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May 2010

May 2010
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Features
Make these wirework earrings 1-2-3
pg. 32
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By Irina Miech
Could-not-be-simpler earrings are gorgeous
pg. 34
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Linked jump rings are perfect for dainty dangles
pg. 35
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By Monica Lueder
Glue flat-back crystals to brass components for a spark of color
pg. 36
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Set off a tower of accent beads with a simple wire spiral
pg. 38
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By Ann Westby
Tiny wire wraps take hoop earrings to the next level
pg. 40
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By Christianne Camera
Embellish premade earring findings with crystals
pg. 42
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Create a pair of cascading earrings with mixed-metal charms
pg. 43
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Turn a few supplies into simply spectacular earrings
pg. 44
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By Naomi Fujimoto
Create contemporary earrings with marquise-shaped gemstones and links
pg. 46
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Turquoise times two
By Jane Konkel
Turquoise and silver unite in a quick set
pg. 50
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Transform fabric scraps into a craft centerpiece
pg. 54
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In the loop
By Cathy Jakicic
Make a trend your own with easy seed bead links
pg. 60
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Build a necklace around the muted tones of small seashells
pg. 64
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Try this unexpected use of spacer bars
pg. 67
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Droplets of glass add color to a fluid bracelet and earrings
pg. 70
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By Naomi Fujimoto
Drape one long piece of chain in a modern bib necklace
pg. 72
Departments
Birthstones
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Clear resin nuggets and quartz chips make a birthstone-inspired necklace
pg. 22
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By Naomi Fujimoto
Use tourmaline nuggets in shades of emerald instead of the gemstone itself
pg. 24
Under an hour
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By Christianne Camera
Wire bead earrings
pg. 26
Wirework
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Create a custom wire bail
pg. 28
From the editor
Reader gallery
Bulletin board
Staff picks
Reader challenge
Semi-homemade jewelry sets
Beader's Notebook #11
Beader's Glossary
Basics
What to buy
Shopping and pricing for the May 2010 issue
Bead & Button Show stash challenge
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