Workbench Guide to Jewelry Techniques by Anastasia Young (2010, Hardcover)

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Remarkable cutting-edge pieces by jewelry makers and designers from around the world are used to illustrate the various processes involved in creating exceptional jewelry.

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Product Identifiers

PublisherPenguin Publishing Group
ISBN-101596681691
ISBN-139781596681699
eBay Product ID (ePID)78848589

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Book TitleWorkbench Guide to Jewelry Techniques
Number of Pages320 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2010
TopicTechniques / General, Reference, Jewelry
GenreArt, Crafts & Hobbies
AuthorAnastasia Young
FormatHardcover

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Item Height1.1 in
Item Weight49 Oz
Item Length10.2 in
Item Width8.7 in

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Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2009-041385
Reviews"A comprehensive bench reference full of tips, techniques and ideas for jewelry artists. This well illustrated book is a must-have volume for anyone interested in making jewelry using the traditional and modern methods." - Helen Driggs, Managing Editor, Lapidary Journal; Jewelry Artist "There is valuable knowledge to be found in this book. If you are building yourself a sold library of jewelry technique books, I recommend this addition." - Australian Beading, "A comprehensive bench reference full of tips, techniques and ideas for jewelry artists. This well illustrated book is a must-have volume for anyone interested in making jewelry using the traditional and modern methods." - Helen Driggs, Managing Editor, Lapidary Journal ; Jewelry Artist "There is valuable knowledge to be found in this book. If you are building yourself a sold library of jewelry technique books, I recommend this addition." - Australian Beading
Dewey Edition22
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Decimal739.27
SynopsisThis comprehensive and ambitious workshop reference for jewelers brings together a vast range of skills, techniques, and technical data into one volume. Offering detailed explanations and step-by-step photography to demonstrate procedures, this handbook includes a complete reference section featuring tool shapes, an index of gems, a glossary, standard sizes and measurements, conversion tables, and an extensive list of resources. Additionally, the manual offers a directory of tools and materials--including a key to identifying tools for a beginner's kit--a historical introduction to jewelry, and suggestions for photographing and promoting completed pieces. Remarkable cutting-edge pieces by jewelry makers and designers from around the world are used to illustrate the various processes involved in creating exceptional jewelry. Covering everything from traditional metalsmithing skills and using alternative materials, such as plastics and resin, to discussing issues involved with outsourcing work to specialist external suppliers, this is an indispensable and essential resource for both students and professionals., This comprehensive and ambitious workshop reference for jewelers brings together a vast range of skills, techniques, and technical data into one volume. Offering detailed explanations and step-by-step photography to demonstrate procedures, this handbook includes a complete reference section featuring tool shapes, an index of gems, a glossary, standard sizes and measurements, conversion tables, and an extensive list of resources. Additionally, the manual offers a directory of tools and materials—including a key to identifying tools for a beginner's kit"—a historical introduction to jewelry, and suggestions for photographing and promoting completed pieces. Remarkable cutting-edge pieces by jewelry makers and designers from around the world are used to illustrate the various processes involved in creating exceptional jewelry. Covering everything from traditional metalsmithing skills and using alternative materials, such as plastics and resin, to discussing issues involved with outsourcing work to specialist external suppliers, this is an indispensable and essential resource for both students and professionals., This comprehensive and ambitious workshop reference for jewelers brings together a vast range of skills, techniques, and technical data into one volume. Offering detailed explanations and step-by-step photography to demonstrate procedures, this handbook includes a complete reference section featuring tool shapes, an index of gems, a glossary, standard sizes and measurements, conversion tables, and an extensive list of resources. Additionally, the manual offers a directory of tools and materials--including a key to identifying tools for a "beginner's kit"--a historical introduction to jewelry, and suggestions for photographing and promoting completed pieces. Remarkable cutting-edge pieces by jewelry makers and designers from around the world are used to illustrate the various processes involved in creating exceptional jewelry. Covering everything from traditional metalsmithing skills and using alternative materials, such as plastics and resin, to discussing issues involved with outsourcing work to specialist external suppliers, this is an indispensable and essential resource for both students and professionals.
LC Classification NumberTT212.Y684 2009

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  • Good value

    Very good content, especially for a newcomer to making jewelry. Covers a lot of tools and techniques, but not in a lot of depth. Good to see what is involved and whether you want to find more info online or buy a more detailed book on that specific technique.

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  • Great Resource for me!

    It’s a very helpful, on target book that will be a terrific addition to my library of Jewelry Making reference materials!

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