Posted by Leah on Jan 27, 2008
I went to my local book store yesterday & browsed the section of jewelry books - there are some really beautiful new (within the last year) books on all kinds of topics in jewelry making. Here are links to a few on Amazon that I’d love to add to my jewelry making library:
The Art of Jewelry: Wood: Techniques, Projects, Inspiration (Art of Jewelry)
by Terry Taylor - this book has some beautiful projects, some using premade wood beads and components and others involving woodworking. Natural materials are definitely “in” right now, and one project that involved making components from found wood might appeal to anyone interested in using found/recycled materials.
The Art of Polymer Clay Creative Surface Effects: Techniques and Projects Featuring Transfers, Stamps, Stencils, Inks, Paints, Mediums, and More
by Donna Kato is gorgeous. I’ve honestly never been interested in polymer clay - a lot of what I’ve seen just isn’t that great - but after seeing this book, I have a new respect for the effects a talented artisan can get with poly clay. Really beautiful & inspiring pictures.
500 Wedding Rings: Celebrating a Classic Symbol of Commitment (500 Series)
is another book full of beautiful pictures. No projects or information on jewelry making in this book, just page after page of photos of wedding rings by contemporary jewelry makers. Some are more art pieces than practical wedding rings, others are beautifully classic.
