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The world of the twenties was changed dramatically from that of the prewar period. New technologies and materials developed during the war had changed the very nature of the manufacturing industries. The fashion industry in particular took off, and it was catering for women whose role had been changed by the war. No longer were [...]

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Jewelry in Britain at the turn of the century differed from the French because it was more backward-looking and still owed much to the Arts and Crafts. The British decorative motifs featured primeval figures and floral tributes combined with interlace patterns of Celtic origin. These pieces were made in finely crafted silver enriched with polished [...]

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Making badges and brooches out of clay is slightly more difficult than the basic techniques used for making beads. However, by using simple modelling techniques anything from strikingly modern designs to more traditionally elegant pieces can be made.
To make the Jewelry Badges
First find your motif. For first projects it is better to stick to simple [...]

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Whereas some costume jewellers of the late 20th century are happy to exploit artificial materials to create a contrived and sophisticated look, the dawn of a growing awareness of the value of natural products — like wood, paper and leather – means that strong references to all that is natural are now influential too.
Inseparable from [...]

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The design sources of many of the jewellers whose work is illustrated are as diverse as can be, but their inspirations derive from four broad categories: the materials they use; historical influences; looking at what is around them with an open mind; or a strong commitment to a concept that they want to encapsulate in [...]

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Household spoons and forks are generally considered decorative when they are laid out on a table set for a dinner party. But even then their decorative qualities are taken for granted, or not seen at all. Bracelets and rings are extremely simple to make.
To get started does not mean you have to deplete the kitchen [...]

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These necklaces are made from clear plastic tubing used for syphoning and as long as the tube ends are well plugged, they can be filled with a multitude of objects.
Section tube necklace
Cut the tube into eight 5cm (2in) pieces. Cut eight pieces of elastic thread 6.5cm (2 1/2in) long.
Thread three large beads on each piece [...]

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Twisted tissue jewels are bright and gay — and far more durable than such a fragile paper suggests. They are simple to make and it is fun creating designs. If you wish, of course, you can use purpose- bought tissue to make these boldly beautiful jewel effects. But, providing you have a colourful selection to [...]

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Fillers and strengtheners
Fillers are normally used to improve colour, to produce metallic effects or to strengthen the resin and make it scratch-resistant. Fillers start off dry and are mixed in with the resin before the addition of the catalyst. Inert filler is specifically for use with polyester resin, making it durable and water-resistant. Metal fillers [...]

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