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Lark Jewelry & Beading We are a publisher celebrating the inventive, innovative, incredible jewelry and beading communities. Learn more about us at LarkCrafts.com

At Lark Jewelry & Beading we celebrate the creative spirit by sharing content for the jewelry and beading communities. Through our print books, our e-content, our blog, our social networking, and our travels to shows throughout the year, we endeavor to support your work, art, craft, and play. Please join us on Facebook, as well as on Pinterest at http://www.pinterest.com/larkcrafts/

06/03/2015
Fall Preview Friday: Beaded Chain Mail Jewelry « Lark Crafts

Fall Preview Friday is back! Each week we'll preview one of our upcoming Fall 2015 titles, starting with Dylon Whyte’s Beaded Chain Mail Jewelry:

http://larkcrafts.com/jewelry-beading/fall-preview-friday-beaded-chain-mail-jewelry/

Welcome back to Fall Preview Friday! Each Friday this spring, our Lark editors will be sharing previews of our upcoming titles for Fall 2015. Check back each week to get the latest scoop on what’s coming soon with these sneak peeks from Lark Crafts.

03/02/2015
Author Amy Katz visits Burke Gems & Beads for “Girl’s Night Out” « Lark Crafts

Author Amy Katz recently visited Burke Gems and Beads for a "Girl's Night Out" workshop on 1/29. Read her recap on our blog:

http://larkcrafts.com/jewelry-beading/author-amy-katz-visits-burke-gems-beads-for-girls-night-out/

On a very cold January 29 with weather threatening, beaders still made their way to Burke Gems & Beads in Burke, VA for a “Girl’s Night Out.” On this night everyone grabbed their copy of Seed Bead Chic to make a Girls Night Out Necklace from the book. The group was working together to help each othe…

25/09/2014
Meet author Amy Katz at Beadjoux in Braselton, GA (Oct. 10-12) « Lark Crafts

Attention Georgia beaders! Author Amy Katz will be hosting a book signing and two classes at Beadjoux Bead Store in Braselton, GA, Oct. 10-12. Get more details here:

http://larkcrafts.com/jewelry-beading/meet-author-amy-katz-at-beadjoux-in-braselton-ga-oct-10-12/

Attention Georgia beaders! Beadjoux Bead Store (Braselton, GA) is pleased to announce a special weekend of events with Lark author and bead artist Amy Katz. The weekend of October 10-12 will be reserved for a book signing, trunk show party and two classes taught exclusively by Amy Katz.

10/09/2014
Take a look inside the new Beading All-Stars « Lark Crafts

Check out some of the beautiful jewelry designs from Lark's new book, BEADING ALL-STARS, out this month!

http://larkcrafts.com/jewelry-beading/take-a-look-inside-the-new-beading-all-stars/

It’s a goldmine of diverse and stunning projects by eleven of the most talented bead weavers around. If you are a confirmed bead weaver, you’ll be blown away by Beading All-Stars, which hit stores this month. In it, you’ll find in it the awesome beading designs of Marcia DeCoster, Jamie Cloud Eakin,…

14/08/2014
Candie Cooper on Jewelry TV this Monday, August 18 « Lark Crafts

Don't miss Candie Cooper (EARRINGOLOGY) on Jewelry TV this Monday, August 18 from 10am-noon. Details here:

http://larkcrafts.com/jewelry-beading/candie-cooper-on-jewelry-tv-this-monday-august-18/

Tune in this Monday, August 18 from 10am-noon EST to see Candie Cooper present projects from her new book, Earringology (Lark Crafts, $24.95, June 2014) on JTV’s Jewel School. She’ll be presenting a variety of techniques from knotting to easy metalworking alongside trendy materials like leather and…

16/04/2014
Book Giveaway/Interview with Diane Hyde « Lark Crafts

Diane Hyde's new book, "Break the Rules Bead Embroidery" hits stores in May, and we have one more advance copy to give away to a lucky reader. Go to our website to sign up for the giveaway and to read an interview with Diane:
http://larkcrafts.com/jewelry-beading/book-giveawayinterview-with-diane-hyde/

The sheer creative genius within the pages of Diane Hyde‘s book Break the Rules Bead Embroidery is gonna knock your socks off. Diane gives herself permission to include the the most innovative materials in her bead-embroidered jewelry: pen nibs, toys, spoons, old keys, mini bulbs, and that’s just a…

15/04/2014
Book Giveaway/Interview with Diane Hyde « Lark Crafts

We're hosting another giveaway! Diane Hyde's new book, "Break the Rules Bead Embroidery" hits shelves in May, but we have one more advance copy to give away to a lucky reader, PLUS an interview with Diane:
http://larkcrafts.com/jewelry-beading/book-giveawayinterview-with-diane-hyde/

