Using Gemstones for Health and Well-Being Have you ever been mysteriously drawn to a turquoise or amethyst bracelet, or chosen to wear the same amber necklace for weeks on end? Perhaps you intuitively recognized in those stones the power to heal an ailment or mood—a capacity that has been attributed to many gems for centuries. This approachable, illustrated guide outlines the beneficial properties ascribed to dozens of gems (for example, onyx is said to protect against negativity) and includes instructions for making more than 50 pieces of jewelry using healing stones. Stitch elegant branch earrings of coral and pearl (which reduces irritability), or an intricate citrine bracelet that will improve your disposition. Other projects include a rosary, prayer beads, and a beautiful circle of life brooch.

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An authoritative introduction to all aspects of lapidary. Learn the processes, tools and equipment of each branch of this fascinating hobby, from techniques, getting started the right way and determining which tools will work best to achieve specific results. Discover the considerable rewards of tumbling rocks, making cabochons, carving gem materials, lapping, cutting spheres, making beads and faceting. Book includes a coherent overview of a vast and complex field, from the elements of getting started to studio visits with lapidary artists.

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This book offers beginning and intermediate metalsmith instruction in a clear and insightful manner. It is lavishly illustrated, both with demonstration photos taken in the author and 39;s studio and with photos of completed jewelry from a wealth of talented artists. Subjects include Cutting and bending Pattern, texture and contour Fusing and soldering Cold connections Finishing and patinas Stone setting Mechanisms and chains Casting

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Making jewelry at a professional level has never been so simple. The inexpensive materials and cleverly adapted traditional methods featured int his book make success inevitable. A book for all skill levels. Every technique is photographed step-by-step with thorough explanation of common pitfalls and how to avoid them. Includes more than 50 original and stunning projects such as an octagonal ring, domed ear studs, a forged choker, and a brass bangle. The valuable introduction presents basic skills of simple jewelry making, how to build a collection of tools, types of metal to use, and the best design techniques.

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Learn To Create Fabulous Jewelry. Eye-catching designs, whether traditional or contemporary, provide jewelry with real beauty and lasting value. Learn how to create such works of art, beginning with simple projects that focus on the basics of jewelry making. Large color photographs and fully illustrated step-by-step instructions make every step a snap. You and 39;ll learn to Choose the tools, equipment and materials that are right for you Weigh, measure and cut various metals and stones Assemble, decorate and put a professional finish on every completed piece Then you and 39;ll advance to more challenging techniques and complex designs, mastering over 50 jewelry making techniques in all, from piercing and drilling to stone-setting and enameling. This book includes all the guidelines and advice you and 39;ll need to enjoy jewelry making for years to come.

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Crocheted Fiber Necklaces, Bracelets and More Two hot topics in one book—crochet and jewelry. Here and 39;s something special for crocheters who want to go beyond hats and afghans and for jewelry makers looking for new and adventurous ways to create jewelry. The 40 projects come from the finest contemporary crochet artists, and range from sleekly modern to whimsical, starched to felted, and boldly modern to daintily elegant. Create chunky rope bracelets out of large cord or a beaded tapestry pattern in a geometric cuff. Make a formidable design statement with a head-turning choker featuring a dragon and floral motifs. All the items use familiar stitches, as well as unusual techniques such as tapestry, Irish, and bead crochet, and some incorporate chains, pendants, and earwires for a finishing touch. Softcover.

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Using the techniques that scrapbookers love most and know best-including image and photo transfer-they can quickly create beautiful memento-filled jewelry. Crafters need only take familiar beads, brads, buttons, decorative paper, and other embellishments as a starting point and incorporate them into unique and personalized pieces. Its amazingly simple to do, and the projects—arranged by type—include bracelets, necklaces, earrings, lapel pins, and lockets. Take a picture of baby and make it into a charm for a bracelet. Turn lucky coins into lovely earrings. Emboss a photo of a memorable birthday celebration and transform it into a necklace. Every item is something to treasure.

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Create Fabulous Jewelry with Your Scrapbook Supplies. Discover new ways to use your collection of scrapbook supplies to create fun and beautiful jewelry. Step-by-step photos and complete materials lists make it easy to combine wire, beads and the hottest scrapbooking embellishments to create a stunning array of necklaces, earrings, bracelets and more. With over 25 stylish projects, there and 39;s something for everyone. Find practical advice for getting started in jewelry making, as well as new uses for the most popular scrapbooking embellishments Discover variation ideas for every project, with tips on personalizing and making your projects unique Learn to make a variety of jewelry pieces that follow the latest design trends

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25 Original Designs, from Earrings to Corsages The vintage look is hot. Beginning jewelers can update their own collections with these timeless, handmade pieces that bring individual flair to even the most basic outfit. There is a chapter here on every decade from the refined elegance of the 1910s through the chic glamour of the 1950s, and 25 inspiring projects to explore each one. An art nouveau flower choker, trellis cluster earrings, Egyptian disc necklace the wealth of styles and endless color possibilities make this collection of sophisticated designs truly extraordinary. There is also a comprehensive techniques section with lavish photography to guide the novice through all the basics, from working with wire to sewing on sequins.

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Major Works by Leading Jewelers What awesome craftsmanship appears throughout this unique volume—the zenith of an art that marries the worlds most exceptional gems with exquisitely-honed metal designs. Approximately forty of the worlds top jewelers present expertly-fashioned settings that embrace a diversity of styles and techniques, including pav?, channel, invisible, gypsy, wire, and tension. Christoph Kr?henmanns creations display a fabulous fusion of Swiss artisanship and American ingenuity, old world elegance and contemporary chic. Paula Crevoshays jewelry focuses on the way gems make light tangible; she is considered by many to be one of the finest colorists today. And Kent Raible finds his inspiration in the opulent, intricate gold work of antiquity. Whether encrusted with diamonds or emphasizing just one glimmering stone, all these bejeweled pieces are simply stunning.

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