Download or read book Metal Clay Beyond the Basics written by Carol Babineau and published by Kalmbach Books. This book was released on 2012-11-19 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Metal clay artisans who love a challenge will love this book. Master instructor Carol A. Babineau presents 25 original projects that reach far beyond the expected to expand your technical abilities and imagination. Integrate sterling silver, ceramics, and enamel; use armatures, molds, tube rivets, and cold connections to make earrings, bracelets, pendants, pins, toggles, and more.
Download or read book Enameling on Metal Clay written by Pam East and published by Kalmbach Books. This book was released on 2012-08-29 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book will appeal to artisans of all levels. A thorough introductory section helps readers prepare their workspace with information on tools, materials, and basic techniques for metal clay and enameling. Jewelry projects include earrings, pendants, pins, beads, and a ring. Easy-to-follow instructions are illustrated with clear, detailed photographs.
Download or read book Metal Clay Beads written by Barbara Becker Simon and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2009 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When you combine two bestselling topics like metal clay and beading and then add one of the most talented and respected artists in the business, you've got a winning combination. In this unique, comprehensive reference, Barbara Becker Simon treats readers to 22 outstanding metal clay bead projects.
Download or read book Metal Clay Magic written by Nana Mizushima and published by Kalmbach Books. This book was released on 2012-11-19 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's as easy to use as modeling clay. Fire it, and it turns to pure silver: It's metal clay magic! Nana Mizushima's playful approach shows how this fantastic medium allows anyone to craft items in silver. Features more than 25 imaginative, appealing projects for beads, earrings, pendants, bookmarks, pet tags, little boxes, origami, and more.
Download or read book Metal Clay And Mixed Media Jewelry written by Sherri Haab and published by Clarkson Potter. This book was released on 2007 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Metal clay starts as clay and turns into metal. Does it get any more magical? Now it does—withMetal Clay and Mixed Media Jewelry. Author Sherri Haab takes this compelling material, today's hottest craft item, to the next level, brilliantly combining it with other media ranging from the timeless to the unexpected. Ribbons, gold leaf, pottery shards, transparent resin, polymer clay, leather, and more are used to create stunning jewelry. Beautiful photography showcases these innovative pieces, and full step-by-step instructions make it easy to re-create them. New formulations of metal clay and newly developed firing techniques are presented clearly so that crafters can achieve professional results. Sophisticated enough for artists yet simple enough for beginners,Metal Clay and Mixed Media Jewelryis the only book that blends metal clay with such a variety of mixed media to make magic. • Follow-up to the best-sellingArt of Metal Clay—over 35,000 copies sold! • Author has sold more than two million books! • Metal clay is hot with crafters, artists—anyone who wants to try alchemy
Download or read book New Directions in Metal Clay written by CeCe Wire and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2009 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Projects: embossed bolo, bead transformation, simple stud earrings, spiral galaxy, domino theory, hollow bead earrings, bauhaus bold, bead ring, cherry blossoms in spring, a day at the beach bracelet, bejeweled pendant, falling leaves, bamboo garden, autumn dragonfly, child's cuff bracelet, golden ivy, stacked ring set, forged link necklace, simple and elegant linked bracelet, gold and cubic zirconia ring, silver twig pin, patience in a square, lunar phase ring, garnet and silver necklace, kum boo fan brooch.
Download or read book Bronze Metal Clay written by Yvonne Padilla and published by Lark Books (NC). This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of jewelry projects utilizing bronze metal clay.
Download or read book Precious Metal Clay written by Xuella Arnold and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2008-07-22 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Precious metal clay is an exciting new material made from fine silver dust in a binder that can be used just like ordinary modeling clay. However, once fired, the silver dust fuses together to become pure silver. This unique and versatile material gives crafters of all levels the opportunity to design and create unique silver jewelry--a technique once reserved only for trained silversmiths. Artist Xuella Arnold demonstrates how precious metal clay can be used alongside traditional methods of jewelry making, and combined with a range of natural and manmade materials to create truly unique designs. You'll find a variety of step-by-step projects along with inspirational ideas to develop your own designs. The book contains an introduction to the tools of the trade and types of clay, as well as step-by-step instructions for mastering precious metal clay techniques such as cutting, molding, combining with other materials, and firing. Perfect for all beaders, jewelry makers, crafters and ceramicists interested in making jewelry and gifts who want to apply precious metal clay to their discipline.
