Jewelry Making and Beading For Dummies: Edition 2

· Sold by John Wiley & Sons
3.5
15 reviews
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384
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About this ebook

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.

Ratings and reviews

3.5
15 reviews
Tracy Hand
October 28, 2013
I would have liked to have seen a few pages before I buy for that price. These books are usually pretty good.. but all the same.. preview would have been nice? A trip to the shops for me to have a sneaky peak..
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Annette fry
January 17, 2014
Good book interesting, so l can understand it. Hence it's for dummies! !!
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Rhonda Dayton
July 17, 2023
great book
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About the author

Heather H. Dismore has been making unique jewelry pieces using simple materials, found objects, and everyday items for more than 20 years. Find her online at heatherdismore.com or connect with her on Twitter (@heatherdismore) and Pinterest (heatherdismore).

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