The sheer creative genius within the pages of Diane Hyde‘s book Break the Rules Bead Embroidery is gonna knock your socks off. Diane gives herself permission to include the the most innovative materials in her bead-embroidered jewelry: pen nibs, toys, spoons, old keys, mini bulbs, and that’s just a…

03/04/2014

It's here!! Introducing "1000 Beads," a gorgeous gallery of handmade beads in glass, clay, metal, paper, and fiber from an international roster of artists:
http://larkcrafts.com/craft-your-life/introducing-1000-beads/
The techniques used to create these beads—image transfer, appliqué, and traditional flameworking, among many others—are as diverse as their materials.
Whether they’re depicted individually or as part of a necklace, bracelet, or brooch, the beads in this dazzling book are examples of consummate craftsmanship on an intimate scale.

01/04/2014
Break the Rules — Get a Free Book! « Lark Crafts

We're hosting a giveaway! Diane Hyde's new book, "Break the Rules Bead Embroidery" hits shelves in May, but we have one advance copy to give away to a lucky reader:
http://larkcrafts.com/jewelry-beading/break-the-rules-get-a-free-book/
"The creativity within this book's pages is gonna knock your socks off. Diane gives herself permission to include the most innovative materials in her pretty bead-embroidered jewelry! We’re talking pen nibs, toys, spoons, old keys, brass hinges, guitar picks, mini bulbs–and that’s just a start! This book will inspire you and kick-start your imagination."

No, no, no, I’m not suggesting you shoplift…or break any other rules like sneaking into a movie theater or peeing in a swimming pool. I’m talking about Diane Hyde‘s new book, Break the Rules Bead Embroidery—I’m giving away an advance copy to one lucky person!

27/02/2014
Simple Soldered Jewelry and Accessories « Lark Crafts

We're very pleased to announce that Lisa Bluhm's "Simple Soldered Jewelry" is now available in paperback!
http://larkcrafts.com/craft-your-life/simple-soldered-jewelry-and-accessories/

Jewelry of all kinds, home decor, and lots of inspiration! That’s what you’ll find in this new paperback version of Lisa Bluhm’s playful how-to. Holiday ornaments featuring ribbons, pendants, and Victorian clip art; a turquoise jewelry set; a necklace made from a broken porcelain plate; and bedazzle...

20/01/2014

Interested in amping up your jewelry technique prowess in 2014? BN.com is hosting a buy-one-get-one-50%-off craft book sale right now, and some of our gorgeous titles (like these!) are included:
http://bit.ly/19Aeezy

19/12/2013

An eye-catching duo of undulating golden curves and bold statement hues:
Glenn R. Dizon
“Fit for a Queen”
14-karat gold, opal, spessartite, pink spinel, diamonds
http://glenndizon.com/
Featured in “Showcase 500 Art Necklaces”
http://bit.ly/WWbJvD

16/12/2013

Namu's golden neckpiece truly is stunning, don't you think?
Namu Cho
“Sprite Wrap”
24-karkat gold, steel, diamonds; damascene and fusing techniques
http://studionamu.com/
Featured in “Showcase 500 Art Necklaces”
http://bit.ly/WWbJvD

09/12/2013

Kicking off the week with invigorating greens:
Elizabeth W. Rusnell
“Green Maples”
Handmade porcelain and polymer beads, glass beads, linen cord; glazed, painted, knitted, macraméd
Featured in “Showcase 500 Art Necklaces”
http://bit.ly/WWbJvD

05/12/2013

Enjoying the beautiful repetition of negative space in Jasmine's neckpiece:
Jasmine Bowden
“A World Without Bees”
Leather, adhesive; laser cut
http://www.jasminebowden.co.uk/
Featured in “Showcase 500 Art Necklaces”
http://bit.ly/WWbJvD

04/12/2013

Karmen L. Schmidt
Breastplate 1: Treasure Chest, 2010
26 x 21 x 2 cm
featured in “Showcase 500 Beaded Jewelry”
http://bit.ly/OdOI1x

25/11/2013
Candie Cooper INTERVIEW & GIVEAWAY « Lark Crafts Lark Crafts

Check out this interview with Candie Cooper about her forthcoming book, Earringology, and take this last-minute opportunity to enter our GIVEAWAY for signed copies of Necklaceology and Metalworking 101 for Beaders! Hurry, hurry, the deadline to enter is Tuesday, Nov 26 at noon, EST.

http://bit.ly/17KCp85

Candie Cooper and I have just finished working on her wonderful next book with Lark, Earringology: How to Make Dangles, Drops, Chandeliers & More. This follow-up to Candie’s previous offering, Necklaceology, will be available in June but can be pre-ordered now. I recently sat down with Candie to ask...