Download or read book Sculptural Metal Clay written by Kate McKinnon and published by . This book was released on 2012-06-01 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The classic textbook on fine silver clay from Kate McKinnon- it covers safe handling, full firing, work hardening, and gives many examples of components and forms that can successfully be built in metal clay.
Download or read book Magical Metal Clay Jewellery written by Sue Heaser and published by . This book was released on 2008-08-01 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Helps readers create beautiful and intricate pieces of pure silver jewellery with no silversmithing skills and very few tools and equipment using metal clay. This book features photography, which demonstrates the techniques needed to set with stones, decorate with enamels, create textural effects using engraving and more.
Download or read book Silver Clay Keepsakes written by Kathryn Baum and published by Kalmbach Publishing, Co.. This book was released on 2009 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A step-by-step guide to making silver jewelry at home instructs hobbyists through twenty-four projects that demonstrate how to replicate the appearance of fine silver, providing illustrated coverage of such gift-appropriate options as a baby spoon, a birthstone bracelet, and a Celtic knot pendant--
Download or read book Make Your Own Silver Jewellery written by Monica Weber-Butler and published by White Owl. This book was released on 2021-11-30 with total page 359 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “[A] precise and comprehensive debut, a guide to using silver metal clay . . . those serious about silver need look no further.” —Publishers Weekly This book will show you how to create silver jewellery using everyday tools, easy to obtain materials and following simple step-by-step instructions. You will explore the amazing possibilities that the combination of silver metal clay and traditional silversmithing techniques has to offer, and will learn basic aspects of design in order to develop your own unique style. You will be able to create silver pieces which capture and celebrate nature by the inclusion of botanical details, or create graceful pieces with echoes from history; you can create contemporary pieces or add a touch of whimsy to your designs. Whether you favour traditional or modern designs, when you make your own silver jewellery, the possibilities are endless. The book is full of easy to follow projects, with photographs, detailed instructions and inspiring examples. Working with silver has never been so easy! “Essential reading for anyone who wants to get involved in crafting silver jewellery.” —Books Monthly
Download or read book How to Make Silver Charms from Metal Clay written by Sue Heaser and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Create beautiful solid silver charms quickly and easily. This inspirational book shows how to craft intricate pure silver charms with no silver-smithing skills, and very few tools and equipment. The secret? Metal clay.
Download or read book Mixed Metal Jewelry Workshop written by Mary Hettmansperger and published by Lark Books (NC). This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Metal clay, one of the hottest trends in jewellery making, is combined with traditional metal forms to create fabulous jewellery. 20 fun projects, professional instruction and a gallery of inspirational jewellery shows jewellers and general crafters how to combine an easy-to-work material with sheet metal, wire and other materials.
Download or read book The Complete Book of Polymer Clay written by Lisa Pavelka and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If crafts are big, then clay is colossal. From pins and pendants to bracelets, buttons, and embellishments, crafters of all ages are embracing the creativity that polymer clay inspires. The Complete Book of Polymer Clay is an encyclopedic book by renowned expert Lisa Pavelka includes the latest techniques, handy tips, and trade secrets. Pavelka presents a sweeping overview of materials, how-to fundamentals, and construction techniques. She also introduces six original projects with complete instructions showing readers how to make pendants, curio boxes, a necklace, and a bracelet. Clear, concise, and comprehensive, this is an essential addition to any crafter's library, no matter his or her skill level. For even more inspiration, this indispensable reference features a gallery of 50 original projects by Pavelka and other talented polymer clay designers.
Download or read book Kiln Formed Glass Beyond the Basics written by Brenda Griffith and published by Lark. This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With this comprehensive workbench guide, acclaimed artist Brenda Griffith takes kiln-formed glass to the next level. From cast glassing and cold working to adapting unusual tools and materials, she covers a range of advanced techniques that glass crafters need to know. In addition to beautiful projects and stunning gallery images, information on best studio practices and a "beyond the kiln" section make this indispensible.
Download or read book Perfectly Paired Designing Jewelry With Polymer and Metal Clays written by Patricia Kimle and published by Kalmbach Books. This book was released on 2013-03-20 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Each stunning project in Perfectly Paired: Designing Jewelry with Polymer and Metal Clays explores the interplay of textures and colors by combining two beautiful media: polymer clay and metal clay. Clear, concise writing and thorough step-by-step photos make rich inspiration for aspiring polymer or metal clay artists. The elegant jewelry pieces laid out here include pendants, necklaces, earrings, bracelets, pins, and charms. More than 20 sophisticated projects include variations and ideas that showcase each medium at its best.
