Publisher's Synopsis
Metalsmithing for beginners demystifies rotary tools and introduces different kinds of hotter small-space torches.The author lays out a lesson plan of techniques to help readers gain familiarity with soldering tools and methods. A practice sampler of metal tiles, to be worked on step by step, helps to hone skills in surface manipulation, stone setting, cold connections, and more. Once these skills are mastered in the sampler, you can undertake any (or all) of gorgeous projects included, and much more.
