Non-Precious Jewellery: Methods and Techniques (Design and Make)

Murphy, Kathie

ISBN 10: 0713687290 / ISBN 13: 9780713687293

Published by A&C Black, 2013

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Non-Precious Jewellery: Methods and Techniques (Design and Make)
• Publisher: A&C Black
• Publication Date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0713687290
• ISBN 13: 9780713687293
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

This is a highly illustrated how-to-do-it book. There are very few such books specifically covering non-precious material techniques, but there has been a recent increase in the creative use of non-precious materials in jewellery-making. Using a step-by-step approach, this book is an easy and accessible, but thorough, introduction to non-precious materials and techniques. Examples of appropriate techniques for each material are featured as making sequences, alongside showcased pieces from contemporary jewellers in different materials. Throughout are suggestions for taking the techniques further and developing original designs, and there is a final section of design briefs, which will show you how to complete a project. Materials covered include: rubber, resin, polypropylene, acrylic, cellulose acetate, nylon, wood, fibre, felt, cloth, paper, stone, titanium, steel, aluminium, tin, copper, leather, brass and bone. Techniques to be covered include: cutting/piercing, laser cutting, joining/fixing, gluing, drilling, colouring/dyeing, heat forming, casting, scoring and bending, laminating, vacuum forming, electroplating, finished, knitting/knotting, blocking and shaping, origami, flocking, beading and embossing. Projects will include necklaces, bangles, brooches and earrings.

About the Author

Kathie Murphy is a well-known jeweller and a leading proponent of resin jewellery. She regularly exhibits at the Chelsea Craft Fair, the Dazzle exhibitions and is on the Craft Council's selected list of makers.