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Creative Enamelling: Materials, Method and Magic - Softcover

McDonald, Sheila

 
9780719846175: Creative Enamelling: Materials, Method and Magic
Softcover
ISBN 10: 071984617X ISBN 13: 9780719846175
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd, 2026

Synopsis

This practical book demystifies the fascinating process of enamelling and encourages you to explore various techniques and to develop your own personal style of work. With clear detailed instruction, it explains the full process of how tiny grains of glass fuse together to form a shiny smooth surface. It goes on to introduce advanced techniques where enamels can be built up in layers, precious metal foils added and wires used to outline intricate designs. This book, written by a leading enameller and teacher, is an encouraging companion for all novices and skilled jewellers interested in learning this astoundingly-beautiful technique.

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About the Author

SHEILA MCDONALD is a freeman of the Goldsmiths’ Company, London. In her enamel pieces, which are predominantly silver, she combines several traditional techniques in a painterly way, mixing transparent enamels with layers of fine gold and silver foil. She works from her studio in Edinburgh.

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Publisher
The Crowood Press Ltd
Publication date
2026
Language
English
ISBN 10 
071984617X
ISBN 13 
9780719846175
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
144