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GeMStOneS MASteRS: Major works by Leading Jewelers, Revere. 39 master contemporary jewelry artists display a range of their work, utilizing the world’s most exceptional gems with exquisitely honed metal designs—with hundreds of stunning color photos, design details and brief artist commentaries. Styles and techniques on display include: pave, channel, invisible, gypsy, wire and tension. 324 pgs., ISBN 978-1-57990-832-4, $24.95 HOw yOu CAn Cut And POLISH GeMS IntO VALuABLe JeweLS, Smith. An innovative guidebook that includes color-coded charts covering over 80 gemstones in five lapidary categories, as well as equipment, polishing compounds and procedures. 102 pgs., ISBN 0-9765603-05, $19.50

HOw tO tuMBLe POLISH ROCKS IntO GeMS, VOL. 1, Smith. The “secrets of the pros” are set forth in instructions, guidelines, and methods developed over 40 years. 102 pgs., ISBN 0-9765603-1-3, $18.95

GeM tuMBLInG And BAROQue JeweLRy MAKInG, Victors. Excellent guide for the rockhound who plans to tumble-polish their own stones. Features step-by-step practical advice, and includes instructions on building your own tumbler. 58 pgs., $5.50

IntROduCtIOn tO LAPIdARy, Kraus. Covers the processes, tools and equipment for every branch of lapidary art. Designed to help the reader choose a technique, get started the right way, and determine which tools will work best. 196 pgs., ISBN 0-8019-7266-3, $21.95

CReAte JeweLRy PeARLS: Luxurious designs to Make and wear, Blessing & Hogsett. Jewelry makers will revel in this in-depth look at the pearl, complete with clear step-by-step project instructions, 20 stylish designs for stringing and bead weaving, and sidebars on the history, science and culture of pearls. 119 pgs., ISBN 1-59668-023-7, $22.95

CReAte JeweLRy CRyStALS: dazzling designs to Make & wear, Blessing & Hogsett. Showcasing the sparkle & shine of crystal, the editors of Beadwork Magazine have compiled 20 stunning designs in three main categories: Classic, Special Occasion, and Fashion-Forward. Original designs include easy-to-follow instructions and illustrations. 128 pgs., ISBN 978-1-59668-022-7, $22.95

JeweLeR’S dIReCtORy OF GeMStOneS: A Complete Guide to Appraising and using Precious Stones from Cut and Color to Shape and Settings, Crowe. Provides the insider knowledge needed to make accurate judgments of gemstones, to recognize gemstone quality, and to make a good buy rather than a bad one. Includes sources and trading, settings, cutting and faceting, spotting synthetics and fakes and other vital information. 176 pgs., ISBN 1-55407-166-6, $29.95

tHe AnCIent ARt OF GeM CuttInG: Secrets Revealed! (dVd), Fletcher. This DVD provides an excellent overview and detailed instruction on the faceting process, as well as general information on grading gems, polishing, and the history of gems and their geographical origins. Recom-mended for beginners as well as more advanced designers looking for faceting tips. Running time is 120 minutes. $59.95

wyKOFF LAPIdARy BOOKS:Author, Gerald L. Wykoff teaches how to polish and cut gems like a pro, as well as how to make money from your lapidary skills. Comprehensive overviews of the tools and equipment required, plus detailed instructions on proven lapidary techniques fill these volumes.

teCHnIQueS OF MASteR GeM POLISHInG, 311 pgs, ISBN 0-9607892-9-4, $25.00MASteR GeMCuttInG tIPS, 166 pgs, ISBN 0-9607892-78, $17.95PROFItS In LAPIdARy, 197 pgs, ISBN 0-9607892-8-6, $19.95

OPAL CuttInG MAde eASy dVd, $29.99

OPAL CuttInG MAde eASy—tHe VIdeO. Covers basic instructions for the beginner, cutting black Mexican and Boulder opal, doublets and triplets, carving opal, and more. $29.95