22/11/2013

DOUBLE giveaway of beaucoup Diane Fitzgerald books, to celebrate the release of her new one, Shaped Beadwork & Beyond! Go to our blog:
http://bit.ly/1c9Ehdy

20/11/2013

Amazon has selected the book "Soutache" as one of its Best Books of 2013!
Congratulations to author Anneta Valious and the team of editors and designers who worked on this beautiful jewelry book!
http://amzn.to/18nODao

01/11/2013

In celebration of the publication of Jamie Cloud Eakin‘s brand new book, Bead Embroidery Jewelry Projects, we’re offering up a giveaway featuring her ENTIRE collection of extraordinary Lark books:
Beading with Cabochons
Bugle Bead Bonanza
Dimensional Bead Embroidery
and Bead Embroidery Jewelry Projects
http://www.larkcrafts.com/jewelry-beading/giveaway-jamie-cloud-eakin-collection/
Swing by the blog to enter!

22/10/2013

Take a peek inside "Metal Clay 101 for Beaders" by Kristal Wick:
http://www.larkcrafts.com/jewelry-beading/metal-clay-101-for-beaders-a-preview/
For those of you eager to try your hand at the growing medium of metal clay or those of you experienced metal clay artists simply seeking new inspiration, this beautiful book teaches you how to form the clay and make patterns, how to fire the clay and add patinas, and so much more.

03/10/2013

"Bead Embroidery Jewelry Projects" has just been selected as one of Amazon's Best Books of the Month!
Congratulations to author Jamie Cloud Eakin and the book's incredible development team--this stunning title truly shines!
http://amzn.to/1aOCJ8u

23/09/2013
Giveaway: Two Books by Marcia DeCoster « Lark Crafts Lark Crafts

Book giveaway!! One happy person will win Marcia DeCoster's new book "Marcia DeCoster's Beads in Motion" and her previous book "Marcia DeCoster's Beaded Opulence." To find out how to enter, visit
http://www.larkcrafts.com/jewelry-beading/giveaway-two-books-by-marcia-decoster/

Did you know that some of Marcia DeCoster’s die-hard fans call themselves Marciettes? (I’ll let you in on how that’s pronounced: “mar-shet.”) Well, this blog post gives you the chance to win a copy of both of her books…and if you’re not already a Marciette, you’re going to become one!

11/09/2013
Art Jewelry Forum Announces East Coast Speakers Tour | Art Jewelry Forum

Check out the East Coast Speakers Tour supporting the release of "Contemporary Jewelry in Perspective" with ART JEWELRY FORUM

Mill Valley, California, USA—Art Jewelry Forum (AJF) announces the schedule of special events organized in support of their book Contemporary Jewelry in Perspective, the organization’s most ambitious project to date. A series of speaking engagements, book signings, and receptions has been planned in...

11/09/2013

We are delighted to announce the publication of
“Contemporary Jewelry in Perspective”
http://www.larkcrafts.com/jewelry-beading/announcing-contemporary-jewelry-in-perspective/
Packed with hundreds of photos of striking jewelry, "Contemporary Jewelry in Perspective" provides clear definitions, concise history, and cultural context for the form, along with abundant illustrations of an amazing range of work. Featuring notable contributors from around the world, it offers fascinating discussions on creating, collecting, exhibiting, selling, and wearing these pieces, as well as individual essays that present a global perspective on the art over the past 30 to 40 years.
"Contemporary Jewelry in Perspective" was edited by Damian Skinner and produced in association with ART JEWELRY FORUM, a non-profit organization that advocates for contemporary art jewelry through education, discourse, appreciation and support for the field.

24/07/2013

Great news:
Copies of the much-anticipated “Marcia DeCoster’s Beads in Motion” are now shipping, and we’re celebrating the fact that it’s currently #1 in Jewelry Books and #1 in Beadwork Books on Amazon!
Congratulations to Marcia on this fantastic achievement, and high five to the team of editors, photographers, and art directors who helped bring this stunning book to life.
http://www.amazon.com/Marcia-DeCosters-Beads-Motion-Inspirations/dp/1454703350/

12/07/2013

It's here! A peek inside our dazzling new release,
Showcase 500 Art Necklaces:
http://www.larkcrafts.com/jewelry-beading/sneak-peek-showcase-500-art-necklaces/

Offering both traditional and boundary-pushing examples of modern neckwear, this intriguing collection is full of surprises, though the pieces in Showcase 500 Art Necklaces are unified by a boldness of vision that’s truly exciting. Chunghi Choo, a professor of jewelry and metal arts at the University of Iowa and an elected fellow of the American Craft Council, juried the collection, choosing from 3000 entries submitted by an international group of artists.
The final result is breath-taking and a true showcase.

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