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Reneé newman Gemstone & JewelRy Guides

Gemstone settinGs: the Jewelry maker’s Guide to styles & techniques, Young. An in-depth, encyclopedic guide to stone setting. Hard Cover. 208 pgs., ISBN 9781596686366, $29.95

CReatiVe stonesettinG, Cogswell. Discover dozens of ways to attach stones to gold and silver objects. Detailed text and over 600 drawings describe concepts, tools and techniques appropriate to jewelers of every skill level. Hard cover. 208 pgs., ISBN 9781929565221, $35.00

Gem tumBlinG and BaRoQue JewelRy maKinG, Victors. Features step-by-step practical advice, and includes instructions on building your own tumbler. 58 pgs., $6.50

JeweleR’s diReCtoRy oF Gemstones: a Complete Guide to appraising and using Precious stones from Cut and Color to shape and settings, Crowe. This book fills a well-needed niche, providing an excellent and comprehensive introduction to the understanding, grading and use of gemstones for jewelry designers, jewelry makers and those with a less technical interest in the subject; includes color pictures, illustrations, jewelry designs, full glossary of terms. 176 pgs., ISBN 9781770851085, $24.95

oPal & Gemstone JewelRy: Cutting, designing, setting, a step-by-step instructional Guide, Downing. Simple and easy to understand loaded with insider tips, insights and new perspectives from an expert with over 40 years experience. 310 pgs., ISBN 9780981733609, $29.95

wRaPPed in Gems: 40 elegant designs for wire-wrapped Gemstone Jewelry, Sato-Flores. Contains 40 projects to create beautiful wire-wrapped jewelry. Includes photo gallery, gemstone overview and jewelry making basics. 160 pgs., ISBN 9780307408464, $22.95

Gold, Platinum, Palladium, silVeR & otheR JewelRy metals: how to test, select & Care for them, Newman. Written for both lay people and profes-sionals, this book offers concise, practical details on testing, evaluating, buying, selling and caring for precious metals and alternative jewelry metals such as copper, bronze, brass, titanium, stainless steel and more. 136 pgs., ISBN 9780929975474, $19.95

RaRe Gemstones: how to identify, evaluate, and Care for unusual Gems, Newman. A beautiful full-color guide to identifying and evaluating unusual gems. 137 pgs., ISBN 9780929975467, $19.95

the diamond hand-BooK: a Practical Guide to diamond evaluation, Newman. This book shows you how to evaluate diamond quality and gives tips on how to get good values. 186 pgs., ISBN 9780929975399, $19.95

exotiC Gems, Newman. Full-color guides to identifying, evaluating and buying exotic stones. $19.95 each

Volume 2: how to identify and Buy alexandrite, andalusite, Chrysoberyl Cat’s eye, Kyanite, Common opal, dinosaur Gembone, tsavorite, Rhodolite & other Garnets, 154 pgs., ISBN 9780929975450Volume 3: how to identify, evaluate, select and Care for matrix opal, Fire agate, Blue Chalcedony, Rubellite, indicolite, Paraiba and other tourmalines, 172 pgs., ISBN 9780929975481

JewelRy handBooK: how to select, wear & Care for Jewelry, Newman. A practical guide to selecting the right jewelry for your lifestyle, budget and body type. 180 pgs., ISBN 9780929975382, $19.95

Gem & JewelRy PoCKet Guide: a traveler’s Guide to Buying diamonds, Colored Gems, Pearls, Gold, and Platinum Jewelry, Newman. A concise overview of what to look for when buying gems and jewelry. 156 pgs., ISBN 9780929975306, $11.95

Gem and JewelRy BuyinG GuidesInformative guides by Renée Newman show how to evaluate and distinguish the genuine from the imitation. A comprehensive mix of technical and practical information, illustrated in full-color and sharp B/W photos.

diamond RinG BuyinG Guide: how to evaluate, identify and select diamonds & diamond Jewelry, 7/e, 160 pgs., ISBN 9780929975405, $18.95Gemstone BuyinG Guide: how to evaluate, identify, select & Care for Colored Gems, 2/e 152 pgs., ISBN 9780929975344, $19.95PeaRl BuyinG Guide: how to identify and select Pearls & Pearl Jewelry, 5/e, 160 pgs., ISBN 9780929975443, $19.95

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tim mCCReiGht metalsmithinG

the ComPlete metalsmith, McCreight. A best-selling work-shop manual. Abundantly illus-trated. Spiral bound, 200 pgs., ISBN 9780871922403, $19.95.

