Metal clay is easy to work with, requires relatively few tools, and yields stunning jewelry that is 99.9% pure precious metal. With clear instructions and step-by-step photos, Irina Miech teaches how to make one-of-a-kind components you can use to create beaded necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and pins. You'll love the versatility of metal clay - and you'll love it when people ask, "Where did you get that beautiful piece?" Includes: Beginner projects - explore texture, add jewels, incorporate wire, bezel-set a gem, and more, Intermediate projects - cast and stamp with natural objects, work with porcelain, set cabochons, shape hollow-form beads, and try other exciting techniques, Gallery photos - build on the basic techniques and develop your own designs, Materials and tools chapter - get essential information on working with metal clay and benefit from advanced tips and techniques. Book jacket.