Fold forming is a creative and dynamic way to manipulate metal. This practical guide explains the process, starting with simple line folds and showing how a few techniques can reveal the rich potential of the method. Written for jewellers and metalsmiths, it goes on to explore the many beautiful ways in which fold forming can be used to distort and shape metal to incredible effect. It introduces the concept of fold forming by exploring different methods and types of single folds; it covers how to create multiple folds in sheet metal using hammers and then the rolling mill to forge folds; it explains how microfolding is particularly suited to jewellery and smallwork, and can be used to strengthen thin material. Finally, it encourages interpretation, experimentation and development of the techniques to produce original pieces.

Features and reviews in Making Jewellery, The Jeweller magazine, Crafts and Craft & Design magazines. Reviews in Bead & Jeweller and Crafts Beautiful.

About the Author
Louise Mary Muttitt is a designer silversmith who works in south Derbyshire, where she continues to develop her unique style of fold forming. Louise also teaches jewellery and silversmithing classes. She has also written Making Silver Jewellery for Crowood.


Book Information
ISBN 9781785002724
Author Louise Mary Muttitt
Format Paperback
Page Count 96
Imprint The Crowood Press Ltd
Publisher The Crowood Press Ltd
Weight(grams) 249g
Dimensions(mm) 242mm * 172mm * 8mm