the ComPlete metalsmith, student edition, McCreight. A condensed version of the best-seller that is designed as a primer for entry-level/student metalsmiths. 154 pgs., ISBN 9781929565061, $14.95

the ComPlete metalsmith, Professional edition, McCreight. The revised and reformatted version of the original Complete Metalsmith is three times larger and includes additional material. Particular care is paid to thoroughness and ease-of-use. Hard cover. 312 pgs., ISBN 9781929565054, $30.00

the ComPlete metalsmith dVd, McCreight. Tim McCreight’s classic title comes to life in a DVD. Approximately 70 min., $29.95

metalsmith’s BooK oF Boxes & loCKets, McCreight. Learn how to create boxes with smooth sliding hinges, disappearing seams, and catches that click with confidence. Hard cover, 144 pgs., ISBN 9781929565238, $29.95

PRaCtiCal CastinG, McCreight. Excellent textbook about lost wax models, investing, burnout and other procedures. 160 pgs., ISBN 9780961598457, $18.95

PRaCtiCal JoininG: a Bench Reference for Jewelers, McCreight. A helpful tool for the jewelry craftsperson, covers a wide range of both traditional and modern joining techniques. Fully indexed. 102 pgs., ISBN 9781929565160, $18.95

simPle soldeRinG: a Beginner’s Guide to Jewelry making, Richbourg. Learn to love your torch and make 20 beautiful projects; using simple tools, a guide to proper technique and an instructional bonus DVD, any crafter can create polished and professional soldered jewelry; 164 min. bonus DVD included. 160 pgs., ISBN 9781596685505, $29.95

hot ConneCtions JewelRy: the Complete sourcebook of soldering techniques, Chin. Learn soldering, from choosing a torch to basic techniques like sawing, filing, and riveting, and more advanced techniques; 23 lessons, 15 projects. 160 pgs., ISBN 9780823033362, $22.99

soldeRinG made simPle: easy techniques for the Kitchen-table Jeweler, Silvera. Learn to make professional-quality soldered jewelry safely at home. Using a handheld butane torch, you will learn how to create small-scale jewelry projects including earrings, charms, pendants and rings. 112 pgs., ISBN 9780871164063, $21.95

soldeRinG made simPle dVd, Silvera. The companion DVD to Joe Silvera’s book on soldering. Features soldering basics and a step-by-step project. 92 min. $19.95

ChasinG and RePoussé: methods ancient and modern, Corwin. Both beginners and advanced workers will learn design and techniques of chasing and repoussé (using hammers and punches.) Hard cover. 184 pgs., ISBN 9781929565320, $35.00

the JeweleR’s studio handBooK: traditional and Contemporary techniques for working with metal and mixed media materials, Holschuh. Hammering, soldering and riveting tech-niques as well as how to equip your studio. 176 pgs., ISBN 9781592534852, $24.99

JewelRy laB: 52 experiments, investigations, and explorations in metal, Manley. Learn basic and approachable techniques such as sawing, soldering, finishing, texturing, etching and rolling. 144 pgs., ISBN 9781592537228, $24.99

JeweleR’s ResouRCe: a Reference of Gems, metals, Formulas and terminology for Jewelers, Knuth. A practical tool for the bench jeweler or student, and the most complete reference available for the retail jeweler. Spiral-bound, 112 pgs., ISBN 9780964355033, $21.95

PRoFessional JewelRy maKinG: a Contemporary Guide to traditional Jewelry techniques, Revere. Alan Revere has revised his landmark book, Professional Goldsmithing, to create this new classic featuring 35 projects for all skill levels. 360 pgs., ISBN 9781929565429, $70.00

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the new enCyCloPedia oF JewelRy-maKinG teChniQues: a Comprehensive Visual Guide to traditional and Contemporary techniques, McGrath. Fully revised and updated, this go-to reference covers both classic and new techniques reflecting advances in jewelry-making. 160 pgs., ISBN 9780762440498, $19.95

the ComPlete BooK oF JewelRy maKinG: a Full-Color introduction to the Jeweler’s art, Codina. Learn every aspect of jewelry making in this large source book filled with essential details on every technique you will need. 160 pgs., ISBN 9781579903046, $19.95

the woRKBenCh Guide to JewelRy teChniQues, Young. A comprehensive single-source reference book for jewelers with detailed and clear step-by-step instructions and photography. Hard cover, 320 pgs., ISBN 9781596681699, $34.95

the JewelRy maKinG handBooK: simple techniques and step-by-step Projects, McSwiney, Williams & Davies. Produce professional-looking jewelry using simple techniques and equipment; spiral bound. Hard cover. 192 pgs., ISBN 9780785822998, $14.95

PRaCtiCal JewelRy-maKinG teChniQues: Problem solving, O’Keeffe. A comprehensive and well illustrated overview of core jewelry-making techniques. 144 pgs., ISBN 9781770851160, $24.95

