This book will show you how to create silver jewellery using everyday tools, easy to obtain materials and following simple step-by-step instructions. You will explore the amazing possibilities that the combination of silver metal clay and traditional silversmithing techniques has to offer, and will learn basic aspects of design in order to develop your own unique style. You will be able to create silver pieces which capture and celebrate nature by the inclusion of botanical details, or create graceful pieces with echoes from history; you can create contemporary pieces or add a touch of whimsy to your designs. Whether you favour traditional or modern designs, when you make your own silver jewellery, the possibilities are endless. The book is full of easy to follow projects, with photographs, detailed instructions and inspiring examples. Working with silver has never been so easy! AUTHOR: Monica is an experienced jewellery designer/maker and teacher. She studied Art & Design at the University of Westminster (London), and has an Honours Degree in Early Childhood Studies from the University of Plymouth, and a City & Guilds Teaching Certificate. Monica enjoys helping people of all ages develop their creative skills and, to this end, established the Eclectic School of Jewellery and Design in December 2003. Having lived in London for 15 years, she moved to the South-West, to the charming village of Beer, where she has lived with her family since 2000.
120 colour illustrations