The Encyclopedia of Jewelery Making Techniques
By Jinks McGrath
From Enamelling and Engraving to Inlay and Granulation
Softcover: 128 pages
An indispensable reference for jewelers, designers, students and anyone working with base and precious metals, this complete guide to the tools, materials, and techniques for creating beautifully decorative finishes for jewellery.
Clear step-by-step photographs and instructions for key surface and decorative techniques enable you to achieve a wide range of spectacular effects.
Discover how to apply gold foil, produce elaborate etchings and engravings, and create contrasting patterns with layered metals and inlays.
Illustrated samples demonstrate all the possible variations, with practical advice on how to achieve each finish. includes essential safety information.
Inspirational showcases of work by professional jewellers demonstrate how the different methods can be used to create stunning finished pieces.