Findings & Finishings

by Sharon Bateman, Ann Swanson (Illustrator), Scott Freeman (Illustrator)

Choosing the right findings and finishing techniques can transform an ordinary piece of jewelry from simple to stunning. This guide describes how to use purchased findings, provides techniques for creating unique ones, and shares innovative ways to finish necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and pins. Each finding and finishing technique--whether it's a description of a barrel clasp, instructions on making your own beaded clasp, or methods for attaching a pin back--is presented in detail with colorful illustrations and photographs. Projects are integrated throughout the book to illustrate the techniques presented.

Genres: Jewellery, Beading, Crafts, Reference

128 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 2003

Reviews

[Leslie]

A good book for the intermediate-level beadwork hobbyist. I got some great ideas from this, but I probably will not use them until I have more practice and more confidence with store bought findings.

[Liz]

I really liked this book. Lots of cool tips and tricks.