The Naughty Secretary Club: The Working Girl's Guide to Handmade Jewelry

by Jennifer Perkins

Readers will learn how to turn anything from paper clips to writing utensils into a stylish piece of jewelry using this collection of more than thirty step-by-step projects that encourage readers to look at office supplies in a whole new way. Original.

Genres: Crafts, Nonfiction, Jewellery, Reference

144 pages, Paperback

First published August 11, 2008

Reviews

[Krista · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really loved the designs, but what is frustrating in all these craft books that use found/re purposed items, is that the best/funkiest items are so difficult to find. Where am I going to find plastic gnomes? Gnomes aside, I really loved her upcycled glasses and watch-face necklace designs.

I didn't spend a ton of time reading the instructions or narratives, but I'd like to take this book out again and really pick through it.

[Laura · Rating 2 out of 5]

This was not the book I thought it was going to be. I thought it might just be like a book of patterns involving jewelry and other interesting things you could make out of odds and ends, but instead I found a book with more text than patterns. And when it did feature patterns it didn't have accompanying photographs that analyzed exactly what you were supposed to do. I didn't read the text in this book because I was more interested in patterns. I was intrigued by the cover and thought it might have some interesting things inside, but a quick perusal of the contents soon showed that I wasn't going to be reading this book anytime soon.

*Taken from my book reviews blog: http://reviewsatmse.blogspot.com/2010...

[Ren · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great book if you're into handmade jewelry, or looking for some inspiration to start making some! The projects in this book are kitschy, vintage, and unique. Not only does The Naughty Secretary Club have complete projects that you can try out, but it also has tips and tutorials on some essential jewelry-making skills, such as making your own beads. This book is definitely worth a look, even if you're just admiring the pretty pictures. c;

[Robin · Rating 3 out of 5]

Although I liked this one, I am glad that I didn't purchase it for my own collection because some of the projects were really complicated and needed tools that I don't own. But I love the concept and for those who enjoy going to flea markets and searching for cast-off jewelry, you will really get a kick out of it!

[Cada · Rating 3 out of 5]

Bought this on a whim. Has some really cute projects in it--most I wouldn't wear now, but I probably would have loved to about 10 years ago when I was in college or even back in high school. Very funky and fun--I love to look at the pictures! Would definitely recommend this for people with a taste for bright, spunky, and super kawaii projects.

[Emily · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is really far more kitchy than is my style, but the ideas are cool, and some of the techniques, like for using resin, are neat, and I may use them in other things. I found it to be better for inspiration than actual projects, but that's just because it's outside my style.

[Colleen AF · Rating 4 out of 5]

One of the first books I've picked up in a long time that made me want to do EVERY single project. Totally inspiring!

[Mandy · Rating 4 out of 5]

you have to luuuuv kitsch to love this book. I only sort-of like kitsch sometimes, so I only sort-of like this.

[Michelle · Rating 2 out of 5]

I like things a little wacky, but I don't really see anyone wearing most of the jewelry featured in this book. It's a fun idea, but for the most part, just not appealing.

[Janet · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cool designs!

[Erika Mulvenna · Rating 4 out of 5]

Kitchy! Love the ideas in this book and the fun styles. This book actually made me start digging for my box of jewelry making supplies!

[Jawa · Rating 3 out of 5]

Deliciously tacky and awesome.

[Krista Bolan · Rating 3 out of 5]

I learned how to make resin jewelry - very cool!

[Oriana]

If Colleen says it rocks, I'm pretty sure it does.