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Hardcover. Zustand: new. Hardcover. Adding Spice to Your Woodturning: 20 Salt, Pepper and Spice Shaker Projects for Woodturners by by British woodturner Chris West is an authoritative and practical guide from one of Europes leading specialists in turned tableware design. Wests reputation for clarity and precision shines in this comprehensive project book, which presents twenty original designs ranging from classic to contemporary forms.Each project includes complete working drawings, precise dimensions in both metric and imperial units, and clear photographic sequences. Step-by-step instructions guide readers through material selection, safe lathe operation, shaping techniques, and finishing. Projects are clearly labeled for beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, allowing turners to build their confidence and skills progressively.Reviewers praise Wests accessible teaching style, attention to safety, and the practicality of his designsideal for gifts, personal collections, or small-scale production. The book also includes sections on wood selection, finishes, health and safety, and practical advice for customizing shaker mechanisms and closures.Designed specifically for use in the workshop, this spiral-bound hardcover lays flat on the bench, printed on heavy-duty art paper for durability. With contributions recognized by turning guilds and woodworking associations across Europe and North America, Wests book has become a valued addition to the modern woodturners library.Both an instructional manual and a source of inspiration, Adding Spice to Your Woodturning helps turners at every level produce elegant, functional, and marketable pieces that highlight the beauty of wood and the creativity of the maker. Discover twenty distinctive woodturning designs for salt, pepper, and spice shakers that fuse traditional and modern aesthetics. This book provides step-by-step guidance, precise drawings in metric and imperial units, and practical tips on material selection, lathe handling, and finishing help turners elevate their craft. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardback. Zustand: New. Adding Spice to Your Woodturning: 20 Salt, Pepper and Spice Shaker Projects for Woodturners by by British woodturner Chris West is an authoritative and practical guide from one of Europe's leading specialists in turned tableware design. West's reputation for clarity and precision shines in this comprehensive project book, which presents twenty original designs ranging from classic to contemporary forms.Each project includes complete working drawings, precise dimensions in both metric and imperial units, and clear photographic sequences. Step-by-step instructions guide readers through material selection, safe lathe operation, shaping techniques, and finishing. Projects are clearly labeled for beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, allowing turners to build their confidence and skills progressively.Reviewers praise West's accessible teaching style, attention to safety, and the practicality of his designs-ideal for gifts, personal collections, or small-scale production. The book also includes sections on wood selection, finishes, health and safety, and practical advice for customizing shaker mechanisms and closures.Designed specifically for use in the workshop, this spiral-bound hardcover lays flat on the bench, printed on heavy-duty art paper for durability. With contributions recognized by turning guilds and woodworking associations across Europe and North America, West's book has become a valued addition to the modern woodturner's library.Both an instructional manual and a source of inspiration, Adding Spice to Your Woodturning helps turners at every level produce elegant, functional, and marketable pieces that highlight the beauty of wood and the creativity of the maker.

Hardcover. Zustand: new. Hardcover. A Blacksmithing Primer (Revised Edition) by Master Blacksmith Randy McDaniel is a modern classic in the craft, relied upon by thousands of smiths, schools, and hobbyists around the world. Selling more than 40,000 copies, this authoritative guide bridges traditional technique and modern instruction with clarity and precision.This updated hardcover edition features durable lay-flat binding for workshop use and over 400 detailed drawings that illustrate every step of the process. McDaniel begins with foundational shop knowledgetools, forge setup, fuels, and safetythen moves systematically through hammering techniques, heating methods, and controlled forging practices. The book culminates in a rich series of projects and lessons that teach the practical skills needed to fabricate tongs, chisels, scrolls, and decorative forms, progressing to advanced methods such as heat treating, twisting, and forge welding.Recognized for its conversational, easy-to-follow tone, A Blacksmithing Primer has been praised by readers for its accessibility, logical progression, and the authors ability to make complex processes understandable. Educators often adopt it as a textbook for beginning blacksmithing courses, and reviewers call it a superb instructional manual and a great reference book for both novices and experienced smiths.Concluding with plans for a forge table, firebox, and anvil fabrication, along with resources for further training, this volume remains the essential foundation text for the resurgence of the craft. Durable, clearly written, and thoroughly field-tested, A Blacksmithing Primer continues to set the standard for blacksmithing education and practice. Blending time-honored methods with modern instruction, this guide leads blacksmiths through shop setup, precise techniques, and creative projects. Richly illustrated with over 400 drawings, it demystifies everything from forging basics to advanced tasks, making metalwork both practical and inspiring. