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Enchanted Adornments by Cynthia Thorton

May 30, 2009 by Barbe Saint John

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I interviewed Cynthia & Greg from Green Girl Studios WAY back in Feb 2008.   I adore her work and she is such a sweet person. I am really excited about her soon to be released book “Enchanted Adornments“.
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Book Review: Ancient Modern: Polymer Clay and Wire Jewelry

May 17, 2009 by Barbe Saint John

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Ancient Modern: Polymer Clay + Wire Jewelry  by Ronna Sarvas Weltman

  • Paperback: 136 pages
  • Publisher: Interweave Press (June 1, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1596680970
  • ISBN-13: 978-1596680975

I was blown away when I saw the cover of this book and HAD … Read More ...

Book Review:Wire Jewelry VISUAL Quick Tips by Chris Franchetti Michaels

May 12, 2009 by Barbe Saint John

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Wire Jewelry VISUAL Quick Tips by Chris Franchetti Michaels

 

  • Spiral-bound: 224 pages
  • Publisher: Visual; Spi edition (January 9, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0470343842
  • ISBN-13: 978-0470343845

Just like Visual Quick Tips Beading book I reviewed last month, author Chris Franchetti … Read More ...

Bottlecap and Bamboo Tile Necklace Supply Giveaway

May 7, 2009 by Barbe Saint John

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Remember that gorgeous  Romantic Rose Necklace by Ten Two design team member Peace Schuyler that I blogged about last week?

Lisa Vollrath; the owner of  Ten Two Studios, thought that … Read More ...

Book Review – Mixed Metals: Creating Contemporary Jewelry with Silver, Gold, Copper, Brass & More

May 6, 2009 by Barbe Saint John

 

97815966809201 Mixed Metals: creating contemporary jewelry with silver, gold, copper, brass & more. Melinda Barta & Danielle Fox

  •  Paperback: 112 pages
  • Publisher: Interweave Press (May 1, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 159668092X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1596680920

The authors Danielle Fox & Melinda Barta … Read More ...

Book Review: Beading VISUAL Quick Tips

April 27, 2009 by Barbe Saint John

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  • Paperback: 224 pages
  • Publisher: Visual; Spi edition (January 9, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0470343834
  • ISBN-13: 978-0470343838
  • Product Dimensions: 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.8 inches

Need a little help with your bead working … Read More ...

Book Review: Beyond the Bead by Margot Potter

March 17, 2009 by Barbe Saint John

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Beyond the Bead: Making Jewelry with unexpected Finds by Margot Potter

  • Paperback: 128 pages
  • Publisher: North Light Books (February 17, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1600611052
  • ISBN-13: 978-1600611056

Margot Potter is a modern day Renaissance woman, She’s an author, jewelry designer,  … Read More ...

101 More Great Jewelry Selling Techniques

March 5, 2009 by Barbe Saint John

Dr. David Weiman, is the Marketing Director for Lapidary Journal Jewelry Artist since 1986 as well as marketing director of Step by Step Beads, and Step by Step Wire Jewelry.  This man knows how to sell jewelry!  In his new … Read More ...

Book Review: Designing Jewelry with Semi Precious Beads

March 2, 2009 by Barbe Saint John

semipreciousbead1Designing Jewelry with Semiprecious Beads: Stringing Instructions and Techniques for Necklaces, Bracelets, and Much More by Kim Gover
ISBN: 978-1-59668-104-0

Whatever your skill or interest level, you’ll find lots to inspire you in Designing Jewelry with Semiprecious Beads.  By

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Rejuvenated Jewels: New Designs for Vintage Treasures Book Review

February 22, 2009 by Barbe Saint John

Rejuvenated Jewels: New Designs for Vintage Treasures by Amy Hanna

  • Hardcover: 128 pages
  • Publisher: Quarry Books (March 1, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1592535356
  • ISBN-13: 978-1592535354

Like one perfect decadent chocolate truffle in a little gold box, this book luscious, rich, … Read More ...

“Create Jewelry Glass: Brilliant Designs to Make and Wear” Book Review

February 16, 2009 by Barbe Saint John

Create Jewelry: Glass: Brilliant Designs to Make and Wear (Create Jewelry series) by Marlene Blessing and Jamie Hogsett.

  • Paperback: 120 pages
  • Publisher: Interweave Press (April 1, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1596680679
  • ISBN-13: 978-1596680678

Another addition to the “Create Jewelry” book … Read More ...

Book Review: The Jeweler’s Studio Handbook

February 8, 2009 by Barbe Saint John

The Jeweler’s Studio Handbook: Traditional and Contemporary Techniques for Working with Metal and Mixed Media Materials (Paperback) by Brandon Holschuh

  • Paperback: 176 pages
  • Publisher: Quarry Books (February 1, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1592534856
  • ISBN-13: 978-1592534852
  • Product Dimensions: 10 x 7.9
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Book Review – Strands: Creating Unexpected Fabrics and Fashionable Projects

January 29, 2009 by Barbe Saint John

Strands: Creating Unexpected Fabrics and Fashionable Projects by Jacqueline Myers-Cho

  • Paperback: 128 pages
  • Publisher: North Light Books (January 2, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1600611370
  • ISBN-13: 978-1600611377

Jacqueline Myers-Cho is an award-winning mixed-media artist who’s been showing and selling her work … Read More ...

Book Review – Elements of Style: Knit and Crochet Jewelry

January 26, 2009 by Barbe Saint John

Elements of Style: Knt & Crochet Jewelry with Wire, Fiber, Felt and Beads by Rosemary Hill

  • Publisher: Interweave Press (November 28, 2008)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1596680792
  • ISBN-13: 978-1596680791

I was intrigued by the title of this book and couldn’t … Read More ...

Book Review: Fabulous Fabric Beads by Krista Wick

January 21, 2009 by Barbe Saint John

Fabulous Fabric Beads: Create Custom Beads and Art Jewelry by Kristal Wick

Paperback: 112 pages
Publisher: Interweave Press
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1596680776
ISBN-13: 978-1596680777

I have to admit, I was intrigued when I saw this book, could you really make … Read More ...

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