Pewter craft
By: Sandy Griffiths
Publisher: Firefly Books
Published: 2010
Place of publication: Buffalo, NY
Language: eng
Number of pages: 144
ISBN-13: 9781554076031
Subjects: Étain, Travail de l'; Pewtercraft
Description: Pewter has strong hobbyist appeal in the crafts market. Easily punched, cut and modeled, pewter is perfect for relief work and embossing, and pewter work can be combined beautifully with other popular crafts, such as beading, woodworking and paper crafts. Modern pewter is also inexpensive, lead-free and readily available. Pewter Craft is a collection of 40 original projects that are easy to follow, quick to complete and encourage improvisation. Beginners will find clear instructions, while experienced crafters will find inspiration for personalized projects.
Table of contents: title: Intro; title: Materials and tools; title: Beginner & refresher exercises; title: Projects; title: Working with copper patina; title: Major project: Treasure-box book-tin; title: The art of pewter; title: Major project: Backgammon table; title: Major project: Wedding album; title: Jewelry; title: Kitchen & dining; title: Bathroom; title: Bedroom; title: Templates.