Jewellery has been worn throughout the world for centuries by a multitude of the world's cultures. It reflects our moods, our style and tastes, complements our clothes and adorns our bodies. The Jewellery Making Handbook is an inspirational and practical craft book, drawing on the creativity and skills of four experienced jewellers. Dozens of projects are divided into four sections - Wire; Sheet Metal; Beads, shells and stones; and Mixed media - using semiprecious and everyday materials to stunning effect.
The Jewellery Making Handbook has a detailed section on materials and techniques, followed by projects that produce stylish and wearable pieces of jewellery for all occasions. The projects range from sophisticated and elegant to more quirky and fun ideas. Beautifully illustrated throughout, this book provides you with an opportunity to put your creative talents to work, and to make stylish and professional-looking jewellery. truly a book of jewellery for everyone.
Sharon McSwiney established her workshop in the historic Jewellery Quarte of Birmingham in 1990, where she now creates jewellery and handmade cards. Penny Williams set up her own workshop after completing her degree in Jewellery Design, and has been making and selling pieces for more than ten years. Claire C Davies is a designer, metalsmith and part-time university lecturer in Metalwork and Jewellery Making. Jennie Davies completed her Masters at the UCE School of Jewellery and now runs her own business, designing and making jewellery and greetings cards.
Title: Jewellery Making Handbook
Author: McSwiney, Sharon,Williams, Penny,Davies, Claire C.,Davies, Jennie
ISBN: 9781844483068
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Publisher: Search Press Ltd
Publication Date: 2008-01-22
Number of Pages: 192
Weight: 0.5218 kg
June 08
This is an inspirational and practical guide with dozens of step-by-step projects for all occasions, ranging from sophisticated and elegant to quirky and fun. Four sections are included covering wire; sheet metal; beads, shells and stones plus mixed media using semi-precious and everyday materials to stunning effect. Beautifully illustrated throughout, this book provides you with all you need to know to make stylish and professional-looking jewellery. The brooches, pins, bangles, bracelets, necklaces and earrings will suit every age group and taste.
Jewellery has been worn throughout the world for centuries by a multitude of the world's cultures. It reflects our moods, our style and tastes, complements our clothes and adorns our bodies. The Jewellery Making Handbook draws on the creativity and skills of four experienced jewellers. There’s a detailed section on materials and techniques, followed by projects that produce stylish and wearable pieces of jewellery for all occasions. The projects range from sophisticated and elegant to more quirky and fun ideas. Beautifully illustrated throughout, this book provides you with an opportunity to put your creative talents to work and to make stylish and professional-looking jewellery. It’s truly a book of jewellery for everyone.
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