Silversmithing for Jewellery Makers is a comprehensive examination of all the techniques, surface treatments, and innovations used by silver jewellery makers. Unlike more general silversmithing books that also include silver ornaments, this book places a strong emphasis on the information that is relevant to jewellery makers, giving them all they need to know about working with this unique and versatile material. It takes the reader through the basic skills as well as specialist techniques and treatments for silver jewellery making. Traditional techniques such as filigree are examined alongside contemporary designs that marry metals and mix materials to create unique textures and surfaces. This authoritative and lusciously illustrated book offers a comprehensive and inspirational insight into the art and craft of silver jewellery making for today's artisan. Profiles of contemporary practitioners punctuate every section along with galleries that show a range of finished works. Packed with instructional information and inspiration this book is aimed at the range of home-crafters and the Etsy.com market as well as professional jewelry makers who are looking for a more detailed insight into working with silver. The comprehensive resource section details the practicalities of learning about and selling jewelry in the contemporary accessories market. Silver is easy to work with, affordable, and results in elegant, stylish jewellery that is above the level of the more crafty beads-and-colored-stones style of jewellery making. Being versatile and malleable means this is a material that jewellery makers can experiment with and also use with a combination of other materials to create unique, stylish, and highly sophisticated looking jewellery. Silversmithing and jewellery courses alike are highly subscribed, and barring a highly respected 30 year old title, no other book adequately addresses silver jewellery -making techniques for the modern maker. The majority of silversmithing books focus on ornaments and include a lot of information that is not relevant to the jewellery maker, and there is a distinct gap in the market for this contemporary appraisal of the craft. With its comprehensive range of techniques and inspiration Silversmithing for Jewellery Makers is a must-have for all levels of jewellery makers and designers and guarantees a strong position on the backlist.
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"London-based jewelry designer and teacher Bone introduces jewelry makers to the art and science of silversmithing in this collection of step-by-step tutorials on a variety of intermediate to advanced metalworking techniques. The coverage is extensive, including sections on texturing, etching, stone setting, and filigree. A brief explanation of silversmithing tools and materials is provided. Even if the idea of silversmithing is outside your jewelry-making comfort zone, the inspiration in this book is priceless." - "Library Journal" A comprehensive guide to working with silver, this is aimed at people who are serious about making jewellery. It takes the reader through the basic skills as well as specialist techniques and treatments, combining traditional methods alongside contemporary designs. Beautifully illustrated, the book also includes trouble-shooting tips, useful information on tools, equipment and best practice, plus profiles of contemporary practitioners.-Craft Focus Every few years a new jewellery manual is published, with varying degrees of accuracy, range and interest. This is a good one by a respected and experienced maker. The 'silversmithing' of the title is more the American 'metalsmithing' sense of manipulating silver, rather than raising bowls and forging spoons (although raising and forging are covered briefly). The book is aimed at an international market with sheet thickness given in gauge and millimetres, and an international ring size chart. Silver is very much the subject; apart from the section on married metals, no other materials are included, and there is nothing on colour beyond patination. This is not a lack, though - the book concentrates firmly on its promise of techniques for silver, and does this very well. The subject matter is comprehensive, with excellent coverage from forming and shaping to a host of surface techniques via chains, findings and casting. This is a good solid compendium for both beginners and jewellers looking to increase their range of techniques. Recommended as a modern staple.-Findings
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Elizabeth Bone is an established jeweler who has been practicing for close to twenty years, specializing in working with silver with oxidized or gold-plated details. Elizabeth is a tutor at the London Jewelry School as well as visiting lecturer for other courses. Her work has been featured in a number of publications including Marie Claire, New Directions in Jewelry, 500 Earrings, and The Metalsmith's Book of Boxes and Lockets.
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This is a stylish book with excellent content. It is a pleasure to look at and to use. This book takes you through basic, surface and specialist techniques. The processes are comprehensive and thoroughly explained. In addition there are also tutorials explaining the process through step by step written and photographic instructions. The book explains traditional processes and also includes metal clay. The book profiles six makers. In section two, you'll find materials, tools and resources. This is the best jewellery book I have seen - it's a real tour de force, suitable for anyone interested in making silver jewellery. The American cover is shown here, the English book 'for jewellery makers' is reviewed here. This review first appeared on Karen Platt's yarnsandfabrics blog
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By Delaney
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I think this is an excellent book. I am learning silversmithing at an intermediate standard and this book covers all of the skills I have learned at my classes but goes further with each than my tutors ever did, plus lots of extra very helpful tips, clearly written instructions, excellent colour illlustrations, and some excellent ideas for projects as well. It might not be for a really experienced silversmither but for my level, for beginners and for revision/reminding/extending I would highly recommended it. I just love it!
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The best book I've come across for beginners. A great cross section of techniques for anyone with minimal skill to read and try.
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Very good book
Very good book if you start like me the silversmithing tehnique. Some very good projects and explanations. Definetely worth it!
Published 9 days ago by dey-odri
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Beautiful designs and how to
I loved the designs and discovering the endless possibilities with precious metals, so inspiring!! The only downside would be the lack of detail for the 'how to' parts. Read more
Published 26 days ago by Mrs T Lock
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Fantastic Book
The content is easy to follow and the pictures are fantastic.
It has given me lots of inspiration to get making more jewellery!
It has given me lots of inspiration to get making more jewellery!
Published 1 month ago by Claire
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Very informative
This book was well worth the money, it gave me new tips on silversmithing and I have so many more projects to tackle having bought this lovely book
Published 2 months ago by Chelle
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Great book
This is exactly what I was looking for. The basics of silversmithing and clear descriptions with photos that go along with them. Read more
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Silversmithing for Jewelry Makers by Elizabeth Bone
present for silversmithing enthusiast who really likes it, reviewed it first in local bookstore and was impressed by the format and pictures
Published 3 months ago by Joyce Mace
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Beautiful book
If you are thinking about attending jewellery course then this book really gives a great insight. Very clearly written with great images. I highly recommend it.
Published 3 months ago by M. DEFEO
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useful overview
This book is a good overview for someone looking for a reminder of techniques or perhaps some suggestions. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Sophie.C
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Great projects for a beginner.
This book arrived promptly and in an excellent condition. Many useful projects aimed at building on silversmithing skills and exploring different techniques.
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Silversmithing for jewelry makers
I saw this book promoted at a fair last year the front cover made me want to pre order it as the designs on the cover look fantastic, However when I got the book I was disapointed... Read more
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