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Read interviews with innovative artists and technical experts in the jewelry field, find the latest information on products and tools, and be inspired by our gallery of jewelry.

Breathe Life into Dragon Scale

Subtle colors, smaller ring sizes, and a mix of metals give this classic chain mail weave an updated look.

Online Extra! Check out our video tutorial on the dragon scale chain mail pattern. Plus print out an easy English/metric jump ring conversion chart.

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Deconstruct the Lentil Bead

Make, unmake, and remake a fundamental metal clay form to redefine a classic shape.

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Design and Build a Bracelet a la Carte

Use basic cold connections to mix and match found objects, base metals, and polymer components.

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Invent New Patinas

Experiment with 14 ways to combine common household agents and surface treatments to color fine silver.

Online Extras! Learn how to make metal clay disks with a keum-boo accent in Susan Ellenton's tutorial. Plus get and in-depth look at how to fire copper metal clay from expert Mardel Rein.

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Secrets from a Master Enamelist

By Lillian Jones

Take your first steps: Learn essential techniques plus expert tips and tricks.

Online Extras! Find out Lillian Jones' favorite enamel colors and when to use them.

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Art Jewelry Departments

From the Editor: Hazel Wheaton

New Arrivals: Annie Pennington and Reidin Dintzner

Up Front -

We review a plant-based resin, and a new way to focus on your craft. Plus, we show which book and dvd might be the right addition for your workshop library, give you the scoop on an upcoming workshop, exhibit, share questions and comments from our readers, and more!

Metalsmithing 101 by Michael David Sturlin

Making Multiples.

Stone Sense by Richard M. Shull G.G.

Buyer Beware: How to Spot Fake Stones.

Business Savvy by Marlene Richey

Emerging-Artist Programs: A Stepping Stone.

Gallery

A collection of jewelry to intrigue and inspire you.

A Conversation with Susan Brooks

A master artisan shifts from painting and graphic arts to jewelry and back again in her intriguing work.

Beyond Jewelry

Super-scale chain mail by Ruth Borgenicht

Basics

See demonstrations and definitions of beginning jewelry-making techniques needed for projects in this issue.

Online Extras! Check out our jewelry-making tutorials and videos on basic techniques for metal, metal clay, wirework, polymer clay, enamel, and more! Also, find out what tools and supplies you should have in your jewelry-making toolbox.

Contacts & Suppliers

Where to find the materials and tools used in this issue.

Online Exclusive: Find Events and Classes Near You

Use our searchable databases to find local gem and jewelry events and jewelry-making classes in your area.