Make Your Own Silver Jewellery

Make Your Own Silver Jewellery
Author: Monica Weber-Butler
Publisher: White Owl
Total Pages: 359
Release: 2021-11-30
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1526780577

“[A] precise and comprehensive debut, a guide to using silver metal clay . . . those serious about silver need look no further.” —Publishers Weekly This book will show you how to create silver jewellery using everyday tools, easy to obtain materials and following simple step-by-step instructions. You will explore the amazing possibilities that the combination of silver metal clay and traditional silversmithing techniques has to offer, and will learn basic aspects of design in order to develop your own unique style. You will be able to create silver pieces which capture and celebrate nature by the inclusion of botanical details, or create graceful pieces with echoes from history; you can create contemporary pieces or add a touch of whimsy to your designs. Whether you favour traditional or modern designs, when you make your own silver jewellery, the possibilities are endless. The book is full of easy to follow projects, with photographs, detailed instructions and inspiring examples. Working with silver has never been so easy! “Essential reading for anyone who wants to get involved in crafting silver jewellery.” —Books Monthly

Silver Jewellery Making

Silver Jewellery Making
Author: Machi de Waard
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2021-03-02
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1782217355

"...one of the most comprehensive beginner’s guides to jewelry silversmithing available." BOOKLIST 2/1/21 Silver Jewellery Making is a practical beginners' guide to making silver jewelry, with step-by-step projects guiding the reader through seven projects. The projects are designed to help the reader gain skills and techniques and eventually progress to making their own designs. The seven tried-and-tested projects have been developed by Janet over forty years of teaching and have been honed to develop readers' skills in a practical, doable order. The emphasis is on teaching good practice and acquiring the basic techniques and skills to give the reader a solid basis for developing their jewelry-making capabilities. Tools will be introduced for each individual project, and their uses and correct handling explained. Troubleshooting tips explain how to overcome common problems that may arise. At the conclusion of each project, there will be examples of how the skills gained can be used to make other items. The book is for those who wish to start jewelry making either on their own or as a supplement to beginners' classes.

Clean My Space

Clean My Space
Author: Melissa Maker
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 218
Release: 2017-03-07
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 0735214670

The wildly popular YouTube star behind Clean My Space presents the breakthrough solution to cleaning better with less effort Melissa Maker is beloved by fans all over the world for her completely re-engineered approach to cleaning. As the dynamic new authority on home and living, Melissa knows that to invest any of our precious time in cleaning, we need to see big, long-lasting results. So, she developed her method to help us get the most out of our effort and keep our homes fresh and welcoming every day. In her long-awaited debut book, she shares her revolutionary 3-step solution: • Identify the most important areas (MIAs) in your home that need attention • Select the proper products, tools, and techniques (PTT) for the job • Implement these new cleaning routines so that they stick Clean My Space takes the chore out of cleaning with Melissa’s incredible tips and cleaning hacks (the power of pretreating!) her lightning fast 5-10 minute “express clean” routines for every room when time is tightest, and her techniques for cleaning even the most daunting places and spaces. And a big bonus: Melissa gives guidance on the best non-toxic, eco-conscious cleaning products and offers natural cleaning solution recipes you can make at home using essential oils to soothe and refresh. With Melissa’s simple groundbreaking method you can truly live in a cleaner, more cheerful, and calming home all the time.

Jewelry Making Manual

Jewelry Making Manual
Author: Sylvia Wicks
Publisher:
Total Pages: 184
Release: 1990
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN:

Clear, easy-to-follow descriptions of basic and advanced techniques, principles of good design, new developments.

Professional Goldsmithing:A Contemporary Guide to Traditional Jewelry Techniques

Professional Goldsmithing:A Contemporary Guide to Traditional Jewelry Techniques
Author: Alan Revere
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 248
Release: 1991-06-06
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN:

"The book examines a series of practical goldsmithing projects, each of which has been successfully completed by student goldsmiths using its instructions ... The creation of rings, chains, bracelets, earrings, and clasps, the use of specialized tools, as well as hand positions, movements, and technical data are described in lucid text and demonstrated with an abundance of detailed color photos"--Cover.

Jewelry Concepts & Technology

Jewelry Concepts & Technology
Author: Oppi Untracht
Publisher: Doubleday
Total Pages: 2225
Release: 2011-01-26
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0307784118

The definitive reference for jewelry makers of all levels of ability--a complete, profusely illustrated guide to design, materials, and techniques, as well as a fascinating exploration of jewelry-making throughout history.

How to Create Your Own Jewelry Line

How to Create Your Own Jewelry Line
Author: Emilie Shapiro
Publisher: Union Square + ORM
Total Pages: 313
Release: 2018-04-13
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1454710853

A successful jewelry designer offers a practical guide to starting your business, selling your creations, and building your brand. To develop a successful jewelry line, designers have to be more than just creative artists—they have to understand the ins and outs of running a crafts business. Emilie Shapiro’s detailed guide explores the many facets of creating a quality handmade collection that people will buy, including: where to sell your work how to do small-scale production how to carry out market research and publicity how to price and present your pieces for greatest effect, and much more Includes photos

The Complete Book of Jewelry Making

The Complete Book of Jewelry Making
Author: Carles Codina
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 168
Release: 2006
Genre: Jewellery making
ISBN: 1579903045

An illustrated introduction to the art of making jewelry, providing a review of metallurgy, describing basic and advanced techniques, examining various surfaces, and including step-by-step instructions for several projects.

Making Metal Jewelry

Making Metal Jewelry
Author: Joanna Gollberg
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 116
Release: 2006
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781579908126

"Make elegant imaginative jewelry by learning easy ways to join metal that don't require a solder or a torch."--From publisher description.

Silversmithing for Jewelry Makers

Silversmithing for Jewelry Makers
Author: Elizabeth Bone
Publisher: Interweave
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012-01-03
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781596684997

Your expert techniques with a silver lining! A comprehensive guide, Silversmithing for Jewelry Makers details techniques, surface treatments, and innovations specifically designed for all jewelry makers working in silver, and especially focuses on the needs and interests relevant to metal-jewelry artisans. Explore basic skills as well as specialist techniques, including filigree, chasing, annealing, engraving, etching, casting, and much more. Plus, profiles of contemporary practitioners are included in every section, along with galleries illustrating a range of beautifully crafted finished works. The handy resource section also features a how-to for selling jewelry in the contemporary accessories market. Experienced jewelry makers interested in either exploring silver for the first time or taking their silver jewelry to the next level will love this harmonious marriage between expert silversmithing advice and a jewelry artisan sensibility.