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.
Jewelry Making: Techniques for Metal by Tim McCreight Easy-to-follow instructions and carefully executed illustrations describe tools and techniques, use of gems and enamels, wire inlay, casting, and other topics. 72 line illustrations and diagrams.
The Jewelry Repair Manual by R. Allen Hardy Clear, step-by-step directions for cleaning and repairing jewelry, and setting stones. Tools and equipment, ultrasonics, steaming, electroplating, more. 268 illustrations.
Making Bead Jewelry and Decorative Accessories by Virginia Nathanson Seventy-five projects — from gleaming bracelets and vests that look expensive (but aren't) to miniature animals and a cornucopia of beaded vegetables. More than 210 illustrations.
