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Return Policies

Please read carefully before purchasing:

One-of-a-Kind Items
Returns are not accepted for one of a kind, ready-to-ship items, including cases where the incorrect size is purchased. Once a ring leaves the studio, I am unable to resell it at full price, so returns for change of mind cannot be accommodated.

Custom Orders
Please note that all custom orders are final. No refunds will be issued if the buyer is unhappy with the final result of a custom ring or if the ring does not fit properly due to an incorrect size provided by the buyer.

Defects and Issues
If you receive an item with defects or issues, please notify me within 24 hours of delivery. I will work with you to arrange a suitable resolution, which may include an exchange, refund or credit.

Gift Vouchers
Gift vouchers are non-refundable and cannot be returned.

Tools and Equipment
There is a 24 hour return policy from the receipt of goods for tools and equipment, allowing for an exchange if defects are found. Change of mind returns are not accepted.

Wax and Gemstones
No refunds or returns are accepted for wax or gemstones.

Digital Products
Digital products are non-refundable.

THE LOST WAX PROCESS

in 5 steps

  • Sculpt & carve your design out of jeweller wax.
  • Send your wax model to a casting house.
  • The casting house pours the metal for you.
  • Receive your raw metal designs.
  • Clean, polish, and set any stones.

Casting Houses: Transforming Wax into Metal

HOW IT WORKS

  • A wax design is placed into a casting flask.
  • Investment is poured into the flask & hardens around the wax.
  • The flask is heated to melt and remove the wax, leaving a cavity that’s an exact replica of the model.
  • Molten metal (silver, gold, brass, bronze) is poured into the cavity to form the final design.
  • You’ll receive raw castings, remove any leftover sprues, then tidy, sand, and polish - all the fun stuff that makes your piece unique!

TWO STAGES OF THE

LOST WAX PROCESS

  • Stage One: Sculpt and carve your wax design.
  • Stage Two: Refine, polish, and finish your metal piece.

In the Lost Wax course, you’ll be guided through both stages: creating your wax model and then refining it once you receive it back from casting.

You can practice crafting your wax models without worrying about casting them in metal until you’re confident. This means you only need to purchase wax sculpting tools for now, and you can buy your metal refining tools later.

What You Need to Get Started

Beginner Tools for Lost Wax Carving

Your collection of tools will grow over time, along with your skill level. If you're eager to start sculpting and making models right away, you can begin with just the basics. Alternatively, you can buy a starter kit that includes all the tools you need to kickstart your craft.

THE BASICS:

  • Mandrel
  • Jewellers Wax
  • Ring Sizer
  • Soldering Iron
  • Tape
  • Craft Knife
  • Files

Download Complete Lost Wax Tool List Here

BECOME A LOST WAX JEWELLER

ENROL TODAY

  • Beginner Friendly
  • 100% Online Training
  • Worldwide Access
  • Learn at Your Own Pace
  • Easy-to-Follow
  • Relaxed Style Tutorials
  • Community Support (Optional)

GET INSTANT ACCESS!

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