The art of soldering—permanently joining metal components with a torch and solder—can open up a new world of creative possibilities for jewelry makers.<br> <br>In <i>Hot Connections Jewelry</i>, award-winning jewelry designer Jennifer Chin guides you through every step, from choosing a torch to basic techniques like sawing, filing, and riveting, as well as more advanced techniques like creating surface textures, setting stones, and using inlay.<br> <br>With 23 in-depth lessons and 15 stunning projects, as well as inspiring examples from contributing artists, <i>Hot Connections Jewelry</i> is your essential guide to unleashing your creativity and confidence in jewelry making.<br>