Metalsmith Society’s Guide to Jewelry Making – Signed Copy

I wrote Metalsmith Society’s Guide to Jewelry Making to be the resource I wish I had when I was first getting started. Drawing from my own experience as a working jeweler — and the questions I’ve heard again and again from beginners — this book walks you through the foundations of jewelry making in a clear, practical, and approachable way.

Inside, I break down the tools and materials you actually need to set up a functional workspace, without unnecessary overwhelm. I also guide you through essential — and often intimidating — techniques like sawing, stamping, annealing, soldering basics, and surface finishing, explaining not just how to do them, but why they matter.

Throughout the book, you’ll also find tips and insights submitted by the Metalsmith Society community — because at its core, this craft is about learning together, sharing knowledge, and helping one another grow at the bench.

The book includes ten beginner-friendly jewelry projects designed to build confidence and help you start thinking like a jeweler. These projects reinforce core skills while encouraging experimentation, problem-solving, and the development of your own design voice.

Whether you’re brand new to jewelry making, returning to the bench after time away, or looking for a reliable studio reference written by someone who actually does the work, this book remains a trusted starting point.

What You’ll Learn

• The essential tools and materials for jewelry making

• How to set up a functional home or studio workspace

• Core metalsmithing techniques explained step by step

• Common beginner challenges — and how to avoid them

• Ten guided projects to build skills and confidence

Who This Book Is For

• Beginner jewelers and metalsmiths

• Students and self-taught makers

• Creatives exploring jewelry as a new medium

• Anyone looking for a clear, practical introduction to the craft

Each copy includes a signed bookplate sticker placed inside the front cover, a small personal touch from me to you. Thank you for purchasing a copy from my small business!