Customer Reviews
Not quite as useful as it seems - By: A. H. Jones, 03 Aug 2006 
I found this book useful for a quick reference & as a starting point for different techniques, but she does make it look very easy. As a self-taught beginner I found that there wasn't quite enough information to get the process right in practice & I've frequently had to cross-reference with other books.
The themes section at the back is a nice idea, & the pieces are beautiful & inspiring, but they are alll made by highly experienced designers & way out of the ability league of the beginners that the book seems to be aimed at.
Great reference book for all abilities - By: , 12 Feb 2002 
This book takes a look at alll the different techniques involved in Jewellery making, including step-by-step working pictures to help you through. Not only does it explain each technique in detail but it also shows you the tools you need & how to use them. I like this book as it not only goes through a wide range of techniques but also includes a section which shows pieces of jewellery & how the techniques have been used.
An excellent supplement to your library. - By: , 22 Apr 1999 This book is well written & it's a very picturesque encyclopedia. Not too technical but still very informative with the author's step by step format. Those of you who are pursuing Jewlery as a hobby or a career will want to add this book to your library.
Great illustrations & details - By: , 01 Aug 1998 The author includes a wide variety of jewelry making techniques primarily dealing with metalsmithing. Full color pictures wonderfully illustrate each section. Simple wire projects, such as making jump rings to more advanced techniques such as inlaying are shown & described with enough detail to understand, but not overwhelm the reader. I'd recommend this book for the beginner who wants to learn about jewelry making, or for those who just want to learn more about jewelry making. Also included is a Themes section of artistic jewelry that will inspire you.
A must have book for the jewelry designer at any level. - By: , 07 Jul 1998 This is an excellent book for any level of jewelry artist. It is a beautifully designed book with wonderful full color photographs & easy to follow , well written text. A must have book for the jewelry designer at any level of expertise as well as basic.
