Project Earrings

Beaders are always looking for fast and fun earring projects, but they don’t want to sacrifice style and pizazz. This stunning collection includes both! Beaders will find over 50 exciting projects featuring clean, crisp, and fresh looks, which add dramatic impact to any wardrobe. Bead stringers, wireworkers, and bead stitchers alike will be able to show off their talents with easy-to-follow directions, full-color photos, and detailed illustrations as their guide.

"The book examines a series of practical goldsmithing projects, each of which has been successfully completed by student goldsmiths using its instructions ... The creation of rings, chains, bracelets, earrings, and clasps, the use of specialized tools, as well as hand positions, movements, and technical data are described in lucid text and demonstrated with an abundance of detailed color photos"--Cover.

30 projects to make one-of-a-kind earrings Earrings are the cornerstone of any woman's jewelry collection. They are among the most popular jewelry-making projects because they are quick to create and don't require a large investment in materials. From simple hoops and drops to intricate clusters and wireworked pieces, this book has earrings to suit every style. From the author of the bestselling Teach Yourself VISUALLY Jewelry Making & Beading, Earrings VISUAL Project Guide includes 30 appealing patterns for a variety of earring styles, plus variations, each one illustrated with step-by-step photos. Features an introductory section covering the tools, materials, and techniques involved in making earrings Includes variations for each project so you can customize earring designs to suit your style Stands apart from the competition by providing step-by-step photos that make it easy to follow along If you're an advanced beginner to intermediate jewelry maker, you'll be inspired by the unique, beautiful jewelry projects in Earrings VISUAL Project Guide.

A must-have book for every beader, this is a comprehensive guide to designing and creating beautiful beaded jewelry using fundamental beading techniques. Features 35 colorful projects including earrings, necklaces, bracelets, lariats, and some jewelry sets. This book teaches the skills to make perfect jewelry for any occasion incorporating these techniques: stringing, crimping, knotting, basic wirework, and more.

Jewelry makers interested in resin can find poured pendant projects anywhere. Theresa D. Abelew, former Assistant Editor of Art Jewelry magazine, offers jewelry makers — even beginners — new ways to use this versatile material in unique, striking jewelry. The Absolute Beginners Guide: Jewelry Making with Resin offers 20 projects that go beyond simple pouring. Jewelry makers will learn to fold and form resin into lightweight and dramatic cuffs ... layer colored resin into dimensional pendants ... embed bits of wood, metal, or wire into unusual rings ... and much more. Each project includes clear and easy-to-follow instructions with step-by-step color photographs — perfect for beginners new to the material. The focus is on the resin elements, but instructions and suggestions are included to complete each necklace, bracelet, ring, earring, and cuff. The techniques are simple enough for beginners to master ... the results sophisticated enough to wear anywhere.

Project: Necklaces provides the answers to many questions including how long a lariat should be, how to fit necklaces correctly, and where to find loads of design ideas. In addition to receiving excellent instruction on the basics and tools needed, jewelry makers will create over 25 projects that range from single stitched and combined stitched to stringing and wirework. With projects grouped by technique, it’s easy for bead stitchers, wireworkers, and advanced stringers to dive in to their favorites, plus learn something new. Readers will also find tips for easy construction, detailed illustrations and photos, and a bonus section on “Necklace fitting 101” from Maggie Roschyk to guarantee gorgeous results!

After teaching this technique successfully for years, Steven is introducing all-new projects in this book. In a series of 25 small projects (pendants and beads), Steven will explore creating structural metal work (such as hinges) and applying enamel effects such as faux raku. Simple techniques include sawing/cutting/punching; dapping; riveting; lashing; soldering; and enameling. All these techniques are simplified and the only torch needed is a hand-held one that can be used in a home studio.

This complete jewelry-making guide will show you everything you need to know about crafting with clay to make your own lightweight and modern clay earrings! Versatile, affordable, and easy to work with, polymer clay is the perfect medium for any crafter to try, and the possibilities are endless. Within these pages, you’ll discover 20 stunning step-by-step DIY earring projects that use various techniques, including marbling, texturing, stamping, foiling, and more. A helpful opening section on clay types and tools will prepare you before you begin, and template pages are also provided to help you make a variety of earring shapes.