that line.

July 2023·8 min read
Micro setting diamonds in fine jewellery
Industry
The Rise of Micro-Setting: Diamond Setting School Career Opportunities

Why the most specialised skill in fine jewellery is suddenly everywhere — and what it means for your career. The houses that once kept micro setting a mystery are now desperate for trained setters. Here's why now is the best time to learn.

July 2023·6 min read
Essential tools for diamond setting
Guide
Diamond Setting School: The Essential Equipment Guide

Every tool you actually need — and the ones you don't. Jargon cleared, genuine recommendations made. This is the list I wish someone had handed me on day one, without the paid placements or the filler.

July 2023·5 min read
Student jewellery setting work
Stories
Diamond Setting School Success Stories

What happens when the knowledge is finally accessible to everyone? Real students, real transformations. From hobbyists who became professionals to bench setters who finally broke into elite houses — these are the stories that make this work matter.

July 2023·4 min read
Growing a jewellery business on social media
Business
How I Grew a 70,000 Audience in 1 Year — Why You Need to Be Creating Short-Form Video Content for Your Jewellery Business

Short-form video completely changed my business. Not as a vanity play — as a genuine lead generator and community builder. This is the exact strategy that took me from 0 to 70k, and why every jewellery business should be paying attention right now.

March 2023·7 min read