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Presented in the style of an artist's journal, this remarkable handbook uses an informal, conversational approach to teach a wide variety of innovative mixed-media jewelry techniques. Accompanied by fairytale introductions and augmented by watercolor illustrations and design sketches, the 20 unique projects featured, ranging from the delightfully simple to the exquisitely ornate, are infused with personal meaning. Projects make use of various newly popular techniques in mixed-media jewelry, including the creation of resin pendants, PMC clasps, polymer clay beads, and more. All basic techniques are made clear by step-by-step photography.

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Enchantment, to artist and first-time author Thornton, comes in many forms, including nature and fairy tales. Even the deconstruction of your best friend’s wardrobe—in terms of color, shape, texture. All of her favorite enchantments coalesce in an unusual crafts book, centering on the possible marriage between and among somewhat disparate media—wire, polymer clay, metal clay, resin, and others. Her upfront how-to’s are a bit scattered, concentrating on a few basics with the rest left to self-teaching, other artists, or simply chance. Whimsicalities follow, each prefaced with a watercolor-illustrated diary of sorts explaining her inspirations (mermaids, Italy, and all), then detailing the instructions. Steps are clear, as are the color photographs and lists of necessities, along with at least one variation on the design. Yet nagging thoughts remind pure novices that brushing up on individual craft skills is to be desired. Still, the names alone seduce (so, too, the finished designs): “window of the heart” bezel pendant, “sunset baubles” necklace, riverbed rings, and magpie pendant. --Barbara Jacobs

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"You have never seen a design and inspiration book like this one." - Upper Midwest Bead Society Newsletter

"Exquisite...this book is packed with techniques, ideas and absolutely stunning jewelry pieces. If you love fantasy and magic, you'll love this book. If you love narrative design, you'll love this book. If you're looking for new tricks for your mixed media skill set, you'll love this book. I highly, highly recommend this book for every jewelry designer's library. It truly is enchanting." - Margot Potter, a.k.a. The Impatient Crafter, author, Beyond the Bead

"A beautiful book filled with exquisite illustrations that accompany a delightful story in diary form about the magical journeys of a jewelry maker...and 20 unique projects to guide you on your own jewelry making journey." - Bead-Patterns the Magazine

"Part inspiration, part modern fairy tale, and part how-to book, this volume is both whimsical and practical. I was thoroughly charmed by Thornton's imaginative approach." - Metal Clay Today magazine

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Interweave (November 1, 2009)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 160 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1596681578
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1596681576
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.4 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 0.5 x 10 inches

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Beth Hemmila

A magical trip through imagination and jewelry!

Reviewed in the United States on November 11, 2009

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Last week I received my copy of Cynthia Thornton's new book Enchanted Adornments: Creating Mixed-Media Jewelry with Metal Clay, Wire, Resin & More, and I've become caught in her spell!

Enchanted Adornments is a book seemingly about creating jewelry but is really just a disguise for you to travel into Cynthia Thornton's imagination where anything is possible :)

Immediately, I felt as if I was sitting in Cynthia Thornton's studio having a cup of tea while she showed me secret notes and wonderful treasures. Each page is a delight to look at because Cynthia has made a book come to life with intricate sketches, watercolor illustrations, and photos of amazing trinkets.

It's no ordinary how-to manual. Enchanted Adornments contains four different layers of books -- cultivating your creativity, jewelry fabrication techniques and tips, an imaginary story with whimsical illustrations, and projects for creating unique jewelry.

Like the tiny notes scattered throughout the book, it's the little tidbits that I find so special. Cynthia Thornton is a nurturing voice, looking over your shoulder, giving you permission to play, to make mistakes, and have fun with them.

More importantly, her tools and techniques section is extremely thoughtful. Having to cover such wide ranging mediums as resin, polymer, and metal clay in one book seems like a daunting task; however, Cynthia Thornton is an experienced artist who knows how to share with brevity the most important tips and techniques that she has learned over years of experimentation.

It's Cynthia Thornton's attention to detail that makes Enchanted Adornments more like a tapestry then paper and ink. Each page is a peek inside an artist's sketchbook with captivating watercolor designs and symbols. Cynthia's devotion to creating a complete experience for the viewer reminds me of Medieval illuminated manuscripts.

When I reached Enchanted Adornments' illustrated story, I knew this beauty was going to make its home next to some of my most beloved children's books. Cynthia was able to create lively illustrations and weave them together to create a magical story about jewelry. I will be going back again and again to enjoy the illustrated world Cynthia Thornton has imagined and made real on paper.

Enchanted Adornments is completely infused with Cynthia Thornton's generous spirit, and once you crack the book open, you'll feel her presence like a ever watchful fairy or mermaid, wanting to share in this magical thing called creativity.

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More than I expected

Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2022

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I was very pleasantly surprised by this book. It is inspirational. I recommend it for people who have some skills (wire, polymer, resin, etc) and are working on design. It was whimsically written. Not super technical... although it does have an instructional section.

The second half of the book is what makes this book special. It caught me off guard. It's a journey of inspiration.

