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This summer issue is filled with more techniques and variety than ever, including a 10-page designer collection showcase from the artist behind The Noisy Plume blog, Jillian Lukiwski. Discover how to make sapphire and beaded chokers, stitched wooden necklaces, hemp knot jewelry, and clay bead ladder necklaces. We also reveal tips and inspiration for piecing together colorful sgraffito cuffs, smart and simple bracelet closures, dream catcher necklaces, and collage pendants. Dont miss a special look at Cat Kerrs whimsical capsule necklaces and a stunning brand-new jewelry set from Susan Lenart Kazmer. Featured Techniques Using the weave in your wire jewelry Introducing the implosion technique which uses stainless steel wire to make connections Knotting techniques learned from a Nepalese macramé artist Brazing and forging wire Experimenting with handpainted polymer clay beads Etching, bending, texturizing, and coloring metal cuffs In Every Issue: Letter from the Editor Letters to the Editor Designer Collection: Nina Bagley From the Boutique: A Gallery of Jewelry Boutique Instructions Editors Picks Happenings Soldering Basics Polymer Clay Basics Peyote Basics Wire Art Basics Submission Guidelines Online Connections About the Publisher Featured Artist: Johanna Love Sarah Tompson Alexis Berger Ebru Kapsal Susan Lenart Kazmer Lisa Warwick & Marisa Banks Sandy Dukeshire Rochelle Gaukel Laurie Prophater Roxy Lentz Monica Johnson Michele Parlee Lynne Riley Jean Van Brederode Lesley Watt Melissa Bradley Thenia Ignatiadou Cat Kerr Solange Collin Sophia Zhi Hu

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