With beautiful illustrations and step-by-step instructions, this how-to book includes all the techniques involved in crafting metal jewelry, including:-Cutting and filing-Cold connections-Soldering-Texturing-Forging and forming-Setting stones-Applying specialty finishesThe books clear organization provides easy access to information with straightforward directions and hundreds of full-color photos. Youll also find easy projects for trying the techniques, as well as a stunning gallery of metal jewelry pieces by experienced designers. Find beautiful jewelry examples and gain skills and inspiration with The Complete Photo Guide to Making Metal Jewelry!

About the Author
John Sartin designs stunning, unique handmade jewelry in gold, silver, copper, brass, and precious and semi-precious gemstones. His jewelry has appeared on the cover and in the pages of Lapidary Journal, and he has also been published in Art Jewelry magazine and other Lark publications. He has won numerous awards for his designs. He lives in Albuquerque, NM. Visit him online at http://www.johnsartindesigns.com.


Book Information
ISBN 9781589237360
Author John Sartin
Format Paperback
Page Count 224
Imprint Creative Publishing International, US
Publisher Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc
Weight(grams) 880g