Pieh Tool

Combining Sheet, Clay, Mesh, Wire & More

Hettmansperger

“A good resource for those who want to get back to the basics of metalworking and metal clay ... Expect a lot of project ideas and a solid grounding in the basics.” - Art Jewelry Magazine, January 2012 issue
 
“The projects are easy to follow, and Hettmansperger's instructions can easily be adapted to any artist's own style. The combinations with [metal clay,] metal, and fiber techniques can inspire new ideas for all.” - Metal Clay Artist Magazine
 
“This book definitely opens a door of possibilities for anyone who has worked with metal sheet, metal clay, wire, or mesh. By showing how these can be combined, the book is sure to get your design wheels turning in your head!” - About.com: Jewelry Making
 
“The first half of Mary Hettmansperger's 128-page 'workshop in a book' covers materials, setting up studio space, equipment and tools, and a range of techniques: piercing, cutting, forging, and soldering sheet metal; shaping, texturing, and firing all types of metal clay; using cold connections; basic wirework; and a variety of patinas. Mary's personable approach makes the techniques and concepts manageable. The book includes 20 projects designed by Mary, many of which combine sheet metal, metal clay, and wire.” - Bead&Button
 
“Mixed Metal Jewelry Workshop combines metal clay with traditional metal forms including sheet metal, wire, and other embellishments in 20 jewelry projects. Also included are chapters on materials, tools, techniques and a proper workspace. Each project has step-by-step instructions, illustrations and photos. An inspirational gallery of photos of other artists' works runs throughout the book. Hettmansperger has been a crafts teacher for 25 years and has taught at the Bead & Button Show. A frequent magazine contributor, she appears regularly on the PBS program “Beads, Baubles & Jewels.” Her other books include: Wrap, Stitch, Fold & Rivet: Making Designer Metal Jewelry and Fabulous Woven Jewelry: Plaiting, Coiling, Knotting, Looping & Twining with Fiber & Metal.” - BeadStyle

McCreight and Friedlich

It has been ten years since Mitsubishi Materials Corporation developed and patented Precious Metal Clay. The first decade of PMC has seen tremendous growth, not only in the development of additional forms of the material, but in the innovative ways that artists are using metal clay to create unique and exciting works. This high quality presentation book will be the first to showcase the best work being done around the world.

McCreight

Full color, dozens of photos and illustrations
Hardcover with jacket, sewn binding

Every once in a while, dedicated artists and students are lucky enough to study with someone who had researched and mastered a specific technique. In this book, ten leading artists teach their specialty, with clarity, care, and passion:

• Tonya Davidson-PMC Syringe
• Celie Fago-Making Hinges
• Jennifer Kahn-PMC Bezels
• Doris King-Fusing Sterling and PMC
• Terry Kovalcik -Developing Form with Slip
• Noortje Meijerink-PMC on Ceramic
• Kelly Russell-Using Stencils with PMC
• Barbara Simon -Lampworking and PMC
• CeCe -WireWater Etching on PMC
• J. Fred Woell-Coreless Beads

Landenwitch

This is a hardcover, full color book that focuses specifically on setting gems. Through photos, illustrations, and clear instructions, Jeanette demonstrates more than 30 ways to set stones. These include traditional bezels but goes further to discuss pavé, channel setting, and many innovative alternatives. In addition you'll find inspirational work made by talented artists from around the world.

McCreight

Since Precious Metal Clay (PMC) was introduced to artists in the United States three years ago, thousands of jewelers, beadmakers and polymer clay artists have discovered its huge potential. Until now the only text on the subject has been a translation of a Japanese book, but that's about to change. Tim McCreight, one of the first American designers to work with PMC, has created an information-filled book suited to beginners and professionals. The first section consists of 50 projects that teach how to use the material by showing specific applications. Use these ideas or modify them to make your own work - either way you'll find a wealth of information on every page. A second section includes 25 techniques, while a third part describes 15 tools you can make for yourself. This is a must-have book for anyone interested in this revolutionary new material.