The Art of Soldering for Jewelry Makers Techniques and Projects |
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| Author:
| DeVenney, Wing Mun |
| ISBN: | 978-1-4380-0263-7 |
| Publication Date: | Oct 2013 |
| Publisher: | Sourcebooks, Incorporated
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $22.99 |
Book Description:
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Soldering--the art of permanently joining metal components with a torch and solder-- is a unique, challenging, and extremely rewarding artform.
The Art of Soldering for Jewelry Makers is a comprehensive soldering book for beginners and intermediates that takes the mystery out of this misunderstood technique with clear instructions for jewelry makers.
Designer and jewelry industry insider Wing Mun Devenny gives the reader--
Soldering--the art of permanently joining metal components with a torch and solder-- is a unique, challenging, and extremely rewarding artform.
The Art of Soldering for Jewelry Makers is a comprehensive soldering book for beginners and intermediates that takes the mystery out of this misunderstood technique with clear instructions for jewelry makers.
Designer and jewelry industry insider Wing Mun Devenny gives the reader--
- An introduction to the history of soldering with an overview of conventional and lesser known methods
- An in-depth look at essential equipment and tools as well as health and safety precautions
- The fundamentals of soldering, from setting up and handling parts to understanding solder and fixing mistakes
- A range of soldering techniques--from simple to more complex
- More than 400 full-color illustrations throughout
The author also provides 15 beautiful, step by step projects for the reader to create including rings, pendants, cufflinks, a brooch, and earrings.