Practical Casting: A Studio Reference, Revised Edition

by Tim McCreight

This informative and practical book covers a wide range of small scale casting techniques, from cuttlefish to contemporary lost wax casting. It has become the established textbook on the subject in universities and craft programs around the world. Now in a new, lay-flat, hardcover binding.

Genres: Nonfiction, Reference, Art, Jewellery

Hardcover

First published January 1, 1986

Reviews

[Ligaya]

This is a good introduction to casting for jewelry makers. I only had (easy) access to this 1986 edition, not realizing that it was updated. The author assumes some knowledge of metalworking and model making. Drawings are hand done and some could illustrate the processes better.

[Coger Ethan]

My friend in materials engineering said this was pretty comprehensive and it worked for pewter.

[andrew moquin]

Good Read for Beginners

The author is passionate about the craft, it shows in his writing. I enjoyed it and as a newbie to precious metal casting this was a good place to start.

[James]

This has a fair amount of information on making wax masters, burning out investment (hi temp plaster) and some low tech approaches for casting small non-ferrous parts. I payed $8.70 for my copy many years back. A very good introduction to various aspects of casting.