Basics of Jewelry Metalworking

This book first gives a brief overview of the development and evolution of jewelry from ancient times to the present and from west to east, guiding readers to look at tradition and contemporary times with different eyes and angles. The middle part is the focus of the book, which helps readers master the basic techniques of metalworking from understanding the work area, strengthening safety awareness, configuring tools and equipment, to manual pattern making, metal bonding, and texture experiments. In addition, from wire sheets to jewelry products, various craft techniques and practical opportunities are included, leading everyone to have interesting discussions. Then, we summarize and express our own opinions and emotions based on the previous basic craftsmanship, thereby completing the comprehensive practice of jewelry design, which is also a step-by-step and persistent achievement. This book starts from the basics, is rich in cases, and has pictures and texts. It is suitable for reading and reference by teachers and students of jewelry majors, designers, craftsmen, and jewelry enthusiasts.