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Jewelry Crafts JEWELER’S DIRECTORY OF : A Complete Guide to Appraising and Using Precious Stones from Cut and Color to Shape and Settings, Crowe. Learn to make accurate judgments of gemstones, recognize quality, and make a good buy rather than a bad one. 176 pgs., ISBN 9781770851085, $24.95 GEM TUMBLING AND BAROQUE JEWELRY MAKING, Victors. Features step-by-step practical advice, and includes instructions on building your own tumbler. 58 pgs., $6.50 & GEMSTONE JEWELRY: Cutting, Designing, Setting, A Step-by-Step Instructional Guide, Downing. Simple and easy to understand loaded with insider Gemstone Settings: The Jewelry tips, insights and new perspectives from Maker’s Guide to Styles & Techniques, an expert with over 40 years experience. Young. An in-depth, encyclopedic guide 310 pgs., ISBN 9780981733609, $29.95 to stone setting. Hard Cover. 208 pgs., ISBN 9781596686366, $29.95 Wrapped in Gems: 40 Elegant Designs for -Wrapped Gemstone Jewelry, CREATIVE , Cogswell. Sato-Flores. Contains 40 projects to Discover dozens of ways to attach stones create beautiful wire-wrapped jewelry. to and objects. Detailed text Includes photo gallery, gemstone and over 600 drawings describe concepts, overview and jewelry making basics. tools and techniques appropriate to 160 pgs., ISBN 9780307408464, $22.95 jewelers of every skill level. Hard cover. 208 pgs., ISBN 9781929565221, $35.00

Reneé Newman Gemstone & Jewelry Buying Guides

Exotic Gems, Newman. Full-color GEM AND JEWELRY BUYING GUIDES Gold, , , Silver guides to identifying, evaluating and Informative guides by Renée Newman & Other Jewelry Metals: How to buying exotic stones. $19.95 each show how to evaluate and distinguish Test, Select & Care for Them, Newman. Volume 1: How to Identify and Buy the genuine from the imitation. A Written for both lay people and profes- , , Rhodochrosite, comprehensive mix of technical and sionals, this book offers concise, practical Zultanite, , & Other practical information, illustrated in details on testing, evaluating, buying, , 172 pgs., ISBN 9780929975429 full-color and sharp B/W photos. selling and caring for precious metals and Volume 2: How to Identify and Buy alternative jewelry metals such as , BUYING GUIDE: , , , stainless Alexandrite, , Cat’s Eye, , Common Opal, How to Evaluate, Identify and Select steel and more. 136 pgs., & Diamond Jewelry, 7/E, ISBN 9780929975474, $19.95 Gembone, , & Other , 160 pgs., ISBN 9780929975405, $18.95 Rare Gemstones: How to Identify, 154 pgs., ISBN 9780929975450 GEMSTONE BUYING GUIDE: How Evaluate, and Care for Unusual Gems, to Evaluate, Identify, Select & Care Newman. A beautiful full-color guide to JEWELRY HANDBOOK: How to for Colored Gems, 2/E 152 pgs., identifying and evaluating unusual gems. Select, Wear & Care for Jewelry, ISBN 9780929975344, $19.95 137 pgs., ISBN 9780929975467, $19.95 Newman. A practical guide to selecting BUYING GUIDE: How to Identify the right jewelry for your lifestyle, and Select & The diamond handbook: A Practical budget and body type. 180 pgs., Pearl Jewelry, Guide to Diamond ISBN 9780929975382, $19.95 5/E, 160 pgs., Evaluation, Newman. ISBN 9780929975443, This book shows GEM & JEWELRY $19.95 you how to evaluate POCKET GUIDE: A diamond quality and Traveler’s Guide to Buying , & gives tips on how to get Diamonds, Colored Gems, BUYING good values. 186 pgs., Pearls, Gold, and Platinum GUIDE: How to ISBN 9780929975399, Jewelry, Newman. A Identify, Evaluate $19.95 concise overview of what to and Select These look for when buying gems Gems, 3/E, 192 pgs., and jewelry. 156 pgs., ISBN ISBN 9780929975412, 9780929975306, $11.95 $19.95

