ON
OUR COVER
Mermaid
Brooch by Thomas Mann of New Orleans, Louisiana, graces
the cover of this issue. You can read more about him in Designer
Collection, page 58. Cover photo by Will Crocker.
FEATURES
16
Painted Silver Leaves
by Louise Duhamel
What happens when you paint a fresh leaf with Silver Art Clay
paste? Firing the piece causes the real leaf to evaporate,
leaving behind a perfect replica in pure silver.
26
Leather Amulet Bags
by Debbie Shipley
These little bags require no previous bead experience! Try
making yours just large enough to hold a credit card, some
folded cash and a key.
50
Talisman Jewelry
by Susan Lenart Kazmer
Learn to combine unusual beads with found objects and metal
tags to make jewelry imbued with special meaning.
FOR
YOUR INFORMATION
3
Letters to the Editor
by our readers
7
Letter from the Editor
20
The Artist’s Library
Book reviews
48
Necessities
Must-have products & videos for art-to-wear enthusiasts!
82
Happenings
A calendar of conventions, workshops & tours
84
Submission Guidelines
You can be published!
85
Into the Wardrobe
Next issue offerings
86
Sample Instructions
91
Advertiser Index
92
Resource Guide
Where to find products & services
93
Polymer Clay Basics
94
Block Carving & Fabric Stamping Basics
95
Fabric Painting Basics
