“CrossGems for Rhino – Jewellery CAD Training for Beginners“ is conducted in a classroom environment (4-8 people) via a data-projector. Training is 7-hours per day (14-hours total). This is the best option for beginners as we cover most functions including some of the more advanced commands, and we work through tutorials and exercises.
Unlock the Power of 3D Design—Faster and Smarter
Our training classes are built to eliminate the steep learning curve & help jewellers get up and running quickly with CAD software. You’ll learn how to design jewellery in 3D with ease—and produce pieces ready to cast in precious metals like gold or platinum.
Don’t have any prior CAD experience? No problem. This course is tailored for beginners. As long as you’re comfortable navigating the Windows environment, you’re ready to start.
If you’ve ever tried using Rhino, you know the struggle: even designing a basic ring band or a simple prong setting can feel like a battle.
Why is that? Because Rhino was built for everything—from boat building to architecture—not specifically for jewellery. It lacks the intuitive tools jewellers need to create core elements like solitaire rings, bezels, eternity bands, & halos.
That’s why jewellery-specific plugins exist. But top-tier tools like MatrixGold can cost nearly US$7,900—an unrealistic price for many small studios, students, or independent designers. CrossGems changes that.
It’s affordable—less than 1/3 the cost of MatrixGold—and packed with powerful builders and design tools that simplify and accelerate your entire workflow.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to design smarter & faster, this is your chance to take your craft to the next level.
Do I have to buy any Software?
No. You can attend our training without purchasing any software. You can install a 30-Day trial version of CrossGems software. It is a full functioning version that you can use for the training, and then you have a few months to use and practice in your own time. If you already have Rhino 6, that’s great, if not, you can download a 90-day trial from the link below:
https://www.rhino3d.com/download/rhino-for-windows/evaluation
You will also need to install the 30-day trial of CrossGems software which you can do so from HERE.
Do I need a computer?
Yes. You will require your own laptop running Windows 10 or 11, and an Nvidia graphics card is recommended but not mandatory. Attendees should be comfortable in the Microsoft Windows Environment. Students with Apple notebooks (non M1, M3, etc) will require Windows installed via Boot Camp. If you do not have a laptop, we can supply one at $45 per day but we do have limited numbers.
How much does the course cost?
COST: $790 inc.gst (min 4 / max 8 people)
Training Dates
So what exactly will I learn over the 2-days training?
We will walk through making at least 12 designs over the 2-day as well as covering many tools and tips.
Day 1
- What is CrossGems?
- Introduction to the CrossGems Interface
- Basic commands – my first model
- Ring Builder Tutorial – 3 x basic wedders
- Bezel set ring
- Head (Claw) Builder
- Eternity ring
- Channel set ring
- Hoop Earrings with stones
- STL Tools (for creating 3D prints of your jewellery)
- Signet Ring with initials
- Text on a ring
Day 2
- Prong Builder
- Dynamic Polar Array
- Halo Ring
- Double Halo Ring
- Cross-Over Ring with channel set stones
- 3-Stone ring (trinity Ring)
- By-Pass Ring
- Rendering your designs in 3D
- Calculating metal weights
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About your Trainer
Rik Juod has been teaching Rhino 3D CAD software to jewellery students since 2004. Over that period he has trained hundreds of students; from teenagers through to bench jewellers in their 60’s. He is also a jewellery designer based in Sydney, Australia.
