This radically new easy-to-use format features die-cut pages that split the book into two separate halves, eliminating the tiresome task of switching back and forth between the general techniques sections and the instruction for a specific project. Just open the top half to the design you want to work, and the lover half to the techniques that you need to do it, as you need to know them. Theres wasted space, so theres lots more room for extra projects and loads of techniques, ideas and professional secrets.

Master every technique you need to create fabulous jewelry: transferring complex designs to metal; cutting and sawing; drilling and filing; polishing; bending and doming; making hollow beads; soldering; making ear wires and hooks and clasps, twisting wire; mitering; stone setting; 20 techniques in all, each meticulously illustrated by step-by-step in color photos.

Ready to make exquisite projects? Create beautiful band and stone-set rings; single strand amethyst bead necklaces; multistrand necklaces made from colored freshwater pearls; a bead-drop choker or a sliver filigree necklace; a resin heart pendant; gypsy hoop, stone set, and pearl-drop cluster earrings; filigree brooches; chain and bangle bracelets 23 outstanding projects in all.