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Hot Connections Jewelry: The Complete Sourcebook of Techniques, Chin. Learn soldering, from choosing a torch to basic techniques Tim McCreight Metalsmithing like sawing, filing, and riveting, and THE COMPLETE Metalsmith, more advanced techniques; 23 lessons, McCreight. A best-selling work- 15 projects. 160 pgs., shop manual. Abundantly illus- ISBN 9780823033362, $22.99 trated. bound, 200 pgs., Silversmithing for Jewelry ISBN 9780871922403, $14.95. Makers: A Handbook of Techniques The Complete Metalsmith, and Surface Treatments, Bone. Learn Student Edition, McCreight. A basic techniques, surface treatments condensed version of the best-seller and advanced approaches to , that is designed as a primer for entry- chasing, annealing, and more. level/student metalsmiths. 154 pgs., 192 pgs., ISBN 9781596684997, $30.00 ISBN 9781929565061, $14.95 Soldering Made Simple: Easy The Complete Metalsmith, Techniques for the Kitchen-table Jeweler, Professional Edition, McCreight. The Silvera. Learn to make professional- revised and reformatted version of the quality soldered jewelry safely at home. original Complete Metalsmith is three Using a handheld butane torch, you times larger and includes additional will learn how to create small-scale material. Particular care is paid to jewelry projects including , thoroughness and ease-of-use. Hard cover. charms, and rings. 312 pgs., ISBN 9781929565054, $30.00 112 pgs., ISBN 9780871164063, $21.95 The Complete Metalsmith, Soldering Made Simple DVD, ProPlus Edition, McCreight. The Silvera. The companion DVD to Professional Edition, but with an Joe Silvera’s book on soldering. added CD ROM that contains the full Features soldering basics and a step- text of the book as a printable PDF, by-step project. 92 min. $19.95 instructional video clips, and electronic Chasing and Repoussé: Methods versions of two of the author’s other Ancient and Modern, Corwin. Both books: Practical Jewelry Rendering beginners and advanced workers and Design Language. Hard Cover with will learn design and techniques of CD. ISBN 9781929565078, $45.00 chasing and repoussé (using and punches.) Hard cover. 184 pgs., ISBN 9781929565320, $35.00 STEP-BY-STEP JEWELRY WORKSHOP: Simple Techniques for Soldering, Wirework, and Metal Jewelry, Hurst. Contains everything you need to start making beautiful jewelry. 128 pgs., ISBN 9781596680609, $24.95 The Jeweler’s Studio Handbook: Traditional and Contemporary Techniques for Working with Metal and Mixed Media Materials, Holschuh. Hammering, soldering and riveting tech- niques as well as how to equip your studio. 176 pgs., ISBN 9781592534852, $24.99

Metalsmith’s BOOK OF BOXES & GETTING STARTED MAKING METAL LOCKETS, McCreight. Learn how to JEWELRY, Lareau. Written expressly create boxes with smooth sliding hinges, for beginners, you’ll learn and build disappearing seams, and catches that click upon each project, enabling you to with confidence. Hard cover, master each basic skill. 112 pgs., 144 pgs., ISBN 9781929565238, $29.95 ISBN 9781596680258, $19.95 Making Metal Jewelry: Projects, THE COMPLETE Metalsmith Techniques, Inspiration, Gollberg. Create DVD, McCreight. Tim McCreight’s jewelry with cold-connecting metal tools classic title comes to life in a DVD. that are inexpensive, readily available, and Approximately 70 min., $29.95 a great springboard for your own designs. 112 pgs., ISBN 9781579908126, $14.95 24 THE New ENCYCLOPEDIA OF Jewelry Lab: 52 Experiments, JEWELRY-MAKING TECHNIQUES: Investigations, and Explorations in A Comprehensive Visual Guide Metal, Manley. Learn basic and approach- to Traditional and Contemporary able techniques such as sawing, soldering, Techniques, McGrath. Fully revised finishing, texturing, etching and rolling. and updated, this go-to reference 144 pgs., ISBN 9781592537228, $24.99 covers both classic and new techniques Contemporary Copper Jewelry: reflecting advances in jewelry-making. Step-by-Step Techniques and Projects, 160 pgs., ISBN 9780762440498, $19.95 Miller. Now with bonus DVD, learn how THE COMPLETE BOOK OF JEWELRY to combine copper wirework with MAKING: A Full-Color Introduction to the beads, chain and other metals; Jeweler’s Art, Codina. Learn every aspect includes 22 projects. 