An easy-to-follow introduction to creating jewelry from silver, copper, iron, and other common metals. Simple diagrams, lists of tools, and clear explanations of basic processes — plus a healthy dose of encouragement and inspiration — make it easy to fashion bracelets, brooches, buttons, ... read more
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An easy-to-follow introduction to creating jewelry from silver, copper, iron, and other common metals. Simple diagrams, lists of tools, and clear explanations of basic processes — plus a healthy dose of encouragement and inspiration — make it easy to fashion bracelets, brooches, buttons, charms, necklaces, rings, and more. Features over 400 illustrations.
Reprint of the D. Van Nostrand Company, Inc., Princeton, 1957 edition.
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