Metalworking for jewelry: Tools, materials, techniques

Tim McCreight is the author of many highly regarded books on jewelry and metalsmithing, characterized by a writing style that makes the subject easy to understand -perfect for both novice craftsmen and professionals alike. In "Metalworking For Jewelry", the author discusses all the metals available today - gold, sterling, silver, copper, and platinum - and their melting points, malleability, and other vital characteristics. With a fascinating variety of approaches to modern and classic forms of jewelry, this book shows how to form exquisite original designs in precious metals. From basic cutting and joining to more involved operations, this extremely thorough approach presents the "how" and the "why" of all the basic techniquies and includes detailed tables and formulas. Full-page illustrations of jewelry made by students and craftspeople demonstrate the variety of techniques and put the basics at your fingertips. In-depth explanations of advanced techniques allow the intermediate craftsperson to progress to more sophisticated skills in casting, inlay, and stone setting.