Creating Wire and Beaded Jewelry - Linda Jones

I'm a very keen jewellery maker, and I have a LOT of books on the subject, ranging from those for complete beginners to really heavy silversmithing manuals. I've had this book in paperback (RRP £12.99) since it first came out in 2004, and although I've bought many, many others since, this is still one of my favourites. This book begins. as most do, with a 'Basic Equipment and Techniques' section, and in my opinion this alone is worth spending the money for. It doesn't provide you with an exhaustive (and therefore exhaust-ING) list of gadgets you absolutely MUST have before you even think about trying to make something, preferring instead to ...  Read the complete review

This is a beautifully presented book from cover to cover. The book has an air of sophistication due to the artistic photography of both the finished pieces and the step-by-step detailed shots. The book is just slightly smaller than A4 and this allows a decent amount of spacing for the information for each project, of which there are over 35 to complete. The projects are categorised into the following: - Decorative Chain Making - Rings, Brooches and Bangles - Wrapped Jewellery - Valentine's Jewellery - Wedding Celebrations - Classic Collections Each project details exactly what tools and the quantity of ...  Read the complete review