128 pgs., of jewelry making in this large source ISBN 9781596682894, $26.95 book filled with essential details on Silver Threads: Making Wire every technique you will need. Filigree Jewelry, Rhodes-Moen. Basic 160 pgs., ISBN 9781579903046, $19.95 silver-working techniques are paired with an overview of tools and materials to complete 12 projects ranging from simple to complex. 112 pgs., ISBN 9780871162212, $22.95 Professional Jewelry Making: A Contemporary Guide to Traditional Jewelry Techniques, Revere. Alan Revere has revised his landmark book, Professional Goldsmithing, to create this new classic featuring 35 projects for all skill levels. 360 pgs., ISBN 9781929565429, $70.00 Mixed Metals: Creating Contemporary Jewelry with Silver, Gold, Copper, Brass & More, Barta and Fox. Contains 21 designs that combine metal, beads, The Workbench Guide to and chain into eye-catching Techniques, Young. A comprehensive and contemporary jewelry. 112 pgs., single-source reference book for jewelers ISBN 9781596680920, $22.95 with detailed and clear step-by-step instructions and photography. Hard cover, Foldforming, Lewton-Brain. The 320 pgs., ISBN 9781596681699, $34.95 ultimate reference on foldforming from the artist who invented this JEWELER’S RESOURCE: A Reference of ground-breaking approach to working Gems, Metals, Formulas and Terminology with metal. Hard cover. 160 pgs., for Jewelers, Knuth. A practical tool for ISBN 9781929565269, $35.00 the or student, and the most complete reference available for THE JEWELRY MAKING HANDBOOK: the retail jeweler. Spiral-bound, Simple Techniques and Step-by-Step 112 pgs., ISBN 9780964355033, $21.95 Projects, McSwiney, Williams & Davies. Produce professional-looking jewelry PRACTICAL , McCreight. using simple techniques and Excellent textbook equipment; spiral bound. Hard cover. about lost wax 192 pgs., ISBN 9780785822998, $14.95 models, investing, burnout and INDIAN JEWELRY MAKING, Branson. other procedures. This long-standing 160 pgs., ISBN favorite is a full- 9780961598457, color presentation $18.95 of traditional PRACTICAL silversmithing JOINING: A methods. Bench Reference Spiral-bound. for Jewelers, 120 pgs., ISBN McCreight. A helpful 9781887896030, tool for the jewelry $21.95 craftsperson, covers a wide range of both traditional and modern joining techniques. Fully indexed. 102 pgs., ISBN 9781929565160, $18.95 25 Jewelry Crafts

Torch-Fired Enamel Jewelry: A Wild Jewelry: Materials, Techniques, Workshop in Painting with Fire, Lewis. Inspiration: A Complete Guide to Making Combine beading and wire-working Statement Jewelry from Objects Found techniques with the intense beauty in Nature, Drew. From sea to acorns, of torch-fired enameled beads. discover how to use a diverse range of 128 pgs., ISBN 9781440308864, $24.99 “wild” materials to make jewelry. Practical Jewelry-Making 144 pgs., ISBN 9780762445271, $20.00 Techniques: Problem Solving, Jewelry Design Challenge: 10 O’Keeffe. A comprehensive and Materials, 30 Artists, 30 Spectacular well illustrated overview of core Projects, Kopp. Follow 30 top designers jewelry-making techniques. 144 pgs., challenged to create a unique piece using ISBN 9781770851160, $24.95 only nine jewelry supply items, plus one The Art of Enameling: Techniques, “wild card” material of their choice. Projects, Inspiration, Dary. Contains 128 pgs., ISBN 9781600596025, $21.95 a complete course in enameling, ELEMENTS OF STYLE: Creating including tools and equipment needed. Jewelry with Wire, Fiber, Felt, 178 pgs., ISBN 9781579909543, $17.95 and Beads, Hill. Make wearable pieces The Rings Book, McGrath. A classic of art with these 26 modern designs book, filled with step-by-step instructions using basic techniques. 128 pgs., to make a wide variety of rings, that are ISBN 9781596680791, $22.95 accessible regardless of your skill level. 