Lapidary Journal: Gems, Beads, Jewelry Making and more

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Hinged bracelet by Fullerton-Bahr of sterling silver, 18K and 22K yellow gold, 14K green and rose gold, mokume gane, keshi pearl, diamond. Photo: Hap Sakwa.

Lapidary Journal - March 2006
Print Magazine Table of Contents

Features | Step-By-Step | Departments
P R I N T . F E A T U R E S

14

Woman of the Wild - ARTIST PROFILE
Gail Rappa draws on her remote surroundings for materials and design ideas.
By Annie Osburn

20

Market Your Production Line - COVER STORY
Nine jewelry/artists present their suggestions for marketing production work.
By Sharon Elaine Thompson


S T E P . B Y . S T E P

Levels:
Beginner:
Someone just starting out can complete this project and be happy with the results.

Beginner/Intermediate: Someone who has had experience with the material can happily complete this project, but will also learn something new by doing it.

Intermediate:
A comfortable project for someone who has a good working knowledge of the material.

Intermediate/ Advanced:
A project for someone who is ready for a more challenging approach to a material they have worked with repeatedly.

Advanced:
A good project for someone who is confident with the material and has had a lot of experience with the techniques.

39

Stepping Out
By Denise Peck, Step by Step Editor.

40

 

Sea Cucumber
Metal clay with resin inlay.
By Ann Davis


44

 

Sedona Desert Bead
Beginning/Intermediate lampwork technique.
By Andrea Lindell

48

Gingko Leaf Brooch
Sterling and copper fabrication.
By Karin Cernik

53

 

The Veribrite Cushion
A little truth in advertising goes a long way.
By Douglas M. Turet, G.J.


D E P A R T M E N T S

4

Live, Online & More

6

From the Editor

8

Jewelry Journal
Questions, Answers, & Tips

12

Facets

34

Index to Volume 59

56

Rock Corner

60

Media Reviews

61

Product News

62

Show Calendar

A D V E R T I S I N G . S E C T I O N S

19

Catalog Collection

28

Tool & Supply Shop

58

Rock Shop Directory

66

Marketplace

68

Classified Advertising

72

Website directory

73

Advertisers' Index