Crafts & Hobbies - Jewelry

Creative and practical, Kicking Glass is a step-by-step guide for those wanting to practice the popular craft of stained glass. From simple suncatchers and boho lamps to exquisite 3D constructions and delicately-poised glass butterflies, experienced artist Neile Cooper guides you through the magical world...

'Riveting. This highly readable and entertaining book ... finally sets the record straight on the history of the Koh-i-Noor' Tarquin Hall, Sunday Times'Dynamic, original and supremely readable' Maya Jasanoff, Guardian The first comprehensive and authoritative history of the Koh-i-Noor, arguably the most celebrated and...

Ann Benson brings her time-tested perspective and decades of craft experience to the beautiful art of loom beading in a comprehensive book that features: Fifty unique designs in various widths and lengthsDetailed materials lists including bead color numbers and quantitiesFinishing methods galore: clasps, buttonholes,...

This fun and colorful miniature kit includes everything you need to create your own beaded friendship bracelets! Materials: 500 beads in various colors and styles, 3 yards of spandex thread Book included: Kit includes a 32-page, full-color mini book with instructions for bracelet-making plus...

What if you could take a simple piece of metal...and turn it into something people proudly wear-and pay you for? Not years from now.Not after expensive classes. But starting right now... from your own home. Because here's the truth: Right now, people are buying...

Everything You Need to Know to Build Your Skills as an Artisan Jeweler Metalsmith Society's Guide to Jewelry Making is the ultimate handbook to get you started on your jewelry-making journey. Corkie Bolton, jeweler extraordinaire and founder of Metalsmith Society, has compiled the ultimate...

A sustainable guide to making plant-based resin accessories with your favorite flowers, including earrings, bezel necklaces and pendants. Whether you're a beginner looking to take up an eco-friendly hobby, or an established crafter looking to ditch harmful petroleum-based resins, these 33 projects provide essential...

Teaches you how to make the original Cobra Stitch bracelets as well as six more styles of knots: Chain Sinnet, Stitched Solomon Bar, Raising the Bar, Switchback and River Bar. This book includes tips for making key fobs, accenting headbands and flip flops, and...

An explosion of patination methods from beginner to advanced skill levels! Patina offers a collection of over 300 metal patination recipes, application instructions, and full-sized samples for anyone working in metals, including jewelers, sculptors, and metal artisans. This all-skill-level book covers steel, stainless steel,...

Author: Renée NewmanPublisher: Firefly BooksPublished: 10/15/2025Pages: 240Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 2.85lbsSize: 11.10h x 9.30w x 0.90dISBN: 9780228105749Review Citation(s): Library Journal 03/01/2026 pg. 126About the Author Renée Newman is a highly respected gemologist and the author of gem and jewelry guides, including Diamonds, which charted the...

Create sensational earrings and more with simple techniques that combine polymer clay with other easy-to-use craft supplies. Whether you are completely new to jewelry making or experienced in the craft, Polymer Clay Special Effects is the accessible reference you need to begin designing gorgeous...

Jewelry-making enthusiasts who love the look of silver jewelry but are intimidated by the skill and investment required to get into traditional metalsmithing will find this book an ideal solution. Inside, renowned jewelry designer and instructor Tamara Honaman teaches makers how to shape, mold,...

Metalworking is generally regarded as a skill that takes years of dedication, requires a large studio space, and costs a lot of money. Fortunately, Simple Soldering proves that does not need to be the case. This handy how-to guide is complete in its exploration...

Create amazing designs by bracelet guru Masha Knots with The Art of Friendship Bracelets! Whether celebrating a long-distance friendship or sharing with fellow fans at concerts, friendship bracelets are the hottest giftable accessory. Masha Knots, bracelet expert and best-selling author of the Beginner's Guide...

Learn how to make unique bead jewellery designs with a truly professional finish, with The Bead Jewellery Bible, from best-selling author Dorothy Wood. With this comprehensive, value-for-money guide you will master all the essential techniques needed to learn how to make beautiful, long-lasting bead...

Learn how to make unique bead jewellery designs with a truly professional finish, with The Bead Jewellery Bible, from best-selling author Dorothy Wood. With this comprehensive, value-for-money guide you will master all the essential techniques needed to learn how to make beautiful, long-lasting bead...

An indispensable guide to beads and beading techniques, presenting essential beading know-how together with a wide range of inspirational projects, tips and ideas. Beads are the oldest and most widespread art form, having been used in virtually every culture since ancient times. Over the...

Transform Your Creativity into Stunning Epoxy Resin Masterpieces-No Experience Required!Have you ever scrolled through pictures of glossy resin jewelry, vibrant coasters, or mesmerizing wood-and-resin tables and thought, "I wish I could make that"?Do you feel overwhelmed by the complicated tools, safety steps, and endless...

Celebrate your relationships and express your style with the Beginner's Guide to Friendship Bracelets! Whether celebrating a long-distance friendship or attending a Taylor Swift concert, friendship bracelets are the ultimate giftable accessory. Author Masha Knots has amassed a following online for her colorful, creative...

The ultimate guide to creative bracelet making: over 100 stunning designs to create and customize, from kumihimo-style to cuffs! Create unique jewelry pieces that reflect your style and personality, or make personalized gifts for your loved ones. With a completely visual materials, tools and...