Catalog Search Results
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
"With beautiful illustrations and step-by-step instructions, this how-to book includes all the techniques involved in crafting metal jewelry, including:--Cutting and filing--Cold connections--Soldering--Texturing--Forging and forming--Setting stones--Applying specialty finishesThe book's clear organization provides easy access to information with straightforward directions and hundreds of full-color photos. You'll also find easy projects for trying...
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
Bend, twist, shape, and polish with Cool Metalworking Projects! Kids can learn how to build a magnetic metal maze, design shoes with metal spring laces, and more! Each workshop project includes easy-to-read, step-by-step instructions paired with photographs. Budding craftspeople and engineers will love learning how to use the tools of the trade to make one-of-a-kind creations. --Publisher
Author
Language
English
Description
Chainmail Bottle Carriers is a starter guide to making useful, attractive and fun projects with metal and other materials. It is meant to help beginners to learn techniques and develop skills while providing options to go on beyond the projects presented to create new and unique designs. The book goes beyond simple sets of instructions to help the reader understand why and how to do things as well as what to do. It is intended both as a starting point...
Author
Language
English
Description
Get to know the ultimate skill for using your own two hands! The Art and Craft of the Blacksmith discusses a range of blacksmithing tools, techniques, and projects, from fundamental skills to advanced forging, as well as a gallery showcasing inspiring artists using innovative techniques today. Craftspeople making the transition from interest to hobby and beyond will find both inspiration and practical how-to projects in this comprehensive reference...
Author
Language
English
Description
From the leading magazine for metalworkers since 1898, Model Engineer, comes this curated collection of practical advice and useful tips anyone in the industry needs to know! Jam-packed with information that's as relevant today as it was during its original publication, spanning from the 1890s to the 1960s, Metalworkers' Hint and Tips include sections on lathes and lathe work, bench work, machine tools and accessories, electrical queries, and other...
Author
Language
English
Description
A skill that consists of precisely spacing cuts, dividing is a crucial technique for gear cutting and radial work on a metalworking lathe. This complete guide to dividing clearly explains its principles and covers everything a model engineer needs to know about dividing and several methods that can be achieved — from simple applications without specialized equipment to the use of a semi-universal dividing head and a rotary table. The mathematics...
Author
Language
English
Description
Joining metal by soft or hard soldering, or brazing with alloys, is a common practice in welding and engineering workshops. But have you ever given thought to whether there could be quicker, more efficient, and less expensive methods? An extremely comprehensive book for model engineers, Soldering and Brazing Handbook for Home Machinists thoroughly explains the processes, equipment, and materials, as well as what happens in the joints as they're being...
Author
Language
English
Description
As more and more people join the do-it-yourself revolution, they are breathing new life into many time-honored skills and crafts. Blacksmithing is among the trades that are enjoying a resurgence for both practical and artistic uses, yet there isn't an abundance of readily accessible information available to beginning blacksmiths to help them get started and understand the craft. Author Ryan Ridgway, a veterinarian and blacksmith with more than 15...
Author
Language
English
Description
Welding is a useful skill that is increasing in demand and the basic skills required are easy to learn! The Art of Welding is a clear and practical guide to understanding basic techniques for oxyacetylene welding, brazing, flame cutting and electric arc welding with mild steel, cast iron, stainless steel, copper, brass, and aluminum in sheet, plate, or cast form. Filled with comprehensive insight, practical exercises, scaled diagrams, tables of data,...
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Powerful bladesmithing techniques for advanced knife and sword makersDo you crave the challenge of making the 'perfect knife'?
Does your pride in your bladesmithing skills motivate you to take them to the next level?
Are you constantly inspired by popular bladesmithing TV shows, and want to improve and compare to the master bladesmiths present on them?
My name is Wes Sander, and like you, I too strive to better my bladesmithing craft and take it...
Author
Language
English
Description
For model engineers and small workshops that don't have access to sophisticated and expensive measuring equipment, this guide will show them how to sufficiently measure and mark themselves! Measuring and Marking Metals for Home Machinists will inform readers on how to use measuring equipment and how to mark out, which are essential skills for engineers and imperative for success. A comprehensive resource written by renowned expert engineer, Ivan Law,...
Author
Language
English
Description
This text contains a detailed guide to wrought ironwork, being a manual of instructions for rural craftsmen. It was prepared by the 'Rural Industries Bureau' to provide technical knowledge and provide apprentices with a basic introduction on this subject. Complete with simple, clear instructions and profusely illustrated, this text will be of much value to the novice ironworker, and it makes for a great addition to collections of antique literature...
Author
Language
English
Description
Is blacksmithing a lost art? Not according to this master craftsman. It might be one of the world's most ancient crafts, but it remains an exciting and essential one today. Percy W. Blandford presents twenty-four different projects: some are for novices, requiring only a few tools, improvised equipment, and a single propane torch; others call for the skill and equipment of an experienced smith. Projects include: Punches and chisels Traditional candlestick...
Author
Language
English
Description
An insightful resource for amateurs and model engineers, Electroplating for Home Machinists is a complete manual detailing the principles and practices of several forms and functions of plating. Featuring the techniques of depositing a thin metallic layer on an object for decoration, corrosion protection, electrical conductivity, wear resistance, and more, this guide provides solutions for small workshops looking to plate with any of the customary...
Author
Language
English
Description
Metal Lathe for Home Machinists is a project-based course that provides a complete introduction to the lathe and lathe metalworking. This book takes beginners through all the basic techniques needed to tackle a wide range of machining operations. Advance through a series of practice projects that teach how to use the lathe and develop essential skills through practical application. Contained 12 lathe turning projects to develop confidence and become...
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Powerful techniques for beginners in bladesmithing Have you ever felt like making a knife, and realized that reliable sources of information on bladesmithing were scarce and expensive? I, Wes Sander will share the secrets of creating knives that are easy to make yet strong and sharp.
If you are already a master bladesmith and know how to forge knives, then you can safely ignore this book.
But if you are someone that is a beginner, who wants to learn...
18) Kumihimo Wire Weaving: How to Make Wire Kumihimo Braids With Affordable Metals and Minimal Tools
Author
Language
English
Description
Powerful kumihimo techniques to make inexpensive wire jewelryDo you want to start kumihimo, but don't want to spend money on expensive metals?Are you a kumihimo braider, that is looking to challenge herself with wire projects?Are you afraid that doing kumihimo with wire might be difficult?Are you tired of making the same type of wire jewelry, over and over again?I, the author, also faced the same problems as you.I was scared of two things.One, I will...
Author
Language
English
Description
Artistic Metal Work Made Simple Fabulous works of metal art don't require expensive materials, dangerous tools, or special safety gear. Ordinary copper tubing and rolls of sheet copper are available at any hardware store or home center, and can be used for an infinite number of clever and creative craft items. Crafting with Copper gives readers complete plans and directions for 27 easy-to-build projects they'll be proud to display in home and garden,...
Author
Language
English
Description
Revised and newly updated, Making Metal Clockworks is an introduction to horology for the complete beginner. Explaining the terminology and general forms of clock construction, you'll learn about the necessary tools, materials, and methods and understand everything from and the layout of wheels and escapements to the making of wheels, pinions, pendulums, and so much more. With insightful details of how to make specialized items and advice on the most...
Didn't find it?
Can't find what you are looking for? Try our Materials Request Service. Submit Request