JeweLRy HAndBOOK: How to Select wear & Care for Jewelry, Newman. A practical guide to selecting the right jewelry for your lifestyle, budget and body type. Learn everything you’ll need to get maximum enjoyment from your jewelry purchases: which metals and mountings to choose, and which styles and gemstones will complement your features. Illustrated in full color. 180 pgs., ISBN 0-929975-38-3, $19.95

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wIRe JeweLLeRy: 25 Crochet and Knit wire designs to Make, Pullen. Explores the art of using wire, beads and gemstones with knitting and crochet techniques to create unique jewelry. Projects include brooches, necklaces, chokers, earrings, pendants, bracelets and headdresses. 179 pgs., ISBN 1-86108-414-5, $14.95

ALL wIRed uP: wire techniques for the Beadworker and Jewelry Maker, Lareau. Make wire-wrapped cabochons, many different types of necklaces, and the strongest wire hook and eye clasp. Includes step-by-step instructions, 260 detailed line drawings and a color gallery of wirework from various artists. 128 pgs., ISBN 1-883010-73-X, $21.95.

MOOdS In wIRe: An extended Guide to the Fine Art of wirewrapping, 2/e, Sinclair. Combines Moods in Wire with Moods in Brass & Glass. Divided into two sections, this is a comprehensive guide to the fine art of wire wrapping. Describes the basic tools and materials needed to make bracelets, earrings, pendants, and more. 192 pgs., ISBN 0-9640483-3-7, $29.95

GettInG StARted MAKInG wIRe JeweLRy And MORe, Chandler and Ritchey. Learn where and how to shop for beads, how to choose the right kind of gauge or wire, and what tools you’ll need. Discover how to make basic jewelry components such as loops, jump rings, and connectors; create and proudly wear the earrings, rings, brace-lets; or make and give wire-decorated cards. 112 pgs., ISBN 1-931499-87-X, $16.95

eLeGAnt wIRe JeweLRy: Contemporary designs & Creative techniques, Frey. Find out how easy it is to craft beautiful jewelry from wire using readily available tools. Techniques include: coiling, wrapping, hammering, looping and more. Twenty-one projects are clearly illus-trated and explained with step-by-step instructions. Hard Cover, 112 pgs., ISBN 978-1-57990-908-6, $24.95

COnteMPORARy BeAd And wIRe JeweLRy, Mornu & Tourtillott. From funky to eclectic, the designs reflect a range of inventive techniques and can be worked with simple hand tools (no soldering required). Introductory chapter presents the necessary supplies and materials, and basic techniques. Hard cover 128 pgs., ISBN 1-57990-700-6, $24.95

SILVeR wIRe JeweLRy: Projects to Coil, Braid & Knot, Peterson. Make elegant sophisticated jewelry designs using silver wire. Learn the basics of plying wires and coil construction; and incorporate beads and pearls into your designs. 80 pgs., ISBN 1-57990-645-1, $14.95

wOndeRFuL wIRe & BeAd CRAFtS, Baskett. Make over 50 projects using different wires, stones, beads, and more! Discover the healing powers and qualities attributed to various beads and stones, and how to use them to craft lovely jewelry pieces. 128 pgs., ISBN 1-4027-0615-4, $14.95

COnteMPORARy wIRe wRAPPed JeweLRy, Leonard & Kappele. Clear, concise text, detailed photos, and full size patterns accompany twelve projects. A section on designing from scratch teaches you the skills needed to create your own original jewelry. Lay-flat binding. 144 pgs., ISBN 0-935182-71-3, $15.95

CHIneSe KnOtS FOR BeAded JeweLRy, Millodot. Learn to make original necklaces and bracelets using decorative Chinese knots, beads, pendants and semi-precious stones. Sixteen stunning projects are presented in simple-to-follow photos with instructions. 80 pgs., ISBN 0-85532-968-8, $19.95

wIRe & BeAd CeLtIC JeweLRy: 35 Quick & Stylish Projects, Jones. Learn the step-by-step approach to creating Celtic styled rings, bangles, kilt pins, charm bracelets and necklaces. Includes innovative and decorative jig pattern designs. 128 pgs., ISBN 978-1-904991-56-4, $19.95

