Silversmithing for Jewellery Makers: Techniques, treatments & applications for inspirational design
This authoritative and lusciously illustrated book offers a comprehensive and inspirational insight into the art and craft of silver jewellery making for today’s artisan.

"Bone’s work is epitomised by caring craftsmanship and subdued elegance. Scale, unforced geometry, classic techniques and sensitive surfaces project a cool modesty… the metal itself, gently encouraged to speak of its own soft beauty, becomes a receptacle for the wearer, and so awaits the warmth of ownership..."
DAVID WATKINS, DESIGN SOURCEBOOK: JEWELLERY


Silversmithing for Jewellery Makers is a comprehensive examination of all the techniques, surface treatments, and innovations used by silver jewellery makers. Unlike more general silversmithing books that also include silver ornaments, this book places a strong emphasis on the information that is relevant to jewellery makers, giving them all they need to know about working with this unique and versatile material. It takes the reader through the basic skills as well as specialist techniques and treatments for silver jewellery making.

Traditional techniques such as filigree are examined alongside contemporary designs that marry metals and mix materials to create unique textures and surfaces. This authoritative and lusciously illustrated book offers a comprehensive and inspirational insight into the art and craft of silver jewellery making for today’s artisan.

Packed with instructional information and inspiration this book is aimed at the range of home-crafters and the Etsy.com market as well as professional jewellery makers who are looking for a more detailed insight into working with silver. Silver is easy to work with, affordable, and results in elegant, stylish jewellery that is above the level of the more crafty beads-and-colored-stones style of jewellery making.

Being versatile and malleable means this is a material that jewellery makers can experiment with and also use with a combination of other materials to create unique, stylish, and highly sophisticated looking jewellery. With its comprehensive range of techniques and inspiration Silversmithing for Jewellery Makers is a must-have for all levels of jewellery makers and designers and guarantees a strong position on the backlist.
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Silversmithing for Jewellery Makers: Techniques, treatments & applications for inspirational design
This authoritative and lusciously illustrated book offers a comprehensive and inspirational insight into the art and craft of silver jewellery making for today’s artisan.

"Bone’s work is epitomised by caring craftsmanship and subdued elegance. Scale, unforced geometry, classic techniques and sensitive surfaces project a cool modesty… the metal itself, gently encouraged to speak of its own soft beauty, becomes a receptacle for the wearer, and so awaits the warmth of ownership..."
DAVID WATKINS, DESIGN SOURCEBOOK: JEWELLERY


Silversmithing for Jewellery Makers is a comprehensive examination of all the techniques, surface treatments, and innovations used by silver jewellery makers. Unlike more general silversmithing books that also include silver ornaments, this book places a strong emphasis on the information that is relevant to jewellery makers, giving them all they need to know about working with this unique and versatile material. It takes the reader through the basic skills as well as specialist techniques and treatments for silver jewellery making.

Traditional techniques such as filigree are examined alongside contemporary designs that marry metals and mix materials to create unique textures and surfaces. This authoritative and lusciously illustrated book offers a comprehensive and inspirational insight into the art and craft of silver jewellery making for today’s artisan.

Packed with instructional information and inspiration this book is aimed at the range of home-crafters and the Etsy.com market as well as professional jewellery makers who are looking for a more detailed insight into working with silver. Silver is easy to work with, affordable, and results in elegant, stylish jewellery that is above the level of the more crafty beads-and-colored-stones style of jewellery making.

Being versatile and malleable means this is a material that jewellery makers can experiment with and also use with a combination of other materials to create unique, stylish, and highly sophisticated looking jewellery. With its comprehensive range of techniques and inspiration Silversmithing for Jewellery Makers is a must-have for all levels of jewellery makers and designers and guarantees a strong position on the backlist.
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Silversmithing for Jewellery Makers: Techniques, treatments & applications for inspirational design

Silversmithing for Jewellery Makers: Techniques, treatments & applications for inspirational design

by Elizabeth Bone
Silversmithing for Jewellery Makers: Techniques, treatments & applications for inspirational design

Silversmithing for Jewellery Makers: Techniques, treatments & applications for inspirational design

by Elizabeth Bone

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This authoritative and lusciously illustrated book offers a comprehensive and inspirational insight into the art and craft of silver jewellery making for today’s artisan.

