Wire Jewellery by Hans Stofer

Wire Jewellery by Hans Stofer

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Wire working is one of the most accessible of jewellery making processes. This practical book looks at the history of wire jewellery, the qualities and uses of various types of wire, the use of equipment and a wide range of wire working processes, and is illustrated throughout with examples of pieces made by internationally renowned jewellers.

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Wire Jewellery by Hans Stofer

As well as being one of the earliest and most traditional materials for making jewellery, wire working is one of the most accessible of jewellery making processes. Hans Stofer's practical book is an essential introductory guide to wire jewellery for newcomers and a highly useful reference tool and source of inspiration for established jewellers. It looks at the history of wire jewellery, the qualities and uses of various types of wire, the use of equipment and a wide range of wire working processes, and is illustrated throughout with examples of pieces made by internationally renowned jewellers.
It was a pleasure to be asked to review this bookI found this book a very inspirational read, especially the way it encourages readers to buy and adapt second hand tools. Association for Comtemporary Jewellery (December 2006) '...demonstrates incredible wirework makes...' Creative Beads and Jewellery (2010)
Hans Stofer is an internationally known jewellery maker and a leading proponent of wire jewellery whose work appears in public and private exhibitions throughout Europe.
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ISBN 13 9780713666342
ISBN 10 071366634X
Title Wire Jewellery
Author Hans Stofer
Series Jewellery Handbooks
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Year published 2006-07-11
Number of pages 112
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.