Best of
Jewellery

2004

The Art of Enameling: Techniques, Projects, Inspiration


Linda Darty - 2004
    Written with clarity and passion by a leader in the field, it covers all the popular techniques, the fundamentals of setting up a studio, and 14 fabulous projects. The various styles range from traditional cloisonné, champlevé, and plique-à-jour to experimental techniques such as firing enamel onto mesh forms. Even more creative possibilities await in the firing: use copper oxide to create cool color variations or try raku firing for unique effects. All the well-photographed projects, from a vibrantly toned flower ring to an elegant set of buttons with a delicate leaf pattern, encourage novices to use their skills and imagination.

Dress Accessories, C.1150-C.1450


Geoff Egan - 2004
    This text provides descriptions and discussions of over 2000 brooches, rings, buckles, pendants, buttons, purses and other accessories found in archaeological digs in London, and dating from the period 1150-1450.

1000 Rings: Inspiring Adornments for the Hand


Marthe Le Van - 2004
    With designs that range from the traditional to the very avant-garde, each of the 1,000 examples is an exceptional work of art, finely crafted by the best contemporary jewelers. Rob Jackson mixes antique industrial elements (a 100-year-old wrought iron nail) with radiant 20-karat gold and a glowing ruby for a dynamic visual contrast. Tomomi Arats collection, Treasure from Under the Sea, captures the exoticism of ocean life: he uses pearls, enamel, and sand to create rings that look as if they were chiseled directly out of a coral reef. Among the prestigious artisans represented: Arline M. Fisch, Michael Zobel, Katja Prins, Paul Preston, and Bruce Metcalf.

Beaded Beauties to Crochet (Leisure Arts #3656)


Susan Lutz Kenyon - 2004
    Simply combine beads and nylon cord to make 10 sophisticated necklaces and 3 bracelets, each fashioned from crocheted slip-stitch "ropes."

Collecting Victorian Jewelry: Identification And Price Guide


C. Jeanenne Bell - 2004
    Items from the Victorian period have a reputation for beauty and elegance, which is why they are such popular collectibles. This one-of-a-kind reference covers the beautiful jewelry of the Victorian Age, from 1837 to 1901. Gemologist C. Jeanenne Bell offers collectors this fascinating all-color exploration of the illustrious age and the elegant jewelry that is produced.Decade by decade, Bell reveals how the fashion of the time influenced the style of jewelry, and how innovations in manufacturing affected jewelry production. Jewelry listings provide current marketplace values, and also cover American and French jewelry styles from the time. Over 1,000 color pictures and illustrations convey the true beauty of Victorian era jewelry it produced.

Chanel Fine Jewelry


Francoise Aveline - 2004
    5. It's uniquely complex composition, which contrasted with it's sober bottle and simple name, suddenly made all other fragrances seem outdated and gave the world a lesson in modernity.