Product Description

Bridal jewellery is, for many women, the most cherished jewellery they will ever own, linked to one of the most emotionally-charged chapters of their lives. This handbook provides an insight into the unique world of catering to this market, guiding the reader through the process of consulting, designing and making. Set out in the easy to follow handbook layout, the book includes simple tips as well as step-by-step demonstrations aimed at beginners or those looking to improve their skills. There is also a section on building up a business and a comprehensive appendix to make this both a long-term reference book and a valuable companion for the more entrepreneurial craftsperson.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #86291 in Books
• Published on: 2007-05-16
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 96 pages

Review
'For a great source of inspiration, look no further than "Bridal Jewellery"... Written for jewellery designers who want to branch out into the bridal market, it also contains easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions for beginners.' Wedding (April 2007) 'Jewellery designers and creative brides alike will find inspiration from this new title... Packed with tips and easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and illustrations, this is a great starting point for anyone wanting to create their own unique designs.' Wedding Cakes (2007) 'Packed full of information... if you have some [jewellery-making] experience and have wondered about venturing into the bridal market, "Bridal Jewellery" is a good place to begin your exploration.' About.com (September 2007)

Wedding (April 2007)
'For a great source of inspiration, look no further than "Bridal Jewellery"... Written for jewellery designers who want to branch out into the bridal market, it also contains easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions for beginners.'

Wedding Cakes (2007)
'Jewellery designers and creative brides alike will find inspiration from this new title... Packed with tips and easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and illustrations, this is a great starting point for anyone wanting to create their own unique designs.'

Customer Reviews

Unimpressed yet inspired
This book has beautiful photos of Claire Yarwood White's work yet these are suprisingly limited in quantity.
All the way through reading the book I felt that Yarwood-White was holding back; perhaps not wanting to impart too many of her trade secrets or ideas. Some of the examples were disappointing and I cannot imagine Claire Yarwood-White actually selling some of the very basic and ugly designs (in my opinion p.57)
My favourite pages were the ones about hair pins; however I think most people could figure out how to make them from a photo as they were very simple.
I think this book is unsure who its audience is; the ideas are too basic and obvious for the professional however the new bride would find half the book rather irrelevant.
This book has a small selection of excellent ideas but however when taken as a whole most people would find it to be a generally disappointing book.

Very disappointed!
It lacks any substance, with regards to design ideas or business advice.
I was surprised that Ms Yarwood-White would put her name to such a poorly, ill-thought-out book, with incorrect information. (Pearls are NOT formed when a grain of sand enters the shell of a mollusc).
The `books' only saving grace, ( for me) would be chapter 1, working and consulting with brides.
Chapter 2: materials and tools, basic, very basic info, available in any jewellery book(here, you will find a picture and description of a beading needle, tape measure, lighter and scissors!
Chapter 3: History and symbolism of wedding and engagement and wedding rings(NO design element here)
I could go on and on about how irrelevant this book is, as an inspiration for wedding designs...

I would NOT recommend this book to anyone

Too many topics?
Not too sure who this book is designed for? Bit of a jack of all trades - covering setting up and running a small business, how to offer a bespoke service, information on types of engagement and wedding rings and some jewellery making techniques.

I was expecting it to be devoted to making wedding jewellery, and was hoping to learn new techniques and get design inspiration, so came away a bit disappointed as not enough of the book was devoted to this.

But for those not already in the business and wanting a book to point out many of the things to consider and help decide whether or not to set up this particular kind of business, then this book may well give inspiration.