Lisa Bluhm's first book, Simple Soldered Jewelry & Accessories, was a huge success, selling more than 26,000 copies. Now she's back with more than 20 trendy new projects and the hottest techniques
Bind a book beautifully, with these whimsical and stylish projects from bookbinder extraordinaire Erica Ekrem. With her novel approach to traditional techniques, and the use of repurposed materials, E
Traditional Celtic knotwork are among the most beautiful, intricate patterns ever created. And coloring in their interlaced paths can relax and focus the mind. Unwind by adding color to these 80 exqui
Popular illustrator and stamper Geninne Zlatkis has a passion for nature and color that distinguishes her work. These 20 beautiful projects--including cards, an embellished journal and tote, and decor
Oh yes you can! Whether you're an experienced beader or just starting out, the I CAN series has been designed especially for you. I CAN Herringbone teaches herringbone stitch in all its forms, guidin
Right angle weave (RAW) is one of the two most popular beadweaving stitches, and this entry in the new I CAN series serves as a comprehensive primer for the novice as well as a refresher for beaders w
From award-winning quilter, garment designer, and teacher Jen Swearington comes an essential and accessible guide to printing by hand on fabric. She starts by explaining how to translate design ideas
Soldering has taken the crafting world by storm, and the well-illustrated and easy-to-follow instructions in this comprehensive guide thoroughly demystify the process. Beginners will learn how to mast
Right angle weave and peyote: these are the two immensely popular stitches that beadweaving master Rachel Nelson-Smith turns into gorgeous bracelets, necklaces, and earrings. Meant for intermediate- t
Bead embroidery featuring soutache, a decorative braid, is a hot, trending technique—and this is the first English-language book dedicated to this relatively easy craft. Renowned designer Anneta Valio
From Magic Lantern, the best camera guides in the business, comes the complete at-home course on the new Nikon D5100 camera-along with an authoritative lesson in the basics of digital photography. Thi
"One look at Pinterest and the blogosphere and it's clear that crafters have embraced markers as an easy way to add decorative elements to store-bought products. This primer showcases 30 wildly creati
Dallas Lovett's elegant-yet-graceful project designs capture the look crafters want now—sophisticated and stunning. He presents 25 of his most unique designs, all luxurious, with layered twists, and s
The teacher is droning, the students are moaning, and every minute feels like an hour. There's only one thing for a kid drowning in dullness to do: Grab this entertaining notebook and get doodling! It
Every kid (and many creative and crafty adults, too!) will want this fool-the-teacher notebook that offers oodles of doodle possibilities when boredom sets in or the brain needs a break. On the surfac
What is contemporary jewelry? What makes it unique? What distinguishes these objects and practices from other visual arts? Contemporary Jewelry in Perspective provides clear definitions, concise history, and cultural context for the form, along with abundant illustrations of an amazing range of work. Featuring notable contributors from around the world, it offers fascinating discussions on creating, collecting, exhibiting, selling, and wearing these pieces, as well as individual essays that present a global perspective on the art over the past 30 to 40 years. Jewelers, designers, students, collectors, and historians will find this essential reading.The book is a joint venture between the Art Jewelry Forum (artjewelryforum.org) and Lark Jewelry & Beading.
Create stunningly intricate jewelry using soutache—a form of ornate braid or tassel. Providing plenty of photographed step-by-step instructions as a guide, Amee K. Sweet-McNamara shows intermediate-to
This fresh, fun foray into the world of embroidery showcases ten prominent designers, all acclaimed for their embroidery and stitching artistry. Each one shares instructions for three projects, along
Just about anything is fodder for Diane Hyde's eclectic, multilayered jewelry: found objects, quirky oddities, old images, and vintage materials. Beaders will love exploring her whimsical style and le