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Deanna Whitney

Enchanted Adornments - Inspirational Designs

Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2012

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This book was one of many I borrowed from the library. I liked it so much, I renewed it twice, and finally purchased it. I had never worked with polymer clay or resin before, but was able to make my own version of the heart necklace on the cover, and it turned out great by using the book's instructions and the manufacturer's directions.

The general instructions for working with the different mediums are in the front of the book, and the specific instructions for the different pieces of jewelry are in the body of the book. Ms. Thornton's designs are very inspirational, and although I initially skipped over the stories of how each piece came to be made, I found that they were charming and added to the beauty of her designs. The materials used are specified in enough detail that I feel confident that I could find them if I wanted to replicate a piece exactly.

I love this book for the inspiration more than anything else; there are many different techniques used that can serve as a springboard for your own designs. If I need more detailed instruction on certain skills, there are online videos and text on practically everything - I just google it. I think this is one of the best (if not THE best) books on mixed media jewelry making out there.

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Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2021

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I've seen Cynthia Thornton on videos through The Great Bead Extravaganza presentations and have been very impressed by her (& her family's) artistry so I was anxious to get this book. It is both fun and inspiring. The first part of the book contains straight forward tips and advice. The second part has step by step instructions for several projects with each projected presented with a fantasy. Love the tips, advice & projects, and story lines.

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Linda Florian

Good Book , cute stories about how the projects came about BUT....

Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2013

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This book was cute , it had some very fun looking projects , however it was very heavy on the PMC(metal clay) ,something I wasn't expecting , It says so on the cover but I've gotten books like that before and it's had maybe one or two projects but this is mostly PMC projects , and there pretty , and easy and I'd love to make them however PMC clay is very expensive and a lot of times require a Kiln another very expensive piece of material ,I'm keeping it because I find it a very fun book with allot of fun little stories , and I'm going to see if I can use some of the PMC projects using polymer clay. Just wish I had known it was more about pmc then other materials

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carol reim

I loved this book

Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2015

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Wow. What can I say? I loved this book. I was only looking for a book to inspire me to create my own jewelry designs but was drawn into a warm, charming and inspiring story to boot. This book really took me by surprise, I couldn't put it down even when I was supposed to be making dinner because I couldn't wait to find out where Tom and the author were going next. The jewelry designs were gorgeous and the photos were great. I would have to say this is the most unique jewelry making book I have ever read and the only one I read from cover to cover. I advise any jewelry artist looking for inspiration to buy this book, it covers so many styles.

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S. Clarke

What a beautiful book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 21, 2011

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I absolutely love this book, it is my favourite so far. I love the way it is written so that once the basics are out of the way, the author uses a story to describe the pieces instead of the usual listings.

The information about each medium is set out in sections at the beginning, which is rather useful, but she also puts in guidance on how to inspire your designs which is welcome. After this she then moves into the lovely story of making an item for 20 different other-wordly women after meeting each one. She describes each one and then the item she designs and then how to make the item. I have already sat down with the book and read all of it, unusual for me and I'm going to keep it out and look at it regularly until I'm ready to try some of her ideas. There is also a very useful trouble shooting section at the back and pictures of other artists work.

All in all I found the whole book very inspiring and beautiful. I love every piece of her jewellery and although I hadn't intended getting that deeply into full on jewellery making, I might just have to try it.

Helen robey

YOU CANT GO WRONG WITH THIS!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 2, 2018

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Brilliant,comprehensive,informative.. need I say more!
I only purchased this book to find out about Art clay after reading a review/recommendation on a metal clay website/blog. They insisted that even though it's mixed media orientated, the information within is enough to give you the basics of the craft, and more.....
Even if mixed media isn't your thing, the contents of this book is more than enough to give you creative 'lightbulb' moments and get your juices flowing.
Plus I purchase pre owned books,this was just over £5er with postage. All the actual METAL CLAY books are at least 3 times the price. For something I may only dabble in,£15/£20 for a book is a bit much. I am SOOOO glad I got this as not only will I learn metal clay, but also a ton of other arts.
Well written,beautiful layout, lots of hints and tips. BRILLIANT

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Simply Enchanting!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 2, 2010

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I love this book on two levels:

Firstly, the book takes you through the creation process from sketchbook to project. There are wonderful practical techniques such as making your own texture mats.

Secondly, the book is beautiful. A story line runs throughout and maintains the theme of the projects. Each page is adorned with lovely watercolour washes.

The overall feel of the book is of a creative journal and I just have to keep going back to read it again. Often I buy a book about jewellery making and then hand it onto someone else - but this one is a keeper.

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Daisy's Mum

Incredibly inspiring - buy it !!!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 12, 2017

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Fabulous, inspiring and a real feast for the eyes. The book looks beautiful. I'm not planning on copying the projects in the book but it has totally inspired me to try some of my own versions and to put my own stamp on what I hope will be equally beautiful pieces of jewellery. Absolutely love it. It's certainly got my creative streak going!

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Enchanted Adornments

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 1, 2009

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This is a book which gives a different perspective to beading. The first part of the book on techniques is well written, clear and concise. It is so different to the usual beading books and I enjoyed the beautiful illustrations and various projects with their twist of fantasy. I am thrilled to add this book to my large collection of beading books as it will provide continual inspiration for my work.

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