Chains Chains Chains: 25 Necklaces, Bracelets & Earrings

Description

This is the best book available on making fabulous jewelry chains. Chains can unchain a jeweler's creativity! These 25 non-traditional designs showcase an array of metals in dazzling combinations of sterling silver, gold, copper, aluminum, brass and bronze - along with a range of finishes and textures. From shimmering delicate silver teardrops to mixed-metal boxes that hold caged pearls, these dramatic necklaces, bracelets, and earrings are absolute showstoppers - joys to make and wear.

Reviews

"Stunning projects ... sometimes I cannot believe to what heights artists and artisans can fly. They will absolutely charm you, inspire you, and encourage your own passion for creating. I cannot recommend this book more highly. It is (a) carefully crafted, stunning, informative, watershed book." - Jean Yates

Author description

Joanna Gollberg is a full time studio jeweler in Asheville, North Carolina. She has written four books on making metal jewelry and home decor: The Ultimate Jeweler's Guide, Making Metal Jewelry, Creative Metal Crafts, and The Art and Craft of Making Jewelry, all published by Lark Books. She is a frequent contributor to Lapidary Journal and Art Jewelry and a jewelry instructor at Penland School of Crafts, the John C. Campbell Folk School, and Arrowmont School of Crafts. Her website is www.joannagollberg.com. Nathalie Mornu is an editor for Lark Jewelry & Beading and author several books, including A Is for Apron, Quilt It with Wool, and Leather Jewelry. She lives in Asheville, North Carolina.