Jewelry Making: Techniques for Metal

by Tim McCreight

In this profusely illustrated guide, professional metalsmith and teacher Tim McCreight describes various methods for creating modern and classic forms of jewelry from precious metals. Easy-to-follow instructions and more than 70 carefully executed illustrations and diagrams enable the reader to learn the basics of this age-old art form and to fashion beautiful and lasting decorative accessories.
Beginning with the fundamentals, the author discusses tools and techniques, the use of gems and enamels, and procedures such as wire inlay and casting. Although written for beginners, the book is not limited to a discussion of the basics of jewelry making. Designed to serve as a hand reference, the text will complement other works on the history of metalwork , contemporary jewelry making, and design. A practical how-to book for hobbyists as well as professionals, this thorough and clearly written guide belongs in every metal workshop and craft center.

Genres: Jewellery Making, Reference, Jewellery

176 pages, Paperback

First published February 28, 2005

Reviews

[Dana · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is by the same author as the Complete Metalsmith Guide and like some of his other books, this is like an extension of that guide. All of the things taught in this book are cover in the guide but go more in depth. I choose this book especially for the section on gem stones and stone settings, I know in the jewelry class I'll be student teaching in in the fall cover stone setting. Like most of McCreight's book, this comes with step by step instructions as well as pictures that demonstrate the written directions. Students will be able to see new and different settings and different ways to incorporate them in their work.