I recently came across 2 books which id like to recommend to you. Both are by a company called Vintaj, there both very similar books but have great ideas in, which I'm sure I'm going to use in my Fashion Magpie Jewellery designs from now on.
The first of the two is called mixed metals. This book teaches you the techniques for patinas, image transfers, etchings, embossing, distressing, riveting, hammering, melt art and more. The book is easy to use with straight forward guides step by step. One technique i really want to use is the image transferring on to metal, I've just added Commission Designs to my website and i think this technique would be great to use.
The second of the books is called Vintaj jewelry. This books shows you the basic techniques for stamping, using ink, dap, imprint, texture and riveting blanks.This is a great book if you just want to know what Vintaj design is all about.
After reading through the books i found they have a website also with even more beautiful and inspiring designs to make. Click Here for website.
Heres some designs i love the most, click on the titles to be taken to the design.
Guarded heart
Surf and turf
Alive at sunset