"Bone’s work is epitomised by caring craftsmanship and subdued elegance. Scale, unforced geometry, classic techniques and sensitive surfaces project a cool modesty… the metal itself, gently encouraged to speak of its own soft beauty, becomes a receptacle for the wearer, and so awaits the warmth of ownership..."
DAVID WATKINS, DESIGN SOURCEBOOK: JEWELLERY


Silversmithing for Jewellery Makers is a comprehensive examination of all the techniques, surface treatments, and innovations used by silver jewellery makers. Unlike more general silversmithing books that also include silver ornaments, this book places a strong emphasis on the information that is relevant to jewellery makers, giving them all they need to know about working with this unique and versatile material. It takes the reader through the basic skills as well as specialist techniques and treatments for silver jewellery making.

Traditional techniques such as filigree are examined alongside contemporary designs that marry metals and mix materials to create unique textures and surfaces. This authoritative and lusciously illustrated book offers a comprehensive and inspirational insight into the art and craft of silver jewellery making for today’s artisan.

Packed with instructional information and inspiration this book is aimed at the range of home-crafters and the Etsy.com market as well as professional jewellery makers who are looking for a more detailed insight into working with silver. Silver is easy to work with, affordable, and results in elegant, stylish jewellery that is above the level of the more crafty beads-and-colored-stones style of jewellery making.

Being versatile and malleable means this is a material that jewellery makers can experiment with and also use with a combination of other materials to create unique, stylish, and highly sophisticated looking jewellery. With its comprehensive range of techniques and inspiration Silversmithing for Jewellery Makers is a must-have for all levels of jewellery makers and designers and guarantees a strong position on the backlist.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781800920842
Publisher: Search Press
Publication date: 11/08/2022
Pages: 192
Product dimensions: 7.56(w) x 9.75(h) x 0.62(d)

About the Author

Elizabeth studied a broad ranging degree with a crafts focus, encompassing wood, metal, ceramics and textiles. After graduating Elizabeth was apprenticed to the jewellery artist Wendy Ramshaw where she became her principal workshop assistant for 10 years. Elizabeth established her own studio in 1991. As well as a wealth of experience as a practitioner in jewellery, Elizabeth has an extensive range of teaching experience and has been involved in mentoring young graduates who are setting up their own jewellery making businesses.

Table of Contents

Section 1 Techniques and Profiles 4

Basic Techniques

Annealing and Pickling 6

Soldering 10

Cutting and Filing 16

Basic Forming 24

Shaping 30

Cold Connections 46

Wirework and Chains 52

Findings and Mechanisms 62

Casting 78

Surface Techniques

Texturing 84

Chasing and Repoussé 94

Engraving 98

Etching 102

Reticulation 108

Oxidising and Colouring 112

Finishing Surfaces 116

Specialist Techniques

Married Metals 120

Stone Setting 138

Precious Metal Clay 148

Filigree 156

Granulation 160

Profiles

Cynthia Eid 168

Regine Schwarzer 169

Helga van Leipsig 170

Stepan Terteryan 171

Hannah Bedford 172

Ute Decker 173

Section 2 Materials, Tools and Resources 174

Materials

Types of Silver 176

Silver Availability and Products 177

Tools

The Workbench 178

Bench Tools 178

Machinery 178

Hand Drills, Drill Bits and Burrs 178

Measuring 179

Marking 179

Cutting 179

Filing 179

Hammers 179

Mallets 180

Pliers 180

Stakes 180

Mandrels 180

Heating and Soldering 180

Metal Clay 181

Engraving 181

Chasing and Repoussé 182

Stone Setting 182

Casting 182

Abrasives and Polishing 182

Chemicals 184

Health and Safety

Machinery 185

Chemicals 185

Heating and Soldering 185

Resources

Charts 186

Hallmarking 188

Index 189

Acknowledgements 192

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