128 pgs., ISBN 9780713689730, $29.95 30-Minute Earrings: 60 Quick & Creative Projects for Jewelers, LeVan. The designs in this book will inspire you with projects by 45 top jewelers, all do-able in 30 minutes or less. 138 pgs., ISBN 9781600594878, $21.95 CHAIN MAIL JEWELRY: Contemporary Designs from Classic Techniques, Taylor & White. Projects are clearly presented utilizing a range of chain mail techniques. Hard cover, 144 pgs., ISBN 9781579907235, $24.95 Stamped Metal Jewelry: Creative Techniques & Designs for Making Custom Jewelry, Kelly. Put your Inspiritu Jewelry: Earrings, personal stamp on jewelry using metal and for the Mind, stamps and blanks in 19 fun Body and Spirit, French. Inspiring, and inspiring projects; includes DVD. spiritual projects using wire, metal, 136 pgs., ISBN 9781596681774, $24.95 beads, charms, stone and found objects. Heat, Color, Set & Fire: 128 pgs., ISBN 9781440308253, $24.99 Surface Effects for Metal Jewelry, The Complete Guide to Wire Hettmansperger. Transform the look of & Beaded Jewelry: Over 50 metal jewelry through embossing, paints Beautiful Projects and Variations and colored pencils, resin, putty, Using Wire and Beads, Jones. Create enameling and etching. 128 pgs., Hard a cornucopia of jewelry designs using Cover. ISBN 9781454700166, $27.95 a variety of techniques. 192 pgs., Color, Texture & Casting for ISBN 9781906525705, $24.95 Jewelers: Hands-on Demonstrations Prefab Jewelry: Easy Projects Using & Practical Applications, Codina. One of Readymade Parts, LeVan. Readymade the best modern casting books available­– materials, such as , washers authoritative, approachable and filled and metal supplies, are presented in with creative techniques. 128 pgs, over 24 imaginative projects. ISBN 9781454700173, $29.95 128 pgs., ISBN 9781600595554, $17.95 WIRE & BEAD CELTIC JEWELRY: 35 Quick & Stylish Projects, Jones. Learn the step-by-step approach to creating Celtic style jewelry with innovative and decorative jig pattern designs. 26 128 pgs., ISBN 9781904991564, $19.95 Handcrafted Wire Findings: Techniques and Designs for Custom Jewelry Components, Peck and Dickerson. Contains over 30 projects using silver, The Absolute Beginners Guide: copper, brass, and artistic wire; tips on Making Wire Jewelry: Everything You wirework, texturizing, silver fusing, Need to Know to Get Started, Callaghan. adding patina and other finishings. 96 pgs., ISBN 9780871164353, $21.95 128 pgs. ISBN 9781596682832, $22.95 The Encyclopedia of Wire Weave Wrap Coil: Creating Jewelry Techniques: A Compendium Artisan Wire Jewelry, Bombardier. of Step-by-Step Techniques for Making Discover new ways to manipulate wire Wire-Based Jewelry, Withers. Techniques for incredible results in 25 projects explained in simple language for grouped by skill level. 128 pgs., ISBN creating unusual and striking designs; 9781596682009, $22.95 (8.5 x 9”) for the beginner or the expert. 160 pgs., ISBN 9780762445776, $19.95 WIRE STYLE: 50 Unique Jewelry Designs, Peck. Contains a collection of stylish designs from top designers. Fundamental techniques are explained in detail. 120 pgs., ISBN 9781596680708, $19.95

Wire Workshop, Miller. Learn to create beautiful wire art jewelry with 16 step-by-step projects; includes a 1-hour bonus DVD with tips and tricks. 160 pgs., ISBN 9781596684089, $26.95 The Complete Guide to Making Wire Jewelry: More Than 20 WIRE WRAPPING, Chandler. Learn Step-By-Step Projects. Learn to use to create stunning jewelry, no experi- wire like a pro with this collection of ence needed! Begin with the basics, projects from Art Jewelry Magazine. then learn the essential techniques for 112 pgs., ISBN 9780871162540, $21.95 designing deceptively simple projects. 