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.

A standard reference for beginning and advanced jewelry makers. Describes materials, tools, and basic techniques as transferring designs to metal, cutting, stamping, soldering, pickling, coloring, polishing, and applying fittings and findings. Hundreds of photos and drawings by various artists and their work included.

Stunning colorplates of glass, ceramics, wood, fiber, metal masterpieces; incomparable resource material.