Jewelry artists will enjoy a collection of new, less-common weaves and challenging projects that will inspire and educate. Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book. She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics: methods for closing a weave, working with micro rings, working large scale, and using alternative materials in weaves. The book is then divided into 4 sections, each devoted to...
Metalsmith Society’s Guide to Jewellery Making is the ultimate handbook to get you started on your jewellery-making journey. Corkie Bolton, jeweller extraordinaire and founder of Metalsmith Society, has compiled the ultimate compendium on the craft for beginners. You’ll get a deep dive into indispensable tools and materials needed to create a well-rounded workspace. Corkie also answers every question you might have about essential yet tricky-to-master techniques such as sawing, stamping and anne...
Enamels have fascinated the world for centuries and have been enjoying a resurgence since the 1960s. This book looks at how such stunning effects are achieved from the inspiration of design through the intricacies of the process to the skills of firing. Topics covered include an introduction of the enamels and the precious metals used for enamelling; the details and alternative approaches to champleve, cloisonne, plique a jour and other techniques; and the work of leading enamellers, including J...
Expert Bezel Forming Settings for a Variety of Cabochon and Faceted Gem Shapes with Stakes and Mandrels DVD
Join master metalsmith and toolmaker Bill Fretz in 7 watch-and-learn lessons for everything you need to know to create a precise bezel setting using simple miniature mandrels and stakes with a planishing hammer. Boost your jewelry-making skills with how-tos for setting different stone shapes including round, oval, modified rectangles, and freeform. Get an inside look at expert techniques for incorporating faceted gemstones, cabochons, carved stones, or sentimental pieces including pottery shards...
Danish Chairs is the only book to survey the innovative, prolific output of Denmark''s design elite durin g the years when they turned again and again to the chair. E ach style is shown, accompanied by technical details and not es about the designer. '
With more than 50 projects to choose from, this is a great idea book for the beginning to advanced wirework enthusiast. Readers will find fresh, creative ideas for using wire, as well as clear instructions for basic elements in wire design. Author Jane Davis begins with simple projects, such as an open spiral bracclet, and then progresses to more advanced variations by adding beads and construction details for more elaborate projects, like a hinged box with ornate decorative elements. She demons...
A comprehensive guide to engineering materials used in the workshop, for processes such as milling, welding, and lathe and bench-work. Designed for the general enthusiast or amateur engineer, Engineering Materials provides in-depth information on the functions and limitations of commonly used metals, and valuable advice on material selection. With detailed diagrams and photographs throughout, the book covers: a history of engineering materials, and the forming and behaviour of a range of ferro...
Artist Brandon Holschuh walks you through planning your work space, selecting tools and materials, mastering basic metalwork techniques, and applying your new skills to twenty original pieces. In addition, "The Jeweler's Studio Handbook" encourages novel design, good organization, and fearless experimentation, ensuring it will remain an invaluable resource for jewelry artists for years to come. This book: invites you into the world of the home jewelry artist, from workbench to gallery; teaches f...
Pure Silver Metal Clay Beads (Jewelry Arts Workshop)
by Linda Kaye-Moses
Featuring 450 full-color photos and 241 of the world’s foremost narrative jewelry makers, this book showcases the best of what today's makers, ranging from newly graduated students to the luminaries of the jewelry world, have to offer us: jewelry that's designed to evoke a range of thoughts and feelings. Do you have a piece of jewelry that offers a story? What story does the jewelry we own or desire tell? Why are you attracted to some pieces, but repelled by others? The answers unfold in t...
Learn how to make necklaces, bracelets and earrings that will perfectly match your outfits and be the envy of all your friends! Using wire, beads and basic knitting, crochet and twisting techniques, this is the perfect introduction for anyone keen on making their own jewelry. Each project is illustrated with clear step-by-step pictures to guide you through the process, and all techniques needed are clearly explained, meaning you can pick up the book and get started straight away.
Following the success of her first book, Simple Soldering, Kate Ferrant Richbourg walks kitchen table metalsmiths through the basics and into new territory! In addition to teaching the essentials of soldering, Metalsmithing Made Easy demystifies rotary tools and introduces different kinds of hotter small-space torches. In her signature friendly, easy-to-follow style, Kate lays out a lesson plan of techniques to help readers gain familiarity with soldering tools and methods. In the chapter "The...
Nancy Alden, jewellery designer and cofounder of the famed Beadworks bead stores, shows you the secrets to making gold and silver jewellery worthy of Tiffany or Bergdorf Goodman - but with a personal touch and at a fraction of the jewellery store's price. For beginners as well as more experienced jewellery-makers, "Simply Silver, Simply Gold" walks you through 50 projects for making gold and silver necklaces, bracelets, earrings and more with silver and gold beads, crystals and gems. Once you ha...
Written for the general reader as well as for collectors and students of furniture design, this is an outline of the development of furniture styles from ancient Egypt to the present day, describing what was made in each period, how it was made, and the social and economic conditions affecting its design and production. The author also discusses techniques such as joining, turning, veneering and marquetry, polishing, upholstery, bentwood and lamination. Many examples are shown in the drawings by...