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Working with Precious Metal Clay (Jewelry Crafts) (Jewelry Crafts) (Spiral-bound)

by Tim McCreight (Author) "There are three kinds of cooks..." (more)
Key Phrases: Precious Metal Clay

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Product Description
Working with Precious Metal Clay is the first American book for artists and hobbyists who want to know more about this exciting new art material. Techniques are taught through 50 projects of increasing complexity, projects that range from earrings to rings to accessories like a thimble, spoon and tea strainer. A large section called Technical Tips offers practical information on working, firing and finishing PMC, and a final chapter on tools shows some studio aids you can make for yourself. "Working with PMC" features over 400 full color illustrations that lead artists systematically through the steps needed to make personal and exciting work.

About the Author
Tim McCreight has been working with PMC since it was first introduced to the US in 1994. As a consultant to the manufacturer he has studied with the scientists who invented PMC and leading artists as they pioneer uses of this radical new material. McCreight's years of teaching experience and signature lighthanded touch are evident on every page. He has written 10 other books on metalworking and is a consultant to numerous organizations and periodicals.

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Spiral-bound: 128 pages
Publisher: Brynmorgen Press (August 20, 2000)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1929565003
ISBN-13: 978-1929565009
Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 9.3 x 0.7 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (14 customer reviews)

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #301,203 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Enamelling on Precious Metals by Jeanne Werge-Hartley on page 129, and Back Matter
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3.0 out of 5 stars Better Than Nothing..., June 20, 2002

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This book has some very good techical info, including how to make rings that actually fit, but it also some major drawbacks:

1) The directions on some projects have omitted steps and steps out of order, making it difficult for beginners to follow.
2) The projects are not artistic, even downright amateurish, so you won't find new creative ideas here.
3) There is a tendancy toward reliance on metalsmithing skills to correct problems that could have (should have!) been resolved in the clay stage before firing. This is understandable, since the author is a skilled metalsmith, but it isn't practical for many newcomers to PMC. And it isn't necessary, since most problems can easily be corrected at either the wet clay stage, or the leather-hard stage.

Even with all its faults, it's still the best book out there on PMC at this time.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Good but..., April 26, 2002

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There are a lot ideas on how to use PMC in this book. Some innovative some down right goofy (tea strainer). I took a PMC class and bought this book to get more ideas. It is better than the other PMC book for beginners. The pages devoted to making rings are excellent. (My instructor did not want to touch on that subject in my class) I think the best part of this book is Part Two "Technical Tips." There are pages devoted to work surfaces, rehydration, using slip, extruding, carving, making holes, smoothing edges, ring sizing, mold making, shrinkage, gem setting, firing, filing and sanding, blackening the silver, and polishing. Part Three on "Tools You Can Make" is also helpful but basic.

It's great that this book is spiral bound. However, the biggest disappointment in this book is the font size. It is annoyingly small. I would venture to say it is a size 8 or 9 at best. Why make the font so small? Surely for the price of this book the publisher could have went a little larger on the font. For that reason I give this book 3 stars.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Start with this book , January 7, 2007

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I confess straight up to being a McCreight fan so maybe I am biased. However I have found his book to be one of the best to give my students. It is incredibly clear and consice. It is perfect for the person starting out in silver clay. Sure the glossy photos are missing, rather hand drawn step by steps, but you can follow easily. With 50 projects, there is ample opportunity for the beginner to find something that appeals and to gain confidence with this medium. Part Two is fabulous, excellent technical tips on a host of items, rehydrating, extruding, carving, ring sizing, making bails, use of patinas, and loads more. Part Three gives you the added bonus of How to make your own tools - and therefore save a few dollars. Being spiral bound is a bonus, always stays open. I recommend three books to my clay students, this is one of them, ( the other two - CeCe Wire and Sherri Haab.)A must for your library.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Slightly disappointed
I am slightly disappointed with this book. There are wonderful suggestions and tips given throughout the entire book, however, there are multiple projects where steps are skipped... Read more

Published 4 months ago by Lynn Sheridan

5.0 out of 5 stars Everything you need to know to start working with PMC
if you are new to PMC this is the book for you, the instructions are clear and concise , it includes easy projects and is well illustrated.

Published 7 months ago by M. Stines

5.0 out of 5 stars Working with Precious Metal Clay Review
Tim McCreight is the PMC guru and this book is almost a text book.

Exceptionally well laid out with the different sections, projects, techniques and tools. Read more

Published 22 months ago by K. SZENTIVANYI

1.0 out of 5 stars Worthless
I have never been more dissappointed in a how-to book. All the instructions are drawings that look like they were done by children. Read more

Published on January 5, 2007 by Patty

5.0 out of 5 stars This is probably the number one beginners book out there.
This book is of the style that McCreight has become associated with. For good or bad, Tim's books are either hated or loved. That is just the way it is. Read more

Published on March 29, 2006 by PTSideshow

5.0 out of 5 stars Very imformative
I love this book as a reference, it is written very clearly and easy to understand. Very well organized also. If you are in to PMC I would highly recommend this book.

Published on March 15, 2006 by Peg

4.0 out of 5 stars Good start!
I have to admit, I skipped all the projects and headed straight to the back for tips and tools. For the information provided on both subjects alone, I give this book 4 stars. Read more

Published on August 3, 2005 by Melanie Lehmann

5.0 out of 5 stars Everything-you-need--to-know-about-PMC-Book
This book has wonderful projects to make from beginner to expert. The Technical Tips are written in a way that is easily understood and can be applied to your own creations. Read more

Published on February 24, 2004 by Lynn Cano

3.0 out of 5 stars Precious Metal Clay by Tim McCreight
I was so disappointed. Most of Tim McCreight's books are terrific and packed full of helpful tips and cost saving ideas. Read more

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great way to get started
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Published on September 26, 2001 by slither4

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