Description
Bead and wire jewelry is one of the fastest-growing crafts, with more and more people discovering the joys of making unique, hand-crafted pieces every year. For her latest book, best-selling author Linda Jones has created 30 imaginative, contemporary-looking designs that are both quick and easy to make. Most importantly, in these recession-hit times, she demonstrates how almost anything--from old buttons and broken necklaces, to pebbles picked up on a stroll along the beach, and even household staples such as washers, bolts, and plumbing chain--can be transformed into graphic, stylish pieces of jewelry that won't break the bank. Eye-catching and fashionable, with something to suit all ages and tastes: this is bling on a budget! * Clear step-by-step photographs and a comprehensive techniques section offer start-to-finish expert tuition. * 30 projects for both beginners and experienced jewelry-makers. * Make unique, beautiful pieces of jewelry inexpensively. * Linda Jones' previous books for CICO have been bestsellers: The Complete Guide to Wire & Beaded Jewelry : 32,000 copies sold Creating Wire and Beaded Jewelry : 65,000 copies sold Wire & Bead Celtic Jewelry : 20,000 copies sold