ColoR, textuRe & CastinG FoR JeweleRs: hands-on demonstrations & Practical applications, Codina. One of the best modern casting books available –authoritative, approachable and filled with creative techniques. 128 pgs, ISBN 9781454700173, $29.95

wild JewelRy: materials, techniques, inspiration: a Complete Guide to making statement Jewelry from objects Found in nature, Drew. From sea glass to acorns, discover how to use a diverse range of “wild” materials to make jewelry. 144 pgs., ISBN 9780762445271, $20.00

indian JewelRy maKinG, Branson. This long-standing favorite is a full-color presentation of traditional silversmithing methods. Spiral-bound. 120 pgs., ISBN 9781887896030, $21.95

Chain mail JewelRy: Contemporary designs from Classic techniques, Taylor & White. Projects are clearly presented utilizing a range of chain mail techniques. Hard cover, 144 pgs., ISBN 9781579907235, $24.95

the wiRewoRKeR’s ComPanion, Peck & Dickerson. This comprehen-sive guide is packed full of illustrated techniques. Hard cover. 116 pgs., ISBN 9781596687196, $19.95

FoldFoRminG, Lewton-Brain. The ultimate reference on foldforming from the artist who invented this ground-breaking approach to working with metal. Hard cover. 160 pgs., ISBN 9781929565269, $35.00

toRCh-FiRed enamel JewelRy: a workshop in Painting with Fire, Lewis. Combine beading and wire-working techniques with the intense beauty of torch-fired enameled beads. 128 pgs., ISBN 9781440308864, $24.99

the aRt oF enamelinG: techniques, Projects, inspiration, Dary. Contains a complete course in enameling, including tools and equipment needed. 178 pgs., ISBN 9781579909543, $17.95

heat, ColoR, set & FiRe: surface effects for metal Jewelry, Hettmansperger. Transform the look of metal jewelry through embossing, paints and colored pencils, epoxy resin, putty, enameling and etching. 128 pgs., Hard Cover. ISBN 9781454700166, $27.95

stamPed metal JewelRy: Creative techniques & designs for making Custom Jewelry, Kelly. Put your personal stamp on jewelry using metal stamps and sterling silver blanks in 19 fun and inspiring projects; includes DVD. 136 pgs., ISBN 9781596681774, $24.95

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handCRaFted wiRe FindinGs: techniques and designs for Custom Jewelry Components, Peck and Dickerson. Contains over 30 projects using silver, copper, brass, and artistic wire; tips on wirework, texturizing, silver fusing, adding patina and other finishings. 128 pgs. ISBN 9781596682832, $22.95

the aBsolute BeGinneRs Guide: making wire Jewelry: everything you need to Know to Get started, Callaghan. 96 pgs., ISBN 9780871164353, $21.95

CindeRhill style simPle & eleGant wiRe settinGs: an easy to Follow Guide on Professional wire wrapping, Cinderhill. Learn to wrap wire in the striking Cinderhill style. Approximately 30 min., $24.99

GReat wiRe JewelRy: Projects & techniques, Peterson. Both beginners and experienced jewelry makers will appreciate the ingenious yet simple techniques used to braid, twist and knit wire into stunning jewelry. 60 pgs., ISBN 9781600596216, $9.95

200 BeadinG tiPs, teChniQues & tRade seCRets, Power. Clearly photographed and illustrated, covering every aspect of beading, from tools and materials to design and methods, this will help beginning and advanced beaders improve their craft 160 pgs., ISBN 9780312587475, $22.99

the BasiCs oF Bead stRinGinG, Kanan. Best-seller! Addresses the most common and popular questions for those wanting to design and produce their own jewelry. Step-by-step lessons are given with wire techniques, how to use leather or satin cords and the different types of beads available. 82 pgs., ISBN 9780961535315, $8.95

BeadinG with CaBoChons: simple techniques for Beautiful Jewelry, Eakin. Comprehensive guide to working with cabochons covering the basics, new techniques, trends, tools, materials, and bead selection. Hard cover, 128 pgs., ISBN 9781579907181, $24.95

the ComPlete Guide to wiRe & Beaded JewelRy: over 50 Beautiful Projects and Variations using wire and Beads, Jones. Create a cornucopia of jewelry designs using a variety of techniques. 192 pgs., ISBN 9781906525705, $24.95

the BeadinG answeR BooK: solutions to every Problem you’ll ever Face, answers to every Question you’ll ever ask, Morris. Pocket-sized and succinct beading primer with illustrated instructions and advice for 200 of the most vexing questions beading students ask. 432 pgs., ISBN 9781603420341, $14.95

