The other day I mentioned my new book, Beautiful Elements. Today we are giving away a signed copy of the book!
If you haven't had a chance to check out the book yet, I invite you to read Jean Yates book review.
"Beautiful Elements, is a mixed-materials jewelry-making project and technique book that teaches simple techniques using wire, metal, and polymer clay to enhance and personalize beaded jewelry. With thirty projects readers will learn how to create natural shapes from metal, “sketch” with a hammer to create clever designs, and transform bits of polymer clay and wire into adornments. The book will cover how to make simple findings like handcrafted earring wires, chain, and toggle clasps."
I wrote this book for the jewelry maker who is ready to go beyond bead stringing and learn to create their own unique focals and findings. I use simple tools and easy methods for taking your jewelry to the next level.
By the way, this is my favorite project in the book!
The polymer clay in the book is super easy and geared for beginners. The ones here were inspired by Wedgwood pottery. Polymer clay is not the main focus of the book, but you will learn some basic techniques to create fun beads to compliment your metal work.
I have a free project using the Wedgwood bead featured in Beautiful Elements. You can make your own beads or find them in the Etsy shop for this project. 5th Day of Christmas: Eternal Summer Bracelet.
To win a copy of the book take a moment to share this giveaway on Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest. Leave a comment to let me know you've shared and then use the Rafflecopter widget to officially enter the drawing. One random winner will be picked and announced on December 23rd. Good luck!
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34 comments:
Thank you for the opportunity. This seems to be where I am right now, beginning polymer clay and metal skills, but ready to leap into doing more of my own components to highlight the wonder art beads I have.
Thank you for the opportunity. This seems to be where I am right now: beginning polymer and metal skills, but ready to add more of my own handmade components to the art beads I have.
This looks like such a wonderful book! Looks like it would help me get my mojo on again! :)
Would love to try some of your gorgeous designs! Happy to share on FB just now.
wow this looks like just the book I need . Merry Christmas to me if I win it.
I just shared this on facebook too
It's true, unusual components make for a more interesting piece of jewelry. I always go for jewelry with a unique metal element.
Shared on Twitter, Pinterest, my blog, G+1, and Facebook!
Shared! I love your stuff! Thank you for the chance to win this awesome book!
Shared on Twitter! Would love a copy of this book. :)
I love your book and would love to win this. I tweeted about your book and giveaway.
This looks like the perfect book for me - a beader who has decided to expand creative horizons!
I have read about this book before and it sounds very interesting. I am skeptical about using clay, so maybe this will change my mind
I shared this giveaway on twitter
I shared on Twitter. That necklace is just gorgeous!
I shared on pinterest. I'm the crafter's apprentice over there
I shared the giveaway on Pinterest. Thanks for the chance!
I'd love to have this book. I've been wanting to try metal and clay.
Thank you for the chance to win your book! I just love the beads you make and I am wanting to start working with polymer clay. I have lots of tutorials pinned that I want to get to. I shared your giveaway on Facebook.
I love the Wedgewood beads! I shared on Pinterest.
Thanks for the chance! I pinned it on Pinterest "books I want to read" board. This looks exactly like a book to step up my jewelry making skills!
What a stunning book to give us inspiration, Heather. I shared it on my Facebook page with the settings on "Public"
What a stunning book to give us inspiration, Heather. I shared it on my Facebook page with the settings on "Public"
This book sounds like a good one to get one's creative juices going. Thanks for the chance to win, I'm sharing this on Pinterest.
I shared on Google+ and Twitter...thank you for a great giveaway!
I've been working with polymer for a long time and am just starting to use metals. I think this book will be very helpful.
Would absolutely love a copy of the book. Shared on Pinterest.
Shared on Facebook! I would love to win this book!
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Heather you know I am a huge fan of your work so I just want to give a big Thank You for the chance to win this awesome book !!
Merry Christmas to you and your family !
Tweeted and facebooked :-)
Shared on Facebook. Would love to win a copy of your book.
Forgot to leave my email: carolynscreations@live.com
Wow! Thank you
This looks like a wonderful book. Thanx for the chance to win it. I posted on facebook and twitter. b.pancakebeads@gmail.com
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