MAKInG wIRe JeweLRy: 60 Projects in Silver, Copper & Brass, Clegg. No soldering required! Create 60 handcrafted wire jewelry pieces from step-by-step illustrations with handy material lists, hints and suggestions. 112 pgs., ISBN 1-57990-002-X, $18.95

wOVen wIRe JeweLRy: Contemporary designs & Creative techniques, Chandler & Ritchey. An excellent introduction to the world of weaving and braiding precious metals. Photo illustrated, with step-by-step instructions covering techniques, tools and supplies. 136 pgs., ISBN 1-931499-57-8, $21.95

GReAt wIRe JeweLRy: Projects and techniques, Peterson. Handcraft distinc-tive jewelry based on Old English designs and techniques designed by Vikings. Step-by-step diagrams and 70 projects—from easy to challenging. Hard cover, 60 pgs., ISBN 1-57990-093-3, $14.95

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tHe COMPLete MetALSMItH, McCreight. Tools and techniques for producing metal jewelry. A best-selling workshop manual, abundantly illustrated. Spiral bound, 200 pgs., ISBN 0-87192-240-1, $14.95.

tHe COMPLete MetALSMItH, Student edItIOn, McCreight. A con-densed version of the best-seller that is designed as a primer for entry-level/ student metalsmiths or their teachers. 154 pgs., ISBN 1-929565-06-2, $14.95

tHe COMPLete MetALSMItH, PROFeSSIOnAL edItIOn, McCreight. This revised and reformatted version of the original Complete Metalsmith is almost three times larger and includes additional material and a new hard cover. Particular care is paid to the thoroughness of its content and ease-of-use. 312 pgs., ISBN 1-929565-05-4, $30.00

tHe COMPLete MetALSMItH, PRO PLuS edItIOn, McCreight. Contains the same material as the Professional Edition, but with an added CD ROM that contains the full text of the book as a printable PDF, instructional video clips, and electronic versions of two of the author’s other books: Practical Jewelry Rendering and Design Language. $45.00

MetALSMItH’S BOOK OF BOXeS And LOCKetS, McCreight. This guide teaches metalsmiths how to create intriguing boxes with smooth sliding hinges, disappearing seams, and catches that click with confi-dence. Hard cover, 144 pgs., ISBN 1-929565-23-2, $29.99

MetALS teCHnIC, McCreight. Collec-tion of articles written by 12 leaders in the fine metals and jewelry design field. Topics include as patination, depletion gilding, hydraulic die forming and reticulation. 160 pgs., ISBN 0-9615984-7-6, $17.95

tHe CRAFt OF SILVeRSMItHInG: techniques, Projects, Inspiration, Austin. Create twenty shimmering, sophisticated silversmithed projects, from wearables to home accessories, using different hammers, stakes and other simple tools. An accessible introduction to silversmithing from beginning to intermediate levels. 160 pgs., ISBN 978-1-600059-131-0, $17.95

PRACtICAL JOInInG: A Bench Reference for Jewelers, McCreight. From author, Tim McCreight, comes another helpful tool for the jewelry craft-sperson covering a wide range of joining techniques. Traditional techniques like rivets and brazing are covered here, as are modern adhesives and laser welding. Fully indexed and illustrated. 102 pgs., ISBN 1-929565-16-X, $18.95

MAKInG SILVeR CHAInS: Simple techniques, Beautiful designs, Waszek. Making your own silver chains is surpris-ingly easy by hand, and you don’t need specialized equipment or tools— everything is available at jewelry-supply and hardware stores. 112 pgs., ISBN 1-57990-183-2, $14.95

SILVeRSMItHInG, Finegold. The best book on the market! The subject of silversmithing is covered from spout to handle, and from foot to lid. Diagrams, photos and illustrations enhance this in-depth, how-to book. Hard cover, 480 pgs., ISBN 0-8019-7232-9, $39.95

tHe tHeORy & PRACtICe OF GOLdSMItHInG, Brepohl. The author defines, describes and demonstrates topics such as metals, chemicals, hand-working skills, silversmithing, machine tools, joining techniques, electroplating, settings and much more with over 550 photos and 100 charts. Hard cover, 560 pgs., ISBN 0-9615984-9-2, $70.00

