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Metalsmithing Made Easy: A Practical Guide to Cold Connections, Simple Soldering, Stone Setting, and More,New
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Following the success of her first book, Simple Soldering, Kate Ferrant Richbourg walks kitchen table metalsmiths through the basics and into new territory! In addition to teaching the essentials of soldering, Metalsmithing Made Easy demystifies rotary tools and introduces different kinds of hotter smallspace torches.In her signature friendly, easytofollow style, Kate lays out a lesson plan of techniques to help readers gain familiarity with soldering tools and methods. In the chapter 'The Field Guide to the Rotary Tool' you will learn how to quickly and efficiently, with a simple handheld tool and a few select bits, add professionalquality surface effects and finishing to your jewelry designs.A practice sampler of metal tiles, to be worked on step by step, helps to hone skills in surface manipulation, stone setting, cold connections, and more. Once these skills are mastered in the sampler, you can undertake any (or all) of fifteen gorgeous projects included, such as a locket, bail with set stone, prongset pendant, and much more.
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- Q: What topics are covered in 'Metalsmithing Made Easy'? A: 'Metalsmithing Made Easy' covers various topics including cold connections, simple soldering techniques, stone setting, and the use of rotary tools and torches. It also features a practice sampler and fifteen project ideas for hands-on learning.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Metalsmithing Made Easy'? A: The author of 'Metalsmithing Made Easy' is Kate Ferrant Richbourg, who is known for her approachable teaching style and expertise in metalsmithing.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'Metalsmithing Made Easy' is available in a paperback binding, which makes it easy to handle and read.
- Q: How many pages does 'Metalsmithing Made Easy' have? A: 'Metalsmithing Made Easy' contains a total of 144 pages filled with instructional content and project ideas.
- Q: Is 'Metalsmithing Made Easy' suitable for beginners? A: Yes, 'Metalsmithing Made Easy' is designed for beginners as well as those with some experience in metalsmithing, providing clear instructions and techniques for skill development.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Metalsmithing Made Easy' was published on August 15, 2016.
- Q: Does this book include illustrations? A: Yes, 'Metalsmithing Made Easy' is illustrated, which enhances the learning experience by providing visual guidance alongside the text.
- Q: What type of projects can I expect to find in this book? A: The book includes fifteen projects such as a locket, bail with set stone, and prong-set pendant, allowing readers to apply their learned techniques.
- Q: Are there any prerequisites for using this book effectively? A: No specific prerequisites are required, but having basic crafting supplies and tools for metalsmithing will enhance the learning experience.
- Q: What makes 'Metalsmithing Made Easy' different from other metalsmithing books? A: 'Metalsmithing Made Easy' is unique due to its focus on approachable techniques for beginners, along with a structured lesson plan and a variety of projects that cater to different skill levels.