Metalsmith Society's Guide to Jewelry Making: Tips, Techniques & Tutorials For Soldering Silver, Stonesetting & Beyond

by Corkie Bolton

Overview

Everything You Need to Know to Build Your Skills as an Artisan Jeweler

Metalsmith Society’s Guide to Jewelry Making is the ultimate handbook to get you started on your jewelry-making journey. Corkie Bolton, jeweler extraordinaire and founder of Metalsmith Society, has compiled the ultimate compendium on the craft for beginners. You’ll get a deep dive into indispensable tools and materials needed to create a well-rounded workspace. Corkie also answers every question you might have about essential yet tricky-to-master techniques such as sawing, stamping and annealing.

What’s more, through ten beginner-friendly projects, you’ll put your budding skills to the test and light the spark of inspiration for designing your own pieces. Necklace lovers will learn stonesetting and making clasps with the Thick Bezel Pendant and Simple Chain Necklace, while ring projects like the Interlocking Ring and Hidden Detail Ring will have you practicing polishing and embellishing your creations.

Embark on your rewarding jewelry-making career with confidence. With this comprehensive book at your bench, you will have everything you need to get started and keep going!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781645675860
Publisher:	Page Street Publishing
Publication date:	08/23/2022
Pages:	192
Sales rank:	67,845
Product dimensions:	7.70(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

Corkie Bolton is a jewelry maker, educator and the founder of Metalsmith Society, a beloved online community for jewelry makers filled with advice, tutorials and smithing resources. She is also the creator of Corkie Bolton Jewelry, and has partnered with brands like Rio Grande, Gesswein, Pepetools, Stuller and Otto Frei. Corkie lives in Rhode Island with her husband and children.

Table of Contents

Introduction 8

Part I Understanding What You're Working With 11

Tools 12

Materials 37

Refining 40

Part II Fundamental Know-How 43

Soldering 44

Annealing 67

Filing 70

Sanding 73

Using a Flex Shaft 76

Polishing 82

Sawing 87

Jump Ring Making 94

Drilling 96

Stamping 99

Stonesetting 103

Patina 114

Part III Putting It All Together In Stunning Projects 117

Bar Studs 118

Chain Studs 122

Arch Hoop Earrings 127

Interlocking Ring 132

Stacking Rings 136

Hidden Detail Ring 148

Textured Ring 158

Thick Bezel Pendant 162

Simple Chain Necklace 169

Charm Bangle 174

Resources 181

Acknowledgments 185

About the Author 186

Index 187

Editorial Reviews

Corkie Bolton is an experienced teacher with a passion to share what she knows. Metalsmith Society’s Guide to Jewelry Making offers clear instructions, helpful projects that demonstrate what is possible and encouragement along the way.”
- Tim McCreight, author of Complete Metalsmith

“Corkie has created the most incredible community in Metalsmith Society, where designers can share tips, techniques and inspiration. This book is an absolute must-have for every jeweler, from budding designers to seasoned professionals.”
- Emilie Shapiro, author of How to Create Your Own Jewelry Line

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