Stonesetting for Contemporary Jewelry Makers: Techniques, Inspiration, and Professional Advice for Stunning Results
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| Rating | : | 4.25 (832 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1250015324 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 192 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-10-20 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
A Great Resource! I have a collection of books on Stonesetting and from each one I learn something.Melissa Hunt's book is very beautiful and has great photos. I really like the format of lots of ways of setting stones, often offering different ways of doing things. She doesn't leave out "critical steps" like some books do and gives some great, very specific information.I especially liked when she detailed the "set up" part of making prongs - giving a few ways to position the metal using different blocks and tools. I've learned that set-up is half the battle in lots of things.Another favorite part is the "Pro Tip" on the sideline of each type of setting - th. Sarah Nashold said First there are pretty pictures in the gallery showing a variety of nice. First there are pretty pictures in the gallery showing a variety of nice applications of gem-setting in each category.Second, there are very good and clear illustrations of step by step basic processes with simple explanations.There is enough info for me to start trying every type of setting but probably not enough for me to master any 1 setting type.My roommate, who has been doing jewelry for years thinks it is not enough depth for an experienced hobbyist or jeweler to gain greater knowledge, he doesn't think it is specific enough to add an edge to the knowledge of someone with experience in setting, but thinks it is great for a beginner,. "Not a good how- to book" according to S.O.. This book is very beautifully designed with great photos. The content though, was very broad and shallow. I'm working at an intermediate level as a jeweler and I found the information either too elementary or too vague to use. This book was not the instructional resource I was looking for.
No matter what your skill level, you'll be sure to find a new technique to challenge you, and the information you need to pull it off.” Annie Pennington, Art Jewelry. “A great resource for the novice or seasoned jewelry maker
MELISSA HUNT teaches stonesetting and metal jewelry making courses at the prestigious London Jewellery School. Melissa has received commissions from 10 Downing Street, the EMI Group, and artists such as Darren Almond and Estelle Thompson. Her work has been published in The Time Out Shopping Guide, Crafts Magazine, and the books Bangles and Bracelets and Silversmithing for Jewelry Makers.. She is also a prolific designer whose work has bee
A handy section in the back contains care, maintenance, and repair advice, plus a gallery of gorgeous finished pieces.Stonesetting for Contemporary Jewelry Makers combines everything you need to know about this specialized craft all in one place, making this an indispensible reference for beginners and professionals alike.. The second part covers the range of settings availablefrom bezel to prong to snap settingsand uses step-by-step instructions explaining how to set cabochons, faceted stones, and other variants. Clear step-by-step illustrations combined with concise instructions and practical advice make this book an invaluable reference for professional jewelry makers, students, and Etsy sellers.No other book currently available focuses on the use and application of ready-made settings, which are most commonly used by jewelers today. Stonesetting not only shows you how to use and incorporate these settings into existing designs but also teach