Metalsmith's Book of Boxes and Lockets

This book is a follow-up to the highly successful "Jewelry Fundamentals of Metalsmithing" and has the same high quality photos and practical information. In addition to featuring scores of exciting boxes by contemporary designers from around the world, the book describes dozens of hinges, catches and construction techniques in practical detail. Intended for intermediate metalsmiths, this book will not only teach you how to make that special hinge, but get you excited about what to do with it.

Tim McCreight is a metalsmith, designer, author, and teacher. The author has been working in metals since 1970 and along the way has published more than a dozen books and made four videotapes. He has taught workshops in the United States, England, Canada, Mexico, and Japan. He writes for several magazines and consults for industry.