Imaginative eye
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Jewlry artist James Baker combines his metalsmithing techniques with artfully cut gems to produce pieces that he termed as 'ancient future.' Among the techniques he uses are reticulation, sawing, filling, forging, soldering, fusing, chasing and repoussee.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 1997
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Touched with romance
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Jewelry designer Marianne Hunter of El Portal, CA fashions jewelry that incorporates precious stones and enamel. Her creative designs are noted for their rich mix of color and use of combined precious metals, such as gold and silver.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 1992
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Stamped metal jewelry
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The second part of a beginner metal jewelry stamping project is presented. This includes an 11-step instruction on how to punch holes, shape the pieces, create an antique finish, and polish.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 1997
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