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The Encyclopedia of Jewelry-Making Techniques: A Comprehensive Visual Guide to Traditional and Contemporary Techniques (Hardcover)

by Jinks McGrath (Author) "THE FIRST SECTION OF THIS BOOK looks at the 31 most often used jewelry-making techniques..." (more)
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Hardcover: 176 pages
Publisher: Running Press Book Publishers (September 1995)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1561385263
ISBN-13: 978-1561385263
Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 9.1 x 0.6 inches
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5.0 out of 5 stars A must for those embarking on a career in Jewllery Making, October 4, 2000

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Prior to my wife's intention to return to college as a mature student, I purchased several books for her on 'Silversmithing', and it is Jinks McGrath's book that she values most highly. In fact her lecturer reccomended it to all the students on the Jewllery Making & Design course. It is an invaluable guide to the beginner with its easy to follow instructions and information. It is well laid out with precise information and an easy reference source to fall back on. You won't be disappointed.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great illustrations & details, August 1, 1998

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The author includes a wide variety of jewelry making techniques primarily dealing with metalsmithing. Full color pictures wonderfully illustrate each section. Simple wire projects, such as making jump rings to more advanced techniques such as inlaying are shown and described with enough detail to understand, but not overwhelm the reader. I'd recommend this book for the beginner who wants to learn about jewelry making, or for those who just want to learn more about jewelry making. Also included is a Themes section of artistic jewelry that will inspire you.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Great for Jewelry makers, August 23, 2005

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I am just beginning in beaded jewelry and purchased this thinking it would help me. It is a wonderful book and great instructions however, it is not for the beader. This book is very comprehensive on many techniquies such as casting, stamping, inlaying, etc. While it was not for me, if you are interested in other types of jewelry making, this book is for you.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Valuable Resource
Nearly fifteen years later, the skills and techniques described here are still very much a part of the everyday application for jewelry makers of all kinds. Read more

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Encyclopedia of Jewelry-making Techniques
A wonderful book that answers alot of questions for the beginner jewelry maker; but it doesn't stop there! Read more

Published 8 months ago by M. C. Stewart

4.0 out of 5 stars Overview - perfect for an encyclopedia
McGrath produces books that are of high quality and this is another one; however, when it states in the title "Encyclopedia" believe it. It is organized alphabetically. Read more

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Published 15 months ago by A. Burke

3.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful but superficial overview of jeweler's techniques.
I've been setting stones and soldering findings to chains and making bezel settings for a couple of years and want to branch out so I was specifically looking for an introduction... Read more

Published 18 months ago by Joshua G. Feldman

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, test your interest in making "real" jewelry
If you just want to buy pieces and put them together- this is not the book for you. If you honestly want to learn jewelers skills then you will be pleased with this book. Read more

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3.0 out of 5 stars Pretty Pictures, Not Much Usable Advice
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Published on May 23, 2007 by Creatress

5.0 out of 5 stars Great reference book for anyone who is not yet up to Master level
This is a perfect book that combines text and plenty of images to demonstrate both bare bones beginning jewelry making technique as well as more advanced technique (including... Read more

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3.0 out of 5 stars Good review
Kept me busy for a couple of hours. Describes the principles of jewelry making without the in-depth technique descriptions I am looking for.

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