MAKInG MetAL JeweLRy: Projects, techniques, Inspiration, Gollberg. Create a variety of chic, contemporary jewelry—without using solder or a torch. Cold- connecting metal tools are inexpensive and readily available, and it’s a great springboard for your own designs. 112 pgs., ISBN 1-57990-812-8, $14.95

GOLdSMItHInG & SILVeR wORK: Jewelry, Vessels & Ornaments, Codina. Take your goldsmithing and silver work to the next level using time-honored tech-niques in new and innovative ways. This authoritative resource will help you find new creative possibilities using inven-tive advanced techniques. 160 pgs., ISBN 1-60059-134-5, $19.95

PRACtICAL CAStInG, McCreight. Excellent textbook about lost wax models, investing, burnout and other procedures. Clear descriptions with hundreds of drawings of small scale casting. 160 pgs., ISBN 0-96159-845-X, $18.95

GettInG StARted MAKInG MetAL JeweLRy, Lareau. Popular author of All Wired Up, Mark Lareau, has written this book expressly for beginners. Learn the jargon, processes, and techniques of cutting, drilling, soldering, hammering and polishing. Each project builds on the preceding one, enabling you to master each basic skill. 111 pgs., ISBN 978-1-59668-025-8, $19.95

SIMPLe SOLdeRed JeweLRy & ACCeSSORIeS: A Crafter’s Guide to Fashioning necklaces, earrings, Bracelets & More, Bluhm. Create striking jewelry and unique home decorations featuring soldered glass frames displaying art. Learn a range of techniques from beginning to advanced using simple microscope slides to start; moving on to various small, round and unusual shapes. 144 pgs., ISBN 978-1-60059-030-6, $24.95

SMItHInG MAde SIMPLe: Make and Repair Gold or Silver Jewelry: Sizing, Setting, Soldering (dVd), Meier. Award winning professional designer and veteran goldsmith, Ron Meier, shares his 30 years of experience in the techniques and processes used in working with precious metals. Learn how to create a pendant & bail, setting, finishing, sizing and other techniques. Exceptional production quality. Running time is 120 minutes. $59.95

JeweLRy: Fundamentals of Metalsmithing, McCreight. Presents the craft of metalworking accessibly to even the most inexperienced beginner. Full-color illustrations and photos, along with concise, easy-to-follow instructions, covers every essential element of metalsmithing. 144 pgs., ISBN 1-880140-29-2, $29.95

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tHe ARt & CRAFt OF MAKInG JeweLRy: A Complete Guide to essen-tial techniques, Gollberg. This complete guide to jewelry making techniques offers a wealth of information on materials, tools and methods; essential skills and tech-niques from enameling to casting to stone setting and more. Thirteen projects are outlined with detailed guidelines, full-color photos and illustrations. 176 pgs., ISBN 1-57990-570-6, $27.95

BASIC JeweLRy MAKInG teCHnIQueS, McGrath. Learn every aspect you need to know to get started–the essential tools to buy and suggestions for workshop designs. All the techniques are explained with precise notes and illustra-tions. 112 pgs., 0-87349-715-5, $24.99.

JeweLRy MAKInG teCHnIQueS BOOK, Olver. Guidebook for blending over 50 simple techniques, such as cutting, forming, soldering, casting and stone-set-ting with more sophisticated methods for creating eye-catching jewelry. 128 pgs., ISBN 1-58180-210-2, $22.99

FLAMewORKInG: Creating Glass Beads, Sculptures & Functional Objects, Mears. Learn to manipulate hot glass to make beautiful flameworked objects that you’ll assemble into larger pieces. Contains 11 skill exercises and 11 inspiring projects. 174 pgs., ISBN 1-57990-741-5, $19.95

