Creating Steel Jewelry: Etching, Keum Boo, Enameling, Stainless and More by Bette Barnett

Creating Steel Jewelry is a must-have for all metalsmiths, including jewelers, blacksmiths and bladesmiths who which to venture into new areas for their talents. 

Each technique covered is broken down into practical steps, supported by photographs and illustrations. 

Starting with basics, the book is a benchtop guide which will carry you through the process of embellishing steel by fusing, enameling, etching, Keum Boo, painting, etc. to create jewelry and other steel decorative objects such as small steel sculptures, knives and swords. This comprehensive guide offers a wealth of knowledge, techniques and inspiration for beginners and experiences artisans alike. 

Rich with interesting background and practical guidance, Creating Steel Jewelry is drawn from the hundreds of hours that the author has devoted to teaching students throughout the world in the art of creating steel jewelry. 

Hardcover, 162 pages, 306 high-quality color photos, charts and drawings. 

Written by Bette Barnett with contributions by Amanda Denison, a recognized expert in the field of enameling and Andy Cooperman known for his innovative work with stainless steel, also contributes to valuable insights. 

 

Chapters:

Introduction

Chapter 1 - Basics of Steel

Chapter 2 - Materials, Tools and Techniques

Chapter 3 - Working with Stainless Steel

Chapter 4 - Etching Low Carbon Steel

Chapter 5 - Fusing Gold and Other Metals to Steel

Chapter 6 - Fusing Powdered Metals to Steel

Chapter 7 - Keum Boo on Steel

Chapter 8 - Patinating Steel

Chapter 9 - Sealing Steel Jewelry

Chapter 10 - Enameling on Steel

Chapter 11 - Photo Gallery