128 pgs., ISBN 9781596680593, $22.95. Great Wire Jewelry: Projects & Techniques, Peterson. Both beginners Wirework: An Illustrated Guide to and experienced jewelry makers will the Art of Wire Wrapping, Armstrong. appreciate the ingenious yet simple Achieve the look of designer wireworked techniques used to braid, twist and jewelry with this step-by-step guide for knit wire into stunning jewelry. the intermediate artist. Includes 18 60 pgs., ISBN 9781600596216, $9.95 projects and an instructional DVD. 128 pgs., ISBN 9781596682900, $26.95. Mixed Metal Mania: Solder, Rivet, , and Wire Exceptional Jewelry, All Wired Up: Wire Techniques for St. Jean. Learn 27 projects combining the Beadworker and Jewelry Maker, traditional Lareau. Make wire-wrapped cabo- techniques. 112 pgs., chons, necklaces, and the strongest ISBN 9780871164162, $21.95 wire hook and eye clasps. Includes a color gallery of wirework. 128 pgs., Cinderhill Style Simple ISBN 9781883010737, $21.95. & Elegant Wire Settings: An Easy to Follow Guide on GETTING STARTED MAKING WIRE Professional Wire Wrapping, JEWELRY AND MORE, Chandler and Cinderhill. Learn to wrap wire Ritchey. Complete guide explaining in the striking Cinderhill style. supplies, tools and techniques for Approximately 30 min., $24.99 making jewelry and basic components. 112 pgs., ISBN 9781931499873, $16.95 27 Jewelry Crafts Gembooks

Cabochon Cutting, Cox. Illustrations, How to Tumble Polish photos, and detailed instructions show Gemstones, Wexler. Turn pebbles and how to cut a . Everything to rough stones into sparkling jewels! Guide start you on the way to expert cutting. to tumbling equipment. 32 pgs., Answers all the questions from dopping ISBN 9780935182378, $6.50 to setting stones. 64 pgs., ISBN 9780935182279, $6.00 How to Repair Jewelry, Phelps. Detailed instructions by a professional Advanced Cabochon Cutting, jewelry repairman show how to fix broken Cox. Learn to master the special shaped chains, replace lost parts, rebuild broken cabochon cutting, assembled stones, star prongs, remove and reset gemstones, size stones, and cat’s eyes. Special sections rings and more. Also explains how to on opal and . 64 pgs., remodel old pieces. Illustrated. ISBN 9780910652148, $6.00 30 pgs., ISBN 9780910652292, $5.00 The Art of Gem Cutting, Dake. This popular guide gets the reader started on the right path by teaching how to buy rough stones, cut the gems, choose and properly use your equipment. 96 pgs., ISBN 9780935182729, $6.00

How to Use Diamond , Riggle. Learn to cut and small flats using diamond abrasives. Includes trim sawing, slab sawing, grinding, dopping, Cutter’s Handbook, smoothing, polishing, and equipment. Soukup. Contains everything the reader 30 pgs., ISBN 9780910652308, $5.50 needs to know to facet gemstones expertly. Includes 22 beautiful cuts. How to Create with Horseshoe 64 pgs., ISBN 9780910652063, $5.00 Nails, Link. Instructions for making horseshoe nail jewelry, picture frames, Jewelry Craft Made Easy, French. napkin holders, display stands and sculp- For those who prefer purchasing finished tures. Covers tools and supplies needed. gemstones and mountings; and 22 pgs., ISBN 9780910652261, $2.25 assembling unique jewelry. 72 pgs., ISBN 9780935182606, $5.95 How to Make Wire Jewelry, Jenkins & Thrasher. Step-by-step instruc- Jewelry Making for Beginners, tions and illustrations show how to use Soukup. Easy-to-learn methods, shown inexpensive tools and supplies to make with photos and detailed text, for fabri- pins, pendants, chains, rings, bracelets, cating soldered jewelry pieces. earrings, stickpins and novelties. 48 pgs., ISBN 9780910652179, $5.00 32 pgs., ISBN 9780910652322, $6.00 Handbook of Lost Wax and Investment Casting, Sopcak. Detailed information and photographs show how to construct equipment, castings, molds, and patterns for jewelry and metal. 64 pgs., ISBN 9780935182286, $5.50 28 Jewelry Crafts Beadwork Books

