Chain Style [Paperback]

Jane Dickerson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 2009

Incorporating chain as a key element in jewelry design is becoming increasingly popular, and this handy instructional assists jewelry artists in discovering the ease and affordability of manipulating the medium to produce stunning and fashionable pieces. Using commonly found chain metals, such as brass, copper, sterling silver, gunmetal, aluminum, base metal, and goldtone, this extensive and accessible reference presents 50 fun and creative methods for showcasing chain styles to make even the most inexperienced designer look like a pro. Covering basic essential techniques—including opening and closing jump rings, cutting, oxidizing, and hammering—this informative and engaging manual focuses on simple chain styles that can be constructed to form clean, modern, wearable art.

Editorial Reviews

From Booklist

Jewelry design is an increasingly popular craft, and working with chain can be a fast and affordable process if you know the basics. Dickerson takes the time to discuss the wide variety of hammers, pliers, and other tools crafters need to be familiar with (along with which are absolutely necessary) as well as demonstrating the basic techniques involved in making and designing with chain––that is, how to make various connecting loops and rings. The projects included are stunning, although the directions could use a bit more step-by-step illustration. The difficulty levels range from simple, easy-to-put-together designs that newcomers can feel comfortable getting their feet wet with, to more complex projects that experienced jewelry makers can tackle as stated or customize to their hearts’ content. --Tina Coleman

Review

"Jewelry design is an increasingly popular craft, and working with chain can be a fast and affordable process if you know the basics. Dickerson takes the time to discuss the wide variety of hammers, pliers, and other tools crafters need to be familiar with (along with which are absolutely necessary) as well as demonstrating the basic techniques involved in making and designing with chain––that is, how to make various connecting loops and rings. The projects included are stunning...The difficulty levels range from simple, easy-to-put-together designs that newcomers can feel comfortable getting their feet wet with, to more complex projects that experienced jewelry makers can tackle as stated or customize to their hearts’ content." - Tina Coleman, Booklist

"If you've ever entertained the idea of incorporating chains in your jewelry-making projects, Chain Style can help link you to some simple techniques." — Detroit News

"Here is a book that I can whole-heartedly recommend to beginners who want to make great looking jewelry, and want it FAST!" — Beading-Arts.com

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Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Interweave Press (October 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1596681500
• ISBN-13: 978-1596681507
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 8.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #488,261 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Jane Dickerson of Dickerson Ink is a freelance editor, writer, and jewelry designer. She is the author of Chain Style: 50 Contemporary Jewelry Designs (Interweave 2009) and co-author of Handcrafted Wire Findings: Techniques and Designs for Custom Jewelry Components (Interweave 2011). She was the former editor of Step by Step Beads, Creative Jewelry, and Bead Star magazines, as well as a contributing editor to Step by Step Wire Jewelry magazine. Her jewelry designs have appeared in several publications, on BeadingDaily.com, and in several books. Jane lives in St. Davids, PA. Visit: www.dickersonink.com or e-mail [e-mail].

Customer Reviews

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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Gorgeous and unusual designs!, October 1, 2009

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Wire Queen - See all my reviews

This review is from: Chain Style (Paperback)

Sometimes it's hard to find jewelry books with anything new in them. NOT SO with Chain Style. This book is filled with beautiful and original designs using all sorts of chain. A great jumping off place for your own designs, or make them as they're shown, full resources are given.
This book is a keeper!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Chain Style is where it's at for Contemporary Jewelry Design!, September 30, 2009

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L. Eurto (Upstate NY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Chain Style (Paperback)

Chain Style is one of those books that everyone should have on their book shelves. It's got everything from traditional jewelry designs, to modern, contemporary designs. A great how-to section is included to teach the basics of simple jewelry techniques, which can be applied to every design featured in the book. Each design project is well written and can be created by the beginner, to the advanced jewelry maker.
I especially love the photography of each piece. The jewelry pops off the page in the clear pictures with neutral backgrounds. I guarantee you'll be flipping through this book again and again when looking for inspiration! Buy it, you won't regret it!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Place to Get New Necklace & Bracelet Ideas!, September 30, 2009

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E. Pillion - See all my reviews
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Chain Style has the perfect mix of necklaces and bracelets that everyone will connect to and love. Jane not only designed some really cool ones herself, but she has chosen really unique, desirable pieces to balance out the collection. Whether you are experienced or just starting out, Chain Style is a great place to get new necklace and bracelet ideas, and a total must buy!