how to tumBle Polish RoCKs into Gems, Smith. This classic guide book is back in print! Handy spiral binding allows book to lay flat while you work. 64 pgs., ISBN 9780976560319, $22.20

how you Can Cut and Polish Gems into ValuaBle Jewels, Smith. The 411 information guide that covers 80 major gemstones, cabochons, faceting & cabinet specimens. Spiral binding. 64 pgs., ISBN 9780976560302, $19.50

the enCyCloPedia oF wiRe JewelRy teChniQues: a Compendium of step-by-step techniques for making wire-Based Jewelry, Withers. Techniques explained in simple language for creating unusual and striking designs; for the beginner or the expert. 160 pgs., ISBN 9780762445776, $19.95

wiRe wRaPPinG, Chandler. Learn to create stunning jewelry, no experi-ence needed! Begin with the basics, then learn the essential techniques for designing deceptively simple projects. 128 pgs., ISBN 9781596680593, $22.95.

wiRewoRK: an illustrated Guide to the art of wire wrapping, Armstrong. Achieve the look of designer wireworked jewelry with this step-by-step guide for the intermediate artist. Includes 18 projects and an instructional DVD. 128 pgs., ISBN 9781596682900, $26.95.

GettinG staRted maKinG wiRe JewelRy and moRe, Chandler and Ritchey. Complete guide explaining supplies, tools and techniques for making jewelry and basic components. 112 pgs., ISBN 9781931499873, $16.95

Beads: the art of stringing, Ragan. Simplified, step-by-step guide with many different knotted designs. 58 pgs., ISBN 9780935182446, $4.95

silVeR thReads: making wire Filigree Jewelry, Rhodes-Moen. Basic silver-working techniques are paired with an overview of tools and materials to complete 12 projects ranging from simple to complex. 112 pgs., ISBN 9780871162212, $22.95

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Gembooks “How To” Guides

how to tumBle Polish Gemstones, Wexler. Turn pebbles and rough stones into sparkling jewels! Guide to tumbling equipment. 32 pgs., ISBN 9780935182378, $6.95

how to maKe wiRe JewelRy, Jenkins & Thrasher. Step-by-step instruc-tions and illustrations show how to use inexpensive tools and supplies to make pins, pendants, chains, rings, bracelets, earrings, stickpins and novelties. 32 pgs., ISBN 9780910652322, $6.00

how to use diamond aBRasiVes, Riggle. Learn to cut cabochons and small flats using diamond abrasives. Includes trim sawing, slab sawing, grinding, dopping, smoothing, polishing, and equipment. 30 pgs., ISBN 9780910652308, $5.50

how to CReate with hoRseshoe nails, Link. Instructions for making horseshoe nail jewelry, picture frames, napkin holders, display stands and sculp-tures. Covers tools and supplies needed. 22 pgs., ISBN 9780910652261, $2.25

how to RePaiR JewelRy, Phelps. Detailed instructions by a professional jewelry repairman show how to fix broken chains, replace lost parts, rebuild broken prongs, remove and reset gemstones, size rings and more. Also explains how to remodel old pieces. Illustrated. 30 pgs., ISBN 9780910652292, $5.00

CaBoChon CuttinG, Cox. Illustrations, photos, and detailed instructions show how to cut a cabochon. Everything to start you on the way to expert cutting. Answers all the questions from dopping to setting stones. 64 pgs., ISBN 9780935182279, $6.00

adVanCed CaBoChon CuttinG, Cox. Learn to master the special shaped cabochon cutting, assembled stones, star stones, and cat’s eyes. Special sections on opal and jade. 64 pgs., ISBN 9780910652148, $6.00

the aRt oF Gem CuttinG, Dake. This popular guide gets the reader started on the right path by teaching how to buy rough stones, cut the gems, choose and properly use your equipment. 96 pgs., ISBN 9780935182729, $6.00

FaCet CutteR’s handBooK, Soukup. Contains everything the reader needs to know to facet gemstones expertly. Includes 22 beautiful cuts. 64 pgs., ISBN 9780910652063, $6.00

JewelRy CRaFt made easy, French. For those who prefer purchasing finished gemstones and mountings; and assembling unique jewelry. 72 pgs., ISBN 9780935182606, $5.95

JewelRy maKinG FoR BeGinneRs, Soukup. Easy-to-learn methods, shown with photos and detailed text, for fabri-cating soldered jewelry pieces. 48 pgs., ISBN 9780910652179, $5.00

handBooK oF lost wax and inVestment CastinG, Sopcak. Detailed information and photographs show how to construct equipment, castings, molds, and patterns for jewelry and metal. 64 pgs., ISBN 9780935182286, $5.50