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The Metalsmith's Book of Boxes & Lockets
Introduces metalworking techniques such as how to create hinges and catches
Custom Knifemaking
Ten projects will teach beginners how to cut, shape, heat, treat, and finish a knife.
Jewelry
In logical progression, Jewelry: Fundamentals of Metalsmithing examines the basic techniques of this ancient and accessible craft: fabricating, surface treatments, joining, finishing, stone setting, chain making, mechanisms, and casting. It is illustrated throughout with clear demonstration photos, Mr. McCreight's beautifully rendered drawings, and examples of exceptional contemporary jewelry. This relaxed yet thorough introduction to the skills of metalworking is a fully revised, expanded and updated edition of Tim McCreight's popular guide for novice metalworkers. As both a fresh presentation of fundamental techniques and a portfolio of the finest contemporary design, Jewelry: Fundamentals of Metalsmithing is an instant classic in its own right.
Design Language
In this unique volume, teacher and designer Tim McCreight has collected sixty words that show up frequently when we discuss the artifacts in our world. Gorgeous objects and images are shown along with commentary on the concepts of design. The premise of the book, made plain in worlds and pictures, is that design is not something reserved for art students, but a part of the experience of being human.
The Theory and Practice of Goldsmithing
Since its initial appearance in 1961, Theorie und Praxis des Goldschmieds has become a standard for training goldsmiths and professional workshop practice, and is here translated from the 1994 edition. It discusses materials, basic techniques and tools, and such specific techniques as joining and pl
Metals Technic
This unique collection gathers the experience of a dozen leaders of fine metalsmithing, each writing about a technique of special expertise. From techniques as ancient as granulation and depletion gilding, to the latest word in foldforming and anticlastic raising, "Metals Technic" is a valuable addition to the literature of jewelrymaking.
The Syntax of Objects
By what code do objects connect with us, embrace us, refute us, and in the end, inform us? From this question, the author reaches into her personal life to search for those universal moments where the teacups and trinkets of our lives linger.
Precious Metal Clay Techniques
Precious metal clay is a synthetic material developed by Mitsubishi that is increasingly becoming popular with both jewellers and potters. Silver is held in a clay-like suspension. The material can be shaped or attached to other materials as required. When the material is fired, the water in the suspension burns off and a solid silver object remains. The result is that this material is proving to be a useful technique for those working both in jewellery and mixed media areas. This title showcases the work of some of the world's leading practitioners using this material.
Practical Casting
Expanded edition of this excellent textbook about lost wax models, investing, burnout and other procedures. Clear descriptions with hundreds of drawings of small scale casting.
Hot and Cold Connections for Jewellers
A bench reference for all jewellers. Discusses various ways of joining parts, and contains all you need to know about practical joining.
