Jewelry Making For Beginners: A Complete & Easy Step by Step Guide

Janet Evans

Description

"Jewelry Making For Beginners" is a text that not only highlights the basics of making various types of jewelry, it also goes just a bit further into the process without making it overwhelming for the beginner. The aim that the author has with this text is to inform and educate and make the overall process as easy as possible to execute. The individual that has no concept at all of what jewelry making entails can read the text and not only get an overview of the jewelry making process but also get a bit of insight on the various processes that one can focus on be it using metal or beads or gems and stones. This book is a great source of reference for any hobbyist with an interest in making jewelry in their spare time or someone who has a creative side and has an interest in earning an income from making jewelry. The book is a great place to start to achieve that goal of creating great piece of wearable art. Of course this text will not appeal to everyone as not all are interested in using their hands or creativity to make something but for those who are it works.

Sujets

• Afición
• Reference
• Self-management
• Decorative arts
• Young-adult fiction
• Mixed media
• Stress management
• General officer
• Self-help
• Handicraft
• Jewellery
• Hobby
• Fashion
• Beadwork
• Design
• General
• Mode (habillement)
• Music
• Loisir

Informations

• Publié par: Speedy Publishing LLC
• Date de parution: 27 août 2013
• Nombre de lectures: 0
• EAN13: 9781628847277
• Langue: English

Extrait

JewelryMaking For Beginners
AComplete & Easy Step By Step Guide
By:Janet Evans
Tableof Contents
Publishers Notes
Dedication
Chapter 1 - An Overview of Jewelry Making
Chapter 2 - What Are the Different Jewelry Making Techniques and Designs?
Chapter 3 - Tools of the Trade Needed to Make Jewelry
Chapter 4 - Why Are Measurements and Weights Important?
Chapter 5 - Jewelry Making Techniques- How to Make Metal Jewelry
Chapter 6 - How to Use Stones, Pearls, Crystals and Beads When Making Jewelry
Chapter 7 - Making Clasps for Jewelry
Chapter 8 - Best Place to Find Materials To Make Jewelry
About The Author
Publishers Notes
Disclaimer
This publicationis intended to provide helpful and informative material. It is not intended todiagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any health problem or condition, nor isintended to replace the advice of a physician. No action should be taken solelyon the contents of this book. Always consult your physician or qualifiedhealth-care professional on any matters regarding your health and beforeadopting any suggestions in this book or drawing inferences from it.
The author andpublisher specifically disclaim all responsibility for any liability, loss orrisk, personal or otherwise, which is incurred as a consequence, directly orindirectly, from the use or application of any contents of this book.
Any and allproduct names referenced within this book are the trademarks of theirrespective owners. None of these owners have sponsored, authorized, endorsed,or approved this book.
Always read allinformation provided by the manufacturers’ product labels before using theirproducts. The author and publisher are not responsible for claims made bymanufacturers.
© 2013
Manufactured inthe United States of America
Dedication
This book isdedicated to Melissa and Sarah for their inspirational words and unwaveringsupport.
Chapter 1- An Overview of Jewelry Making
People like to make their ownjewelry for various reasons. Some people desire to use their creativity andmake unique designs. Others want to make their jewelry so that they can sell itat stores or other venues. Still others like to make theirs so that they cangive it away to friends and family for gifts throughout the year. For whateverreason they decide to make their own jewelry, they find that the time that theyspend on it is enjoyable. It becomes something that they look forward to doing,and they want to make more of it.

Does Someone Need A Lot Of Experience To Their Own Jewelry?
A person does not need priorexperience to learn how to make their own jewelry. They can learn as they goalong and try out different things. They can change the way that they maketheir jewelry along the way. Making their own jewelry allows them much leeway,and they will be able to make their very own unique designs in no time at all.They just need to have the proper supplies, some reference materials and the patienceto make their ideas come to life.
What Type Of Supplies Do They Need?
It is important that people thatmake jewelry get their supplies and have them on hand. They should also have aclean workspace that isn’t cluttered so that they can spend time making theirtreasured pieces. This can be a work bench, a counter top or even a desk, aslong as there is plenty of good light for them to see what they are doing.
When they are purchasing differentsupplies, they should make sure that they get plenty of gems, stones, crystalsand more. Scissors, string, needles and glue are other supplies that shouldalways be on hand. People that want to make their own jewelry should buy theseitems in bulk amounts. They should then organize them so that they know what haveon hand when they are starting a new project. Since jewelry making is socreative, a person can use all kinds of different things to make interestingpieces. It is all up to their imagination and the design that they have inmind. They should get the supplies before they start making it so they canproceed to the finished piece as soon as possible.
What Types Of Reference Materials DoThey Need?
When people want to make jewelry,they should make sure that they have a couple of reference books on the subject.These books are filled with knowledge and will allow them to followinstructions on making the jewelry without making costly mistakes. People thatdon’t have references books tend to make more mistakes with their jewelry thanthose that use them.
What Are The Costs For A PersonMaking Their Own Jewelry?
The cost for making their ownjewelry will depend on the types of metals that they use and the pieces thatthey intend to make. Smaller pieces will cost less and larger pieces will bemore of an expense. It will also depend on the types of stones, gems orcrystals that they decide to use in the pieces. Since the prices vary, someonethat wants to start making their own jewelry will want to scour the craftstores for good bargains. They should make sure that they visit them on saledays and stock up on the supplies that they might want to use with theirpieces. Another great way to save on supplies is to trade with other jewelrymakers. They may be looking for something and want to switch it for a piece thatthey have.