Used The Metalsmith Book of Boxes & Lockets [Hardcover] by Tim McCreight

The Metalsmith Book of Boxes & Lockets by Tim McCreight is a practical hardcover guide to designing and constructing metal boxes and lockets, with instruction covering key challenges such as hinges, seams, catches, and closing mechanisms. Detailed demonstrations support both beginning metalsmiths and practicing jewelers as they develop their own designs. Its examples offer an inspiring look at how precise construction can turn a small metal form into a beautifully resolved object.

Features

• Explores metalworking techniques for constructing boxes and lockets
• Covers the design and construction of hinges and closing devices
• Addresses techniques for creating clean seams and smoothly operating components
• Uses detailed demonstration photography to explain construction methods
• Provides instruction suitable for beginning metalsmiths and practicing jewelers
• Illustrated with work from an international group of jewelers
• Offers examples to support the development of original box and locket designs

Notes

This copy was previously used as a sample book and has been lightly used.