Jewelry Making and Beading For Dummies

Make bracelets, necklaces, earrings, rings, pins, key chains, and more. Want to make jewelry and gifts from scratch? This new edition of Jewelry Making & Beading For Dummies provides the easy-to-understand information that makes it easy. Updated information on getting started and setting up the necessities of a jewelry makers workshop. New innovative ideas for materials such as making beads from scratch, customizing components like glass pendants, and up-cycling found objects for new creations. Updated trends including Victorian, Steampunk, Indian-inspired, and wrap bracelets. Advice on how to gain project ideas through websites like Pinterest without infringing on someones rights. New and updated information on setting up a storefront, turning your hobby into a business, and gaining exposure through Etsy.com, blogs, and social media sites. With hundreds of detailed photos—now featured in full-color—Jewelry Making & Beading For Dummies is the ideal resource youll turn to again and again to create one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces and assorted gifts.