MARKetInG And SeLLInG yOuR HAndMAde JeweLRy: the Complete Guide to turning your Passion Into Profit, Lareau. This is the only book that focuses on marketing and selling of handmade jewelry in the craft market. Learn from the author’s 20 years of knowledge, wisdom and experience as a jewelry making and marketing mentor. 94 pgs., ISBN 1-59668-024-5, $21.95

JeweLRy MAKInG FOR Fun & PROFIt, Musante & Nerius. Teaches the basics of jewelry making and how to turn those skills into cash. Learn to sell your creations at craft shows, shops and other outlets; pricing and record keeping; good business practices, and vital jewelry crafting knowledge and skills. 341 pgs., ISBN 0-7615-2044-9, $19.95

deSIGn LAnGuAGe, McCreight. One hundred art-related terms are struc-turally and etymologically examined. Learn design by using vocabulary to explore style, form and composition. Hard cover, 191 pgs., ISBN 0-9615984-6-8, $10.95

HeALInG JeweLRy: using Gemstones for Health & well-Being, Baskett. Discover the spiritual characteris-tics attributed to the stones and beads featured over 50 jewelry projects. Whether to promote relaxation or inspire confi-dence, these designs are all about enhancing your well-being. 128 pgs., ISBN 978-1-4027-3518-9, $14.95

MAKInG JeweLRy wItH GeMStOne BeAdS, Case. Create beautiful beaded gemstone jewelry from a dazzling range of 32 precious, semi-precious and ornamental stones. Using agate, jade, garnet, tourmaline, peridot and other stones create eye-catching jewelry from earrings and accessories to necklaces and bracelets. Easy-to-follow techniques with clear artwork and stunning photography ensures flawless results. 128 pgs., ISBN 978-0-7153-2594-0, $19.99

tHe COMPLete BOOK OF JeweLRy MAKInG, Codina. Learn every aspect of jewelry making in this large source book filled with the essential details on every technique you will need. Includes expert advice from professionals in the field and bonus projects to complete. 160 pgs., ISBN 1-57990-304-5, $19.95

JeweLeR’S dIReCtORy OF deCORAtIVe FInISHeS: From enameling and engraving to Inlay and Granulation, McGrath. An indispensable reference for anyone working with base and precious metals. Illustrated samples, step-by-step instructions, and practical advice on how to create each finish, help you create each technique. 128 pgs., ISBN 0896891933, $24.99

JeweLRy MAKInG tIPS And tRICKS OF tHe tRAde, Keeffe. A comprehensive introduction to the basic skills of jewelry making that makes creating professional quality jewelry an easy to learn process. Using inexpensive materials, create more than 30 stunning projects, with techniques clearly photographed, and likely pitfalls explained. 128 pgs., ISBN 0-87349-650-7, $24.99

FIndInGS & FInISHInGS, Bateman. The right findings and finishings transform humdrum jewelry into stunning accesso-ries. This essential guide shows you how to “focus on the details” to move your skills to the next level. 116 pgs., ISBN 1-931499-40-3, $21.95

tHe enCyCLOPedIA OF JeweLRy- MAKInG teCHnIQueS: A Compre-hensive Visual Guide to traditional and Contemporary techniques, McGrath. Covers acrylics, etching, inlaying, enamel-ing, casting, stamping, blanking, patinating, oxidizing and chain making. Instructions and step-by-step color photos make every entry easy to understand. Hard cover, 176 pgs., ISBN 1-56138-526-3, $27.95

JeweLeR’S ReSOuRCe: A Reference of Gems, Metals, Formulas and terminology for Jewelers, Knuth. A practical tool for the bench jeweler or student, and the most complete counter reference available for the retail jeweler. Easy to follow text and illustrations. Spiral-bound, 112 pgs., ISBN 0-9643550-3-5, $21.95

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new dIReCtIOnS In MetAL CLAy: 25 Creative Jewelry Projects, Wire. Learn all the basics from a leader in the field, from types of clay, tools needed and work-space setup, to all the latest techniques and designs being used today. Each project is fully illustrated with clear instructions for beginners to advanced jewelry makers. 144 pgs., ISBN 978-1-57990-489-0, 24.95

