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Wired Cards & Embelishments

Another installment in the Artistic Wire booklet collection, WIRED, Cards & Embellishments by Julianna Hudgins features a collection of designs from papercrafters around the world to inspire creative uses of Artistic Wire. The 17 original projects teach techniques like making spirals and coils, using wire to embellish papercrafts, and more! A must have for any papercrafter ready to explore using wire techniques, or any wire worker interested in delving into papercrafts!

Part# JBKAWCARD01

Creative Fusion

In Creative Fusion, Julianna Hudgins has assembled another talented group of designers whose projects are sure to inspire you. This booklet features wire work and mixed media projects including papercrafts, embellishment, home décor, jewelry, and more. The included tips and techniques, as well as the detailed instructions, will be a welcome addition to anyone’s creative arsenal.

Part# JBKAWCREFUS

Wire Wrapping

Backed by more than 25 years of jewelry industry expertise, author Wyatt White demonstrates the essentials of wire wrapping, featuring more than 80 sensational picture-instructions. The lessons in this booklet will help you develop the vital skills needed to wire-wrap practically any type of object/stone using square and half-round wire.

Part# JBKWIRE02

Beginning Wire Wrapping

With over 25 years of jewelry industry expertise, author Wyatt White demonstrates the fundamental techniques of wire wrapping. Featuring more than 116 enlarged picture-instructions, the lessons in this booklet illustrate the principle wire wrapping techniques and how they are used to make loops, links, wrapped beads, and more using round wire.

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Advanced Chain Maille

Take the next step in your chain maille journey and learn how to weave like the experts! Author and chain maille aficionado Lauren Andersen guides you through these advanced techniques, which are recommended after you’ve mastered the Basics of Chain Maille. The four patterns covered in this booklet are the Half Persian, Japanese 12-in-2, Parallel/Helm’s Weave, and Dragonscale.

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Basics of Chain Maille

Learn the basics of chain maille with author and chain maille expert Lauren Andersen! You’ll learn essential techniques and weave patterns that are the basis of chain maille. The four patterns covered in this booklet are Byzantine/Birdcage, European 4-in-1, Turkish Round, and Full Persian/Foxtail.

Part# JBKCHMLBEG

Working with Wire DVD

Working with wire is fun and easy with the tips and techniques in this DVD. Learn how to use the WigJig and Wire Worker Tool to create jewelry components and findings, embellishments, home décor projects. This DVD will help to give ideas for adding a unique look to your existing craft projects.

Part# AWA-V1

Learning To Bead

By BarCharts and Beadalon. This laminated quick reference guide walks you through the basics of beading and will have you making stunning jewelry in no time. Illustrated step-by-step instructions will help you pick just the right wire, learn effective crimping techniques, plus how to use Scrimp findings and EZ-Crimp findings. Includes helpful hints on using basic beading tools and creating your own designs. 6 Pages.

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Sensational Bead Stringing

By Katie Hacker. A great reference book for using bead stringing wire to make many different types of jewelry. Make 40 trendy and stylish jewelry designs with easy to follow instructions. Combine macrame techniques with wire to create beaded necklaces, bracelets, lariats, anklets and more! Instructions are rated by difficulty level for the beginner, intermediate and expert beader. Reproduce the book’s designs exactly – or get inspired to incorporate new techniques into your own designs. 32 pages. Published by Beadalon.

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Memory Wire Magic

By Katie Hacker. Easy-to-follow instructions for making elegant designs with memory wire. Learn how to make wine glass charms, curtain tie-backs, candle wraps, Christmas tree ornaments, bracelets, rings and more! Includes step-by-step instructions and large, color photos for making up to 20 different designs. No experience necessary. A great book for beginners. 15 pages. Published by Beadalon.

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Born to Bead

By Katie Hacker. Directions and photos for making 67 dazzling, dramatic beaded jewelry projects. Make beaded bracelets, earrings, hair accessories, and necklaces. Born to Bead is full of great project ideas for the beginning to intermediate crafter. 40 pages.

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Katie’s Basics of Beading

By Katie Hacker. Let Katie introduce you to the wonderful world of beading! You'll be hooked as Katie teaches you how to choose and coordinate beads, how to finish a piece with crimp beads and how to use different types of stringing material, from memory wire to hemp. Over 50 projects with step-by-step instructions: a great place to get started. It's like taking a beading class from a pro! 40 pages.

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The Basics of Bead Stringing

By Genevieve Bourget. A complete illustrated approach to beginner and advanced designers which explains how to use many Beadalon products. Well written and explanatory. 64 pages full of valuable information at an affordable price.

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Complete Beading for Beginners

By Karen Rempel. This book contains simple, easy-to-follow directions that show you how to make necklaces, earrings, and embroidered clothing, dream catchers, and barrettes with beads, findings, and tools. A glossary of terms with matching illustrations is provided in the back of the book and is a great reference tool for beginners and advanced designers. 158 pages.

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Beading 101

By Katie Hacker, Teresa Welch, and LeNae Gerig. A must for every beader’s library. In a concise, easy to follow format, the authors outline everything you need to know about beads and beading…..and then some! You’ll find instruction on techniques to string necklaces, bracelets and earrings, design tips, and plenty of inspiration, too. This book is a great learning tool and an invaluable reference. 42 pages.

Part# JBKbeading101

You Made It... Now Sell It!

By Susie Bradford Edwards. Now that you’ve mastered the techniques, all of your friends and family are saying, “You should sell your work!” But how? With over 18 years experience designing and selling her jewelry, and lines in Nordstrom’s and Sak’s, Susie knows a thing or two about marketing herself and her jewelry. Industry contact information and reference materials are provided. With step by step plans and valuable, practical advice, this book is the ultimate “how to” to turn your hobby into your profession. 178 pages.

Part# JBKYoumadeit