The Complete Book of Jewelry Making

The Complete Book of Jewelry Making
Author: Carles Codina
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 168
Release: 2006
Genre: Jewellery making
ISBN: 1579903045

An illustrated introduction to the art of making jewelry, providing a review of metallurgy, describing basic and advanced techniques, examining various surfaces, and including step-by-step instructions for several projects.

Jewelry Making & Beading For Dummies

Jewelry Making & Beading For Dummies
Author: Heather Dismore
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 373
Release: 2011-03-04
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1118053427

Features step-by-step projects and full-color examples Create unique jewelry to wear with everything from jeans to a ball gown! Want to make your own jewelry? This easy-to-follow guide gives you lots of hands-on instruction in making simple, fabulous jewelry and working with beads. From wire wrapping and knotting to weaving and polishing, you'll get all the skills you need to make necklaces, bracelets, earrings, pins, key chains, wine charms and items for the home. Discover how to * Create funky and elegant designs * Work with leather, silver, and stones * String, knot, and weave beads * Avoid common mistakes * Host a trendy jewelry party

The Jeweler's Studio Handbook

The Jeweler's Studio Handbook
Author: Brandon Holschuh
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA
Total Pages: 177
Release: 2009-02-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 161673535X

Master the art and craft of metal jewelry making in your own home studio! Great jewelry is original, well-designed, and -- with the right tools -- can be created at home by the aspiring artist. The Jeweler's Studio Handbook guides you through the process of equipping your own jewelry studio and teaches you the techniques that will have you crafting one-of-a-kind metal jewelry in no time. Artist Brandon Holschuh walks you through planning your work space, selecting tools and materials, mastering basic metalwork techniques, and applying your new skills to twenty original pieces. In addition, The Jeweler's Studio Handbook encourages novel design, good organization and fearless experimentation, ensuring it will remain an invaluable resource for jewelry artists for years to come. Invites you into the world of the home jewelry artist, from workbench to gallery Teaches fundamental jewelry-making techniques -- hammering, soldering, riveting, and more -- in full-color photographs Illustrates the steps for crafting twenty beautiful pieces of metalwork jewelry, including rings, bracelets, earrings, and pendants Features gallery-quality jewelry from dozens of contributing artists

Jewelry Making and Beading For Dummies

Jewelry Making and Beading For Dummies
Author: Heather Heath
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 541
Release: 2013-03-26
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1118497813

Make bracelets, necklaces, earrings, rings, pins, key chains, and more Want to make jewelry and gifts from scratch? This new edition of Jewelry Making & Beading For Dummies provides the easy-to-understand information that makes it easy. Updated information on getting started and setting up the necessities of a jewelry maker's workshop New innovative ideas for materials such as making beads from scratch, customizing components like glass pendants, and up-cycling found objects for new creations Updated trends including Victorian, Steampunk, Indian-inspired, and wrap bracelets Advice on how to gain project ideas through websites like Pinterest without infringing on someone's rights New and updated information on setting up a storefront, turning your hobby into a business, and gaining exposure through Etsy.com, blogs, and social media sites From attaching clasps to working with wire to stringing beads, the companion DVD features watch-and-learn episodes that show you step-by-step how to create one-of-a-kind designs using beads, glass, found objects, special mementos, and more With hundreds of detailed photos—now featured in full-color—Jewelry Making & Beading For Dummies is the ideal resource you'll turn to again and again to create one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces and assorted gifts.

Teach Yourself Visually

Teach Yourself Visually
Author: Chris Franchetti Michaels
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 322
Release: 2007
Genre: Bead embroidery
ISBN: 1118083342

Photographs and step-by-step instructions explain how to create different types of jewelry using beads and wires, with explanations of basic and advanced techniques.

Basic Jewelry Making Techniques

Basic Jewelry Making Techniques
Author: Jinks McGrath
Publisher: Booksales
Total Pages: 120
Release: 1993
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN:

A guide to making jewelry at home, including orientation to tools, materials and techniques.

Extraordinary Jobs for Creative People

Extraordinary Jobs for Creative People
Author: Alecia T. Devantier
Publisher: Infobase Publishing
Total Pages: 177
Release: 2006
Genre: Business
ISBN: 1438111711

Ever wonder who wrangles the animals during a movie shoot? What it takes to be a brewmaster? How that play-by-play announcer got his job? What it is like to be a secret shopper? The new.

Encyclopedia of Jewelry-Making Techniques

Encyclopedia of Jewelry-Making Techniques
Author: Jinks McGrath
Publisher: Running Press Adult
Total Pages: 184
Release: 1995
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN:

Provides an overview of the basic equipment and techniques needed to work with traditional materials as well as plastic and acrylic.

The Complete Photo Guide to Jewelry Making, 2nd Edition

The Complete Photo Guide to Jewelry Making, 2nd Edition
Author: Tammy Powley
Publisher: Quarry Books
Total Pages: 291
Release: 2014-07
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1589238028

DIVThe ULTIMATE reference for all methods of jewelry making—a comprehensive guide for crafters and aspiring jewelry artists everywhere! /div

Jewelry Making

Jewelry Making
Author: Tim McCreight
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 178
Release: 2005-01-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0486440435

Easy-to-follow instructions and carefully executed illustrations make it possible for anyone to learn the basics of an age-old art form and fashion beautiful, lasting objects. Author discusses tools and techniques, use of gems and enamels, wire inlay, casting, and other topics. 72 line illustrations and diagrams.