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Hardcover. Zustand: new. Hardcover. Basic Wax Modeling: An Adventure in Creativity by Hiroshi Tsuyuki is an essential foundation text in the art of jewelry wax modeling and lost-wax casting. Revered by jewelry educators worldwide and used as a core textbook at the Jewelry Studies Institute in Tokyo, the book offers a structured and highly visual introduction to one of jewelry designs most enduring techniques.Across eleven step-by-step projects, Tsuyuki demonstrates how to use the various wax types, tools, and modeling approaches essential to creating professional-quality rings, pendants, and brooches. Each project is accompanied by precise explanations, detailed process photos, and clear supplementary drawings that guide learners from beginner to intermediate skill level. The authors approach ensures that by completing each exercise, readers will understand both the artistic and technical aspects of jewelry design.The book also includes a comprehensive appendix with five useful reference charts: ring sizes, plate and wire gauge comparisons, weight conversions, millimetreinch conversion, and diamond carat-to-diameter relationshipsresources highly valued by professional jewellers and students alike.Originally published in 1985 and now available in a revised hardcover edition (112 pages, 283 black-and-white illustrations), Basic Wax Modeling remains the definitive introduction to jewelry wax modeling. The text was written in collaboration with The Japan Jewelry Craft School, ensuring linguistic clarity and technical precision for international readers.Praised by professionals and instructors for its clarity and practicality, this book continues to be an indispensable resource for jewellery design programmes, studios, and individual artisans seeking mastery of wax modeling and casting techniques. Explore the art of jewellery wax modeling through eleven engaging projects that introduce essential lost-wax casting techniques. With clear visuals, detailed diagrams and precise instructions, this hands-on guide helps readers master creative design and technical craftsmanship, building skills for fine jewelry creation. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Hardcover. Zustand: new. Hardcover. The essential follow-up to Basic Wax Modeling, Practical Wax Modeling: Advanced Techniques for Wax Modelers takes jewelry makers deeper into the professional techniques of lost wax design and casting.Through 385 clear step-by-step photographs and diagrams, this 160-page hardcover book demonstrates advanced wax modeling methods for creating rings, brooches, pendants, and more. Organized for practical bench use, it offers guidance on both hard and soft waxes, texturing, gemstone setting in wax, and the Japanese Mitsuro hikime processa rare technique for achieving beautifully striated surfaces. Readers also learn professional approaches to mold making, casting, and post-cast finishing.Some key features include:Detailed projects demonstrating advanced carving and construction in hard and soft wax.Instructions for making and using Mitsuro, a traditional Japanese modeling wax.Professional texture and surface techniques for unique design finishes.Clear methodology for preparing, casting, and finishing jewelry forms.As noted by metalsmith and educator Charles Lewton-Brain, the text is clear and well organized, with large, excellent photographs illustrating each stage. The book is structured as an applied progression from Basic Wax Modeling, but it also stands alone as a comprehensive reference for advanced wax modelers.Rich with visual instruction and professional insight, Practical Wax Modeling is invaluable for jewelers, sculptors, teachers, and students of metal arts who seek precision and creative control in their casting process.Beautifully printed in hardcover (160 pages, 24 17 cm), this book remains one of the most respected technical manuals in the jewelry field, bridging the gap between craft practice and fine art metalwork. Deepen your mastery of lost wax design and casting through detailed, step-by-step visuals that reveal advanced techniques for crafting rings, brooches, and pendants. Explore the interplay of hard and soft wax, master unique texturing with the Japanese Mitsuro process, and refine your mold-making and finishing skills. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Hardcover. Zustand: new. Hardcover. Creating Steel Jewelry: Etching, Fusing, Keum Boo, Enameling, Stainless and More by Bette Barnett is a landmark manual and artistic reference for jewellers, blacksmiths, bladesmiths, and metal artists exploring the expressive possibilities of steel.Winner of the 2025 Silver Medal for Excellence at the Independent Book Publishers Awards, this hardcover volume (160 pages, over 300 colour illustrations) combines deep technical expertise with an innovative creative approach.Barnett presents a comprehensive study of steel as an artistic medium, covering low-carbon, stainless, and powdered metals. Each chapter offers a clear, step-by-step guide to essential techniques: etching, fusing gold and other metals, applying powdered metals, Keum Boo on steel, patination, enamelling, and protective sealing. The text is supported by hundreds of close-up photographs and practical charts designed for real workshop use.Contributors include Amanda Denison (UK), specialist in enamel on steel, and Andy Cooperman (USA), known internationally for his pioneering work with stainless steel. The foreword, written by master swordsmith Peter Johnsson (Sweden), situates Barnetts methods within a broader artistic and metallurgical tradition.Reviewers across the metalsmithing and blacksmithing communities praise the book for its clarity, adaptability, and inspiration. The techniques described can be applied not only to jewellery but also to blades, sculptural pieces, and forged decorative work, making this guide relevant to artisans working at any scale.Rich in both technical instruction and artistic insight, Creating Steel Jewelry is the most comprehensive and beautifully produced book available on the subject. It is a must-have reference for metal artists, jewellers, and craftspeople worldwide who wish to master the union of steel with colour, texture, and precious metals. This in-depth guide transforms steel into an expressive art medium, detailing techniques like etching, fusing metals, Keum Boo, enameling, and patination. Rich in over 300 color images and step-by-step instructions, it inspires metal artisans from jewellery makers to bladesmiths to master steel's vibrant potential. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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