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DIY Gem Cutting & Jewelry Making

  • Clearwater Nature Center 11401 Thrift Road Clinton, MD, 20735 United States (map)

Interested in creating your own handcrafted gemstone jewelry? Learn the basics of gem cutting as you transform rough stone into a polished cabochon, a gemstone commonly used in jewelry. Using professional lapidary equipment, you’ll shape, grind, and polish your own one-of-a-kind piece.

What to Bring:

  • Safety glasses

  • Bag lunch and drink

  • Clothes that can get wet or oily

  • Optional: apron to protect clothing

Later Event: November 7
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