Melissa Cable has a knack for taking traditional jewelry-making techniques and applying them to various materials in an upscale, modern way. In Beautiful Leather Jewelry, she shares new methods for altering leather to create unique textures and patterns in a variety of necklaces, bracelets, cuffs, pendants, and more. Proper finishing techniques, such as snap setting, will ensure polished, professional results. Aspiring leather jewelry designers will appreciate learning how to combine familiar materials such as Swarovski crystals, metals, wood, felt, and resin with leather cuffs, cords, and more. This is leather jewelry like you’ve never seen before!

Get the look of intricate, beaded wirework, simply by stitching! Nealay Patel introduces over 30 fun, innovative designs, each stitched on a shining frame of knitted wire. This beautiful knitted wire cord is the perfect backdrop for easy beadwoven designs, and jewelry makers can choose from a wide range of colors, sizes, and looks. Nealay’s easy-to-follow photos and illustrations guide jewelry makers through each step as they make gorgeous necklaces, pendants, bracelets, and earrings.

**Leather Revived Transforming Worn Leather into Fashionable Treasures** Discover the art of upcycling and breathe new life into old leather goods with "Leather Revived." This comprehensive guide reveals the secrets to transforming worn leather accessories into stunning, sustainable fashion pieces. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced crafter, this eBook offers practical techniques and inspiring ideas to repurpose leather items beautifully and sustainably. **Inside Leather Revived** **Chapter 1 Introduction to Upcycling Leather Accessories** — Unearth the importance of sustainable fashion and the myriad benefits of upcycling leather. Equip yourself with essential tools and materials to kickstart your crafting journey. **Chapter 2 Sourcing Worn Leather Items** — Learn how to identify high-quality leather and where to find hidden gems at thrift stores and garage sales. Master the art of evaluating the condition of leather to ensure optimal results in your projects. **Chapter 3 Leather Preparation Techniques** — Dive into effective methods for cleaning, conditioning, and repairing leather to prepare your materials for upcycling. **Chapter 4 Designing Your Upcycled Leather Accessories** — Get inspired by current fashion trends, plan your projects meticulously, and sketch out your designs to ensure beautifully crafted end products. **Chapter 5 to Chapter 10 Crafting Stylish Accessories** — Create stunning leather jewelry, bags, belts, footwear, wallets, and home decor items with step-by-step instructions for each unique project. **Chapter 11 Sewing Techniques for Leather** — From choosing the right needle and thread to mastering advanced stitching techniques, learn the essential skills needed for leather crafting. **Chapter 12 Dyeing and Painting Leather** — Explore safe dyeing practices and creative painting ideas to add vibrant colors and patterns to your accessories. **Chapter 13 Incorporating Non-Leather Elements** — Discover how to blend fabric, metal, and other recyclables with leather to create unique, mixed-media pieces. **Chapter 14 Personalizing Upcycled Leather Creations** — Add a personal touch with stamping, embossing, monograms, and decorative fastenings. **Chapter 15 Caring for Upcycled Leather Accessories** — Keep your creations in top condition with tips on maintaining, cleaning, and restoring upcycled items. **Chapter 16 Selling and Donating Upcycled Leather Items** — Learn how to set up an online shop, market your creations, and give back to the community through donations. **Chapter 17 Building a Sustainable Crafting Community** — Connect with fellow upcyclers, organize workshops, and promote sustainability through crafting projects. Embrace the spirit of innovation and sustainability with "Leather Revived." Transform old leather into fashionable treasures while making a positive impact on the environment. Grab your copy today and start your upcycling journey!

Leather jewelry doesn’t have to be traditional! Fabulous leather can be anything from casual and fun to stylish and sophisticated. With a smattering of beads and some clever construction ideas you can take leather jewelry beyond conventional and onto the fashion runway. Award-winning jewelry designer Myléne Hillam shows you how to use leather not just as a stringing component, but as the featured material in designer accessories. No conventional leather crafting skills are required. You’ll learn how to loop, twist, fold, and recolor leather in ways that will redefine your perception of jewelry. Whether you’re looking for something colorful and fun to team with your T-shirt and jeans or a statement necklace to dress up your work wear, you’re bound to find something here to suit your style and take your wardrobe from glum to glam.

'This entertaining debut relocates Anna Karenina to Manhattan's Upper East Side for the Tolstoy/Gossip Girl mash-up you never knew you needed.' I Newspaper Welcome to New York's Upper East Side: where privilege, partying and scandal rules. Anna K is the golden girl of New York high society. She's beautiful, she's kind, she's unbelievably rich, and she has the perfect boyfriend. Until she meets Alexi Vronsky. He's a notorious playboy, totally gorgeous, and he only has eyes for Anna. Despite everyone who matters in New York talking about her, Anna still just can't resist Vronsky. Even if it means her carefully crafted life could come crashing down. Perfect for fans of Crazy Rich Asians and Gossip Girl this is an addictive and subversive reimagining of Leo Tolstoy's timeless love story Anna Karenina. "A fresh and wickedly smart take on a classic story. Anna is even more scandalously fun now, in the age of stilettos and social media, than she was in 19th century Russia. I couldn't put this one down." Katharine McGee, New York Times bestselling author of American Royals

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