The Beading Answer Book: Solutions to Every Problem You’ll Ever Face, Answers to Every Question You’ll Ever Ask, Morris. Compact, pocket-sized and succinct beading primer with illustrated instruc- tions and advice for 200 of the most 200 Beading Tips, Techniques vexing questions beading students ask. & Trade Secrets, Power. Clearly 432 pgs., ISBN 9781603420341, $14.95 photographed and illustrated, covering every aspect of beading, from tools BEADS: The Art of Stringing, Ragan. and materials to design and methods, Simplified, step-by-step guide with this will help beginning and advanced many different knotted designs. beaders improve their craft 160 pgs., 58 pgs., ISBN 9780935182446, $4.95 ISBN 9780312587475, $22.99 Making Wire & Bead Jewelry: The BASICS OF BEAD STRINGING, Artful Wirework Techniques, Berkebile. Kanan. Best-seller! Addresses the most 500 how-to photos and two top instructors common and popular questions for those visually teach you simple techniques wanting to design and produce their for making stunning jewelry. own jewelry. Step-by-step lessons are 144 pgs., ISBN 9781454702870, $24.95 given with wire techniques, how to use leather or satin cords and the Findings & Finishings: A Beadwork different types of beads available. How-To Book, Bateman. This essential 82 pgs., ISBN 9780961535315, $8.95 guide shows how to use findings to trans- form humdrum jewelry into Getting Started Stringing stunning accessories! 120 pgs., Beads, Campbell. A must-have primer ISBN 9781931499408, $21.95 for the beginner. Learn how to shop for beads and to design your own pieces. 88 pgs., ISBN 9781931499798, $16.95 THE ILLUSTRATED BEAD BIBLE, Geary. A gold mine of information and historical background including materials, tools, beads and a showcase of 500 gemstones, findings and other unique pieces from around the world. Hard Cover, 256 pgs., ISBN 9781402723537, $24.95 The Beader’s Companion, Durant. This compact, handy, spiral-bound manual full of definitions, illustrations, techniques and supplies will be the GETTING STARTED WITH SEED BEADS, most valuable tool in every bead box. Wedekind. Learn the basics of seed 104 pgs., ISBN 9781931499937, $19.95 beading with clear instruction and excellent illustrations. 128 pgs., Create Jewelry Crystals: Dazzling ISBN 9781596689756, $14.95 Designs to Make & Wear, Blessing & Hogsett. The editors of Beadwork Seed Bead Fusion: 18 Projects to Magazine have compiled 20 stunning Stitch, Wire & String, Nelson-Smith. designs for Classic, Special Occasion For the beginner and advanced, mix and Forward jewelry. and match beadweaving, wireworking, 128 pgs., ISBN 9781596680227, $22.95 and stringing techniques. 144 pgs., ISBN 9781596681569, $24.95 CREATIVE NATIVE AMERICAN BEADING, Geary. Learn new techniques Bead on a Wire: Making Handcrafted and designs using the themes and tradi- Wire and Bead Jewelry, Miller. Twenty tions of Native beaders. Basic patterns, easy-to-follow projects packed with stitches, glossary and 19 projects included. innovative techniques and guides on 128 pgs., ISBN 9781600595325, $16.95 tools, supplies and resources provide a great introduction to this craft. BEAD & Wire Jewelry for Special 128 pgs., ISBN 9781581806502, $22.99 Occasions, Jones. Contains 35 jewelry projects for weddings, birth- Marcia DeCoster’s Beaded days, holidays and more. 128 pgs., Opulence: Elegant Jewelry Projects ISBN 9781906094010, $19.95 With Right Angle Weave, DeCoster. Make over 20 magnificent contemporary proj- Beautiful Wire Jewelry for ects using right angle weave. Hard cover. Beaders: Creative Wirework Projects 128 pgs., ISBN 9781600592928, $24.95 for All Levels, Miech. Features 21 projects to create eye-catching designs using Beading with Cabochons: Simple your favorite beads, a coil of wire, Techniques for Beautiful Jewelry, Eakin. and simple hand tools. 112 pgs., Comprehensive guide to working with ISBN 9780871162649, $21.95 cabochons covering the basics, new techniques, trends, tools, materials, and bead selection. Hard cover, 128 pgs., ISBN 9781579907181, $24.95 29