Eco Jewelry Handbook: A Practical Guide for a Healthy, Safe and Sustainable Studio, Book

This book, by author Christine Dhein is a resource for jewelers who are concerned about having a safe workplace where jewelry can be created in an eco-friendly way. Written specifically for small studios and school environments, the book is laid out in a summary format, looking at different chemicals and processes that are part of the jewelry-making environment, and the ecological impact of each one. Information and comparisons are shared to assist jewelers in making better choices when selecting potentially dangerous materials that are needed for their particular craft. Ms. Dhein encourages both awareness of materials used, and the use of common sense for a healthier, safer jewelry-making studio. The book is in three main parts:

• Part 1 - Health & Safety –chemicals –hazardous materials –equipment –techniques –ergonomics & injury prevention
• Part 2 - Bench Practices –conserving resources –running an efficient shop –capturing & reclaiming metals
• Part 3 - Materials Sourcing –mining –sourcing gemstones –third-party certifications –suppliers Christine Dhein is a jeweler, author and educator who developed a curriculum for the very first "green"-minded jewelry class, taught in 2008 at the Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts. She has taught, as well as lectured internationally about "green" jewelry-making practices. Additionally, she has written articles about environmentally friendly jewelry studio practices; she is the founder of the newsletter Green Jewelry News.

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Author: Christine Dhein
Subject: Environmentally Friendly Jewelry Making
Media: Book
Page count: 150 pages
Binding style: Soft-bound
Publisher: Brynmorgen Press
Year: 2018
Country of origin: China