--- product_id: 9359653 title: "Hot Connections Jewelry: The Complete Sourcebook of Soldering Techniques" brand: "jennifer chin" price: "VT12649" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/9359653-hot-connections-jewelry-the-complete-sourcebook-of-soldering-techniques store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Hot Connections Jewelry: The Complete Sourcebook of Soldering Techniques **Brand:** jennifer chin **Price:** VT12649 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Hot Connections Jewelry: The Complete Sourcebook of Soldering Techniques by jennifer chin - **How much does it cost?** VT12649 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/9359653-hot-connections-jewelry-the-complete-sourcebook-of-soldering-techniques) ## Best For - jennifer chin enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted jennifer chin brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![Hot Connections Jewelry: The Complete Sourcebook of Soldering Techniques - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/514arlgCS4L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐ The title promises more than the book delivers *by S***R on Reviewed in the United States πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ on August 18, 2011* When I bought this book, I expected it to be the be-all and end-all of soldering. It's not. This is not the "complete sourcebook of soldering techniques." In fact, it is not a book solely dedicated to "Hot Connections" at all. Much of the book's content is on jewelry making topics and techniques other than soldering.So, if you are looking for a complete sourcebook on soldering, you will need to continue looking.In a book dedicated to soldering, I expect the projects to feature soldering. Surprisingly, there are four projects that require no soldering at all. Out of the fifteen projects, only eight are soldering projects. As an example, why include a project on a forged chain requiring a minimum of soldering when you could have chosen a chain project where all the links are soldered?There are several soldering essentials that receive scant attention. For me, the most glaring omission is on positioning the work piece. Positioning and supporting the work piece to be soldered can be crucial to the success of the solder joint. Most of the soldering demonstrated in the book is done on a flat surface, so the set-up is relatively straightforward.What about pieces to be soldered that are not flat or that have to be supported in some way? This topic is only mentioned in passing. The soldering of the three tiered swan earrings pictured on the cover is not straightforward at all. I can't imagine soldering those earrings on a flat surface with just my torch and a soldering pick.Then again, that's why I bought the book, so I could learn how to solder designs like that.Jennifer Chin creates beautiful jewelry. She makes detailed, intricate pieces requiring soldering skill and precision. Her book looks like an exhibit catalogue, with picture after picture of exquisite jewelry. Sadly, it is not the "go-to" resource on soldering techniques. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Everything you need to understand soldering *by A***Y on Reviewed in the United States πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ on October 5, 2011* I have about 15 books now on metalworking, salvage art, and steampunk styles of jewelry. Most often, the instructions for soldering are vague and sometimes even scary. So at the jewelry class I take, I saw another student with this book.Fifteen minutes later I knew I had to order it. It explains everything, from metals and their differences, melting times, types of equipment, and qualities of each type of metal. Even more helpful than my class, the instructions in this are clear and easy to understand.Best of all, excellent photography highlights some beautiful jewelry, just to inspire you and show techniques. Sometimes it's not so much what to do but what not to do that is important, and this book clearly details it all.I'm very pleased, especially in that I can refer to this often in the future and get ideas, and constantly improve by using various types of equipment.Highly recommend! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Modern Book of Elegant Adornment *by D***X on Reviewed in the United States πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ on July 20, 2011* I just got this book today.After reading a few pages in each section, it seems as though the author actually put some thought into how the readers will understand this book!I found 'Hot Connections Jewelry' to be an easy-to-understand read. Jennifer is very in-depth on the methods that she describes, yet she's not wordy in the least.I love that this book is clean and uncluttered. It's a collection of necessary simplicities covering simple garage guerrilla methods to top shop jewelers' methods.I'd recommend this to anyone interested in gaining the knowledge to creating beautiful metal jewelry. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/9359653-hot-connections-jewelry-the-complete-sourcebook-of-soldering-techniques](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/9359653-hot-connections-jewelry-the-complete-sourcebook-of-soldering-techniques) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-06-04*