Enamelling (The Art of Crafts)
The exquisite beauty of enameled objects has been admired and treasured for centuries, from the religious artifacts of the Byzantines to the celebrated eggs of Fabergé. Now enthusiasts can discover just how simple it can be to learn and practice enameling in the home. In this new book, fully illustrated, step-by-step instructions are accompanied by numerous tips on simplifying technical procedures. Thus, novices will be able to produce lovely pieces as quickly as they learn the craft and progress to more advanced techniques. The book’s contents include advice on beginning, including tools and equipment; an introduction to opaque, transparent, and liquid enamels; instruction in advanced methods, including swirling, sgraffito, repoussé, and special jewelry techniques; and an extensive photo gallery illustrating work by today’s leading enamel artists.