MetAL CLAy JeweLRy: Projects, techniques & Inspiration, Duhamel. This book has it all—from the basics of the medium to over 20 projects utilizing origami folding with paper clay, sculpting with pate clay, enameling, hollow forms and much more. Fully illustrated, with step-by-step instructions. 143 pgs., ISBN 1-58180-785-6, $22.99

MetAL CLAy: tHe COMPLete GuIde: Innovative techniques to Inspire Any Artist, Truty. This thorough guide to metal clay jewelry features step-by-step instructions and basic information about materials and processes beginner and advanced artists can use for a lifetime. Techniques include: rolling, forming, drying, setting, polishing and firing. 450 photos and illustrations. 256 pgs., ISBN 978-0-89689-430-3, $29.95

PMC teCHnIC: A Collection of techniques for Precious Metal Clay, McCreight, Ed. Learn ten different techni-cal approaches to precious metal clay by ten leading professional artists in the field. Clear descriptions, helpful illustrations, and beautiful photographs make these advanced techniques easily understood and exciting. Hard Cover, 120 pgs., ISBN 1-929565-21-6, $30.00 PMC deCAde: the First ten years of Precious Metal Clay, McCreight. This book gathers for the first time, work by design leaders in the PMC field from around the world. Over 200 full-color pages of wide-ranging designs are presented, along with several essays on the potential and science of PMC, an index of contributing artists and a chronology of PMC development. Hard cover, 251 pgs., ISBN 1-929565-19-4, $35.00

PMC BASICS (dVd), McCreight. From basic tools to setting stones, from molds to golds, watch an experienced teacher demonstrate the exciting possibilities of Precious Metal Clay. Mac and PC compatible, or can be played on your television’s DVD player. 70 min., ISBN 1-929565-12-7, $30.00

tHe ARt OF enAMeLInG: techniques, Projects, Inspiration, Dary. Contains a complete course in enameling. Learn each type of enamel and its characteristics, how to set up a studio, and what tools and equipment you’ll need. 178 pgs., ISBN 1-57990-954-X, $17.95

BeGInneR’S GuIde tO enAMeLInG, Cockrell. Clearly presented instructions for stenciling, crazy paving, swirling and raku firing will help produce pieces that never lose their shine or color. 64 pgs., ISBN 1-903975-61-1, $17.95

ARt OF JeweLRy POLyMeR CLAy: techniques, Projects and Inspiration, Aimone. Over 30 projects are beautifully presented with designs for necklaces, chok-ers, earrings, pendants, pins, brooches and bracelets. Each technique, from sculpting to soldering, is presented by an individual artist/instructor and tied into the design work being presented. 120 pgs., ISBN 978-1579906160, $24.95

LARK GuIdeS: Artisan photo guide series of contemporary designs, from the traditional to the avant-garde and from the simple to the richly complex. Each design is photographed in color, and accompanied by the artist listing, materials used, techniques, dimensions, and date created. $24.95 each.

1000 RInGS: Inspiring Adornments for the Hand, Le Van. 416 pgs., ISBN 1-57990-508-0500 BeAded OBJeCtS: new dimensions in Contemporary Beadwork, Krautwurst. 420 pgs., ISBN 1-57990-549-8

wORKInG wItH PReCIOuS MetAL CLAy, McCreight. Make 50 projects that show how to use precious metal clay using 25 techniques. Discover 10 tools that you can make in your own studio. Complete with 300 drawings, directions for making your own tools, and a handy wire binding. Hard cover, 128 pgs., ISBN 1-929565-00-3, $29.95

ARt CLAy SILVeR & GOLd: 18 unique Jewelry Pieces to Make in a day, Truty. An all-in-one resource for working with art clay silver and gold clay. Color photos illustrate step-by-step instructions to create 18 gorgeous silver and gold pieces you can make in a day. 128 pgs., ISBN 0-87349-557-8, $21.99

