BOOKS

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61. The Encyclopedia of Jewelry Making Techniques

by Jinks Mcgarth

From simple techniques for bending or knitting wire to elaborate creations of gold and diamonds, this book describes all the essential skills needed to create your own jewelry. An A to Z visual directory details more than 40 crafting techniques. Each method is explained and illustrated through elaborate step-by-step photos and text.

66. Wolf’s Precision Wax Carvers book

by Kate Wolf

Discover the techniques of wax carving using the “wicked sharp” tools by Kate Wolf. Read about the diverse methods of how to modify and finish a carving. Includes projects on carving and bezel setting.

61-1122 (Hardcover – 176 pages)

61-1132

(Softcover – 24 pages)

62. The Theory & Practice of Goldsmithing

by Dr. Erhard Brepohl

The book (translated from the popular German edition) is an important resource for jewelers, sculptors and others involved in small scale metalwork. Contains chapters on metal, studio chemistry, handworking skills, machine tools, settings, findings and repair work.

67. Modeling in Wax For Jewelry

and Sculpture (Second Edition) by Lawrence Kallenberg

This recently updated book on waxwork is extensive and complete. It covers the whole range of topics for sculpting in wax and casting in metal. Detailed drawings provide a helpful reference for the beginner and the advanced modelmaker.

61-1123

63. The Metalsmith’s Book of Boxes and Lockets

by Tim McCreight

Introduces a variety of metalworking techniques for box construction, hinges and closing devices. Detailed demonstration photos and expert instructions prepare the metalworker for the challenge of designing his own boxes. Displays gorgeous metal containers from top artists in the field. Perfect for the novice or experienced metalsmith.

(Hardcover – 536 pages)

61- 1127 (Softcover – 252 pages) by Carles Codina

68. Goldsmithing & Silver Work

Goldsmithing and silver work are the time-honored techniques for making jewelry, as well as other exquisite decorative items. Experience the pleasure of crafting with these precious metals, and of using your creativity and skills to produce objects of great beauty. Hundreds of color photographs illustrate the procedures in rich detail, and display a breathtaking assortment of pieces by talented artist, Munsteiner, considered the best gem cutter in the world-makes this sourcebook invaluable! all in color.

61- 1124 (Hardcover – 144 pages)

61-1129

(Hardcover – 160 pages)

64. Metal Corrugation

by Patricia McAleer

A required reference for texture lovers, enamelists, glass fusing artists and those working with precious metal clay. A completely new and quick way to create intense surface textures using sheet, strip and wire. Utilizing a variety of tools and techniques. Construction methods are discussed along with instructions on how to create surface textures on die and fold formed elements. Over 280 full color photographs.

69. 500 Earrings: New Directions in Contemporary Jewelry

by Lark

Poring through the beautiful images in this exquisite gallery of earrings is like stepping inside a jewelry store filled with remarkable pieces from the finest contemporary jewelers. Juried by award-winning designer Alan Revere, the earrings range from the classic to the avant-garde, and come from an international array of artists, including Cynthia Eid, Rachelle Thiewes, and Jeff and Susan Wise. everyone who appreciates fine craftsmanship will enjoy this collection.

61-1125

(Softcover – 148 pages)

61-1130

(Softcover – 405 pages)

65. Wax and Casting

by Roger Armstrong

A Notebook of Jewelry Design and Technique

Explores jewelry design and techniques in an informal easy-to-follow notebook format. Contains instructions with black & white illustrations covering a wide variety of wax and casting techniques.

70. Metal Embossing Workshop

by Magdalena S. Muldoon ; Mickey Baskett

61-1126

(Hardcover – 186 pages)

It’s simple to create intricate designs on metal—and impart luster, radiance, and dimension—with the centuries-old art of embossing. This in-depth workshop, packed with closeup images and instructional photos, explains it all: tracing and transferring patterns, cutting designs from the metal and attaching them to a surface, filling in, adding color and patina, finishing and varnishing, and texturizing.

61-1131

(Hardcover – 125 pages)

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