"Join metalsmith and popular instructor Lexi erickson in this informative look at the design and construction of custom artisan bails for jewelry... You will learn soldering tips, how to construct a bail that is appropriate to both the design and function of your work, and secret shop tips from this studio pro."

Learn how to form flawless metal shapes that can be combined into stunning floral motifs.

Beautiful Elements, is a mixed-materials jewelry-making project and technique book that teaches simple techniques using wire, metal, and polymer clay to enhance and personalize beaded jewelry. With thirty projects readers will learn how to create natural shapes from metal, ?sketch? with a hammer to create clever designs, and transform bits of polymer clay and wire into adornments. The book will cover how to make simple findings like handcrafted earring...

Lexi Erickson shows tips and techniques to master etching basics and improve your skills in resist etching, forming an etched bracelet, finishing your work and more. She provides safety tips, shows how to add dimension, how to design your own transfers and stamps and demonstrates etching techniques on both flat sheets and 3-D copper beads.

This collection of original and innovative projects celebrate the humble tin. Jemima Schlee shows you how to cut, paint, pierce and spray with her clear and easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions. All the techniques, templates and equipment required are provided so all you need to worry about is getting that tin collection started.