Indian Jewelry Making, Vol. 1 Paperback – January 1, 1977

I recommend this book 100%. You can tell the author put a lot of time and love into this little book. This book does not give step-by-step techniques for newbie metalsmithing BUT it does show you the process in stages by using photos and a brief description. It is more of an inspiration book showing fundamentals of the process. If you have any interest in Southwest Jewelry techniques, don't hesitate. This book is not super easy to find.

I love to hand made styles

I love this book! I have been inspired by Native American Jewelry for years. It shows you the history and steps to make fun pieces.

A better book for the beginning silver smith can not be found. Rather than having a few grainy and nebulous black and white pictures, this book is bright and clear full color photos from beginning to end. This was the very first book on jewelry making that I ever bought. That was back in 1976 and now I am using it for my students. If you are looking to try your hand at silver smithing, give it a go with this book. You won't be disappointed.

Clear, step-by-step photographs illustrate the construction of many of the elements of Southwestern-style jewelry. The accompanying text identifies the materials needed and the techniques used. Additional photographs show how the elements are assembled into finished pieces. Buttons and beads to rings, bracelets and necklaces, belt buckles and conchos, dress and hair ornaments, casting...it's all here. Beginning with a brief history of Navajo jewelry from around 1890 to present accompanied by photos of many vintage pieces, and interspersed with illustrated discussions of tool making and how-tos, this book will serve you well.

Bought as a used book, lots of useful information for anyone interested in the history of Indian Jewelry Making, or someone looking to learn more on how to make Indian Jewelry.

This book and Volume II are a must have for your library. It is jam packed with true Indian Jewelry and shows you how to make them. I have made several pieces and was very pleased with the results. These books are inexpensive so go and get them. You will love reading them; I sure do as I look at them all the time.

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Indian Jewelry Making: 001O. T. Branson welldone Hello from Germany, very good bookIndian Jewelry Making: 001O. T. Branson welldone Hello from Germany, very good book