Compendium of Jewellery Making Techniques : 250 Tips, Techniques and Trade Secrets

This book packs in the combined wisdom of two writer-educators who are consummate problem solvers when it comes to jewellery making. Together they show the reader how to fix common screw-ups, try out new creative techniques, get more skilled at familiar methods, improvise tools and discover ways to save money, such as recycling gold and other precious metal scraps. From beading to setting a stone, understanding annealing to soldering your own silver chain, you can riffle through the book, experimenting with new innovations to create your unique jewellery designs. Packed with over 200 expert fixes, insider tips, and tricks of the trade, content is arranged by topic to enable any jewellery maker to achieve a striking and professional look to their earrings, necklaces, rings, and more. A must-have for anyone who makes their own jewellery, whether at beginner or intermediate level.Author: Withers, Sara,author,Arnold, Xuella,author Contributors: Withers, Sara,author,Arnold, Xuella,author Binding: paperback Number Of Pages: 160 Publication Date: Release Date: Languages: English,Published,English,Original Language,Englis Model: Published/Release Date: 2 Oct 2013 Format: Paperback / softback Publisher/Studio/Brand: Search Press Ltd Author/Director/Artist: Sara Withers Dimension (cm): 246x190x11 mm Package Dimension (cm): 10x245x191 mm Item Weight (g): 1050 Package Weight (g): 505