Earrings - Softcover

Wilson, Tansy

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1861088817 ISBN 13: 9781861088819

Publisher: GMC Publications, 2011

Synopsis

What swings from elegant to fun more stylishly than earrings?  Yet however striking a pair may be, there is nothing that compares to the pride of having made them yourself. This inspiring guide will help you do just that, with 20 inexpensive projects as quick and easy to create as they are beautiful to behold. With sections on tools and equipment, materials, and basic techniques, even a novice will soon be bending wire like a pro and turning buttons, beads, feathers, shells, and more into stunning fashion accessories.

About this title

Book Description:

Magpie books are ideal for all those who can’t get enough of shiny, pretty things’ and would love to learn how to make sweet, fun and funky pieces of jewellery for themselves, friends and family. Here’s a fabulous new series of books to show you how to make 20 lovely items that are inexpensive and easy-to-make for all skill-levels, especially the novice crafter. The simple techniques and projects are shown in clear step-by-step photographs, with plenty of tips on how to get them just right, first time. Each project is clearly laid out to show the reader what equipment and materials are needed to make the piece of jewellery and each item can be completed in up to nine simple steps many in much less! So, when you see that string of fabulous, cute beads at a craft fair but have no idea what to make with them, or have a special outfit and are looking for a unique piece of jewellery to set it off, then Magpie books are just for you as they are packed with ideas and inspiration. You’ll never be short of ideas of little trinkets to make as gifts for loved ones, or yourself.

About the Author:

Tansy Wilson creates jewelry for private clients using a wide variety of materials. She also teaches jewelry design and works for the University of the Arts, London. Tansy also contributes projects to Making Jewellery magazine.

About this edition

• Publisher: GMC Publications
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 1861088817
• ISBN 13: 9781861088819
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 120