FIRSt StePS In enAMeLInG, McGrath. Explains everything you need to get started: choosing and using a kiln, needed tools, buying precious metals, and select-ing and preparing enamels. Step-by-step instructions for 20 projects. 96 pgs., ISBN 0-87349-713-9, $24.99

CReAtIVe MetAL CLAy JeweLRy: techniques, Projects, Inspiration, Wire. Create stunning jewelry using metal clay, an amazing material with the versatility of clay and brilliant beauty of silver or gold. These projects incorporate an exciting range of clay and jewelry- finishing techniques and materials. 144 pgs., ISBN 1-60059-182-5, $14.95

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CHAIn MAIL JeweLRy: Contemporary designs from Classic techniques, Taylor & White. Make dazzling, distinctive jewelry by interlinking anodized aluminum, gold, or silver rings. 30 projects are clearly presented utilizing a range of chain mail techniques, including step-by-step instruc-tions and color photo descriptions. 144 pgs., ISBN 1-57990-723-7, $24.95

CeLtIC KnOtS FOR BeAded JeweLRy, Millodot. Learn to create beautiful jewelry from three-dimensional Celtic knots tied with cords and embellished with beads and pendants. Covers techniques such as button and braid knots, plaits and Turk’s Head knots; using them to make eighteen stunning projects including necklaces, bracelets, brooches and earrings. 80 pgs., ISBN 1-8448-054-2, $19.95

tHe new JeweLRy: Contemporary Materials & techniques, Codina. Transform nontraditional materials into creative, artful jewelry. Work with metal clay, polymer clay, wood, paper, rubber bands and other materials to create graceful rings, pendants, brooches and more. Over 700 color photos illustrating design steps and finished designs. 160 pgs., ISBN 1-57990-734-2, $29.95

FABuLOuS wOVen JeweLRy: Plaiting, Coiling, Knotting, Looping & twining with Fiber & Metal, Hettmansperger. Unusual techniques and diverse materials are used to create 24 impressive-looking woven projects that can’t be achieved through traditional metalwork. 160 pgs., ISBN 1-57990-614-1, $17.95

MAKInG BeAutIFuL HeMP & BeAd JeweLRy, Baskett. With 56 projects and simple instructions to try, this book helps the reader create fantastic, contemporary necklaces, chokers, bracelets, anklets, and earrings. 160 pgs., ISBN 1-57990-712-1, $24.95

FABuLOuS JeweLRy FROM FOund OBJeCtS: Creative Projects, Simple techniques, LeVan. Discover how to transform unconventional objects into 40 diverse, gorgeous, and sometimes outrageous designs using discarded plastic, driftwood, rusted steel and other unex-pected materials. Hard Cover, 160 pgs., ISBN 978-1-57990-562-0, $24.95

IndIAn JeweLRy MAKInG, Branson. This best-selling favorite is a full-color presentation of traditional silversmithing methods. Complete with detailed instructions that includes designs, tools and techniques. Spiral-bound for ease in bench work. 120 pgs., ISBN 1-887896-03-0, $21.95

CLASSICAL LOOP-In-LOOP CHAInS & tHeIR deRIVAtIVeS, Stark. Clear instructions and illustra-tions teach dozens of variations on classic chains. Contains helpful hints on suitable metals and wire gauges, basic tools, and shaping. Hard cover, 211 pgs., ISBN 0-9615984-8-4, $34.95

twO BOOKS In One-JeweLRy: Projects to Practice and Inspire– techniques to Adapt to Suit your Own designs, Coles. This easy-to-use format features die-cut pages that split the book into two separate halves. Learn 20 tech-niques in all, each meticulously illustrated by step-by-step color photos. Hard cover, 128 pgs., ISBN 0-8069-4822-1, $24.95

CReAtIVe SILVeR CHAInS: 20 dazzling designs, Saunders. Learn how to make exquisite chains, as well as coordinating earrings, that will become the backbone of any jewelry collection. Complete with sophisticated projects and a thorough introduction to the basic techniques. Hard cover, 112 pgs., ISBN 1-57990-615-X, $19.95

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