Crafts

Precious Metal Clay Precious Metal Clay- An article and previous discussion by people interested in this medium. MED'A Creations MED'A Creations- Provides information, instruction, and certification courses for silver clay. Features an artist background section, jewelry gallery, and links to technical infor… Artique Artique- Includes an artist profile, art gallery, firing services and online registration for classes and events. Fimo Jewelry and Beads Fimo Jewelry and Beads- Information about making polymer jewelry and beads. Includes tutorials, lessons, and images. Glass Attic Glass Attic- Information and instruction on techniques, as well as various lesson pages, a listing of supply sources, information on tools, and problem solving. Also contains illu… Angel's Landing Angel's Landing- Selection of items designed by artist Judi Maddigan using push molds. Includes project instructions, links to suppliers, and a FAQ section. The Polymer Clayspot The Polymer Clayspot- Techniques and projects, gallery of works, help for the newbie, and an extensive FAQ area. Polymer Clay Central Polymer Clay Central- Detailed project information and online lesson area, as well as a featured artist section, a message board and chat forum. Sky Grazer Designs Sky Grazer Designs- Basic instructional area, extensive links section, image gallery of previous works, and a glossary section. Bergin Clarke Studio Bergin Clarke Studio- Residential School in Ireland, offering one and two week workshops in the techniques of silversmithing. Yotkov, Valentin Yotkov, Valentin- Designer/silversmith, reviving chasing and repousse in art metals. Specializes in chasing and repousse instruction. Based in New York. [English/Bulgarian/Italian] Silver Magazine Silver Magazine- Specializing in the field of silver, featuring the finest research with articles on antique English, Continental, and, Colonial American silver. Lochhead, Gordon Lochhead, Gordon- Scottish metal artist who specialises in cast silver sculptural work, working mainly to commission. Herman, Jeffrey Herman, Jeffrey- Professional silver repair from garbage disposal mishaps, to historically important tankards and tea services. Full restoration of fine silver pieces. Studio 925 Studio 925- Handcrafted contemporary silver, functional objects of art. Friedman Silversmiths Friedman Silversmiths- Silversmith who provides silver, gold, brass and metal restoration silver restorations. The Silversmith and Goldsmith Online The Silversmith and Goldsmith Online- Expert repairman, a creative designer, and a trusted retailer of both gold and silver jewelry, as well as estate jewelry and antiques. Thomas, Barry Thomas, Barry- British designer silversmith whose work follows clean lines, with an uncluttered appearance. Carries out commissions for private, ecclesiastical and corporate clien… O'Dwyer, Kevin O'Dwyer, Kevin- Irish silversmith, specializing in the design and creation of contemporary silverware. Colonial Metal Restorations Colonial Metal Restorations- Restoration and refinishing of antique and contemporary metals. Complete silversmithing services including silver, brass and gold plating. Witmond, B. M. Witmond, B. M.- Specialises in silver and gold reproduction and restoration of antique plate. Hart Gold and Silversmiths Hart Gold and Silversmiths- Designers and makers of handcrafted silver since 1908, creating unique pieces for individuals. Also offering ecclesiastical work. Biran, Avi Biran, Avi- A silversmith who won the Bezalel Prize for outstanding achievements and the prestigious Lucman Prize for Judaica. Read, Mark Read, Mark- Offers a wide range of metalsmithing, from hand crafted jewelry, sculpture, architectural to museum quality restoration. Society of American Silversmiths Society of American Silversmiths- Resource for anything relating to the silversmiths' art and craft. Artisan gallery, silver care, workshops, and library. National Heritage Ironwork Group National Heritage Ironwork Group- Worldwide organization focused solely on historic ironwork. National Ornamental and Miscellaneous Metals Association National Ornamental and Miscellaneous Metals Association- Trade association. Members fabricate everything from railings and driveway gates to structural and industrial products. North Carolina Society of Goldsmiths North Carolina Society of Goldsmiths- Non-profit organization supporting North Carolina area metalsmiths. Florida Society of Goldsmiths Florida Society of Goldsmiths- An organization for active metalsmiths, with five chapters within the state of Florida and many at-large members, created to aid and support other m… Creative Metal Arts Guild Creative Metal Arts Guild- The official metal arts guild of Portland, Oregon and surrounding areas. A non-profit offering education, networking, and exhibition opportunities. Monterey Bay Metal Arts Guild Monterey Bay Metal Arts Guild- Nonprofit that provides information, education, and support for Monterey Bay area metal artists. Metal Arts Guild of Canada Metal Arts Guild of Canada- Nonprofit that provides information, education and support for Canadian metal artists. SNAG The Society of North American Goldsmiths SNAG The Society of North American Goldsmiths- An organization for jewelers, designers and metalsmiths. International association that advances contemporary metalwork and jewelry. Pennsylvania Society of Goldsmiths Pennsylvania Society of Goldsmiths- Non-profit organization, support group for Pennsylvania area metalsmiths. Seattle Metals Guild Seattle Metals Guild- Organization of local area metalsmiths. Includes a list of events, member gallery, and newsletter. Houston Metal Arts Guild Houston Metal Arts Guild- Organization that promotes and supports metal workers in the greater Houston area. Metal Arts Guild San Francisco Metal Arts Guild San Francisco- Non-profit organization that promotes and supports metal workers and Bay Area jewelers. Baulines Craft Guild Baulines Craft Guild- Nonprofit guild based in California, provides support and services to area metalsmiths. MSG - Michigan Silversmiths Guild MSG - Michigan Silversmiths Guild- Nonprofit guild, a professional support organization for Michigan metal artists. Maille Artisans International League Maille Artisans International League- Dedicated to the art and industry of chainmail. Offers instructions, weaves, patterns, a gallery, rated links and chat groups. Society for Midwest Metalsmiths Society for Midwest Metalsmiths- A non-profit organization formed to promote, develop, educate, and encourage individuals who are interested in metalsmithing. Meetings, workshops,… High Wycombe Model Engineering Club High Wycombe Model Engineering Club- Buckinghamshire club that caters for all aspects of model engineering. Chingford and District Model Engineering Club Chingford and District Model Engineering Club- East London club with a miniature railway site, including steam and electric powered locomotives, and a well equipped workshop. (UK) Model Engineering Plans Model Engineering Plans- Plans for traction engines, workshop equipment, railway locomotives and internal combustion engines. Folkestone Engineering Supplies Folkestone Engineering Supplies- Suppliers of ferrous and non-ferrous metals and fasteners, delivery in the UK. On-line technical specifications for metals and common imperial and… St Albans Model Engineering Society St Albans Model Engineering Society- Society of model engineers with monthly meetings in Hertfordshire, UK. Annual exhibition, 3.5" and 5" raised track and lakeside meets. Model Engineer and Model Engineers' Workshop Magazines Model Engineer and Model Engineers' Workshop Magazines- Online model engineering magazines. The Wingrove Collection The Wingrove Collection- Gerald A Wingrove MBE and Phyllis Wingrove model car gallery. Pictures of scratch built 1/15 Scale model cars. Myford Ltd Myford Ltd- Manufacturer of machine tools, including lathes, cylindrical and surface grinders, milling machines and woodworking machines. Special offers and reconditioned equipmen… Little Samson Models Little Samson Models- Suppliers of drawings, castings and materials to build a live steam model traction engine (3", 4" and 6" scale) or a steam wagon (3" scale).