Just a reminder to let you know there are still a few spots left in the Thursday and Friday Cold Connections and Colored Metal classes. Please see the following page for more info on how to register and to read class descriptions: Bead Fest Philadelphia 2010

This brand new book (July, 2010) by Lisa Niven Kelly has 20 projects along with information on doing some basic fabrication techniques (sawing, filing, hole punching, etc.). You will find a chapter with my linked bracelet with bolted beads project on page 120 (please see the Jatayu logo banner above). Instructions for making this bracelet, and needed tools and supplies are included. An instructional DVD comes with your book.

Please note: Amazon sells this book for $16.47 and so are we!

We also have new stamps on the way. If you want to be notified when they are in, please email Christine - christine@jatayu.com. And if you are a metal stamper, we will soon have a new tool that will help you line up your stamps. You know how tricky it is to line them up for an even impression. And, I don't know about you, but I manage to hit my thumb all too often. This interesting little tool minimizes the difficulties you can encounter with stamping.

Please see the classes page for links to class descriptions: Summer/Fall San Diego Classes. All classes are now full, please email Christine at christine@jatayu.com to be put on the waiting list in case of a future cancellation.

Greetings!

I will be teaching 4 days in southern California at a new show titled "Weekend with the Wire Masters". The show is being held at Laguna Cliffs Resort and Spa at Dana Point. Dana Point is a lovely community located between San Diego and Los Angeles. The show is sponsored by Lapidary Journal's Jewelry Artist and Step by Step Wire Jewelry magazines.

The classes I am teaching are:

Bewitching Bracelets
Free Form Cuffs
Balamun Pendants

Registration for people who want to attend the entire 4 days is open now. If you want to attend a part of the program, registration will likely start in June. I asked one of the show organizers about the registration process and she said they are trying to make the show more like a retreat.

Here is a link for more information.

Weekend With The Wire Masters

Many of you have told us you would like to pay for your supplies via PayPal. Asked and received! It is now available on our site for your convenience. ~Connie

PS - if you have any difficulty using this new feature, please email Christine directly at: christine@jatayu.com

Do you have questions regarding what tools and equipment you need for your jewelry making projects? Connie is available to advise you what tools are best suited for your unique situation. In addition to the many tools available on Jatayu, Connie will work with you to see if a special order may best fit your needs.

How do you contact Connie? Email her at cfox@san.rr.com. If you would prefer a phone call from Connie, please put your phone number in your email and she will contact you.

Silicone Polishing Wheels – If you want to rid your metal of those little dings and divots using a silicone polishing wheel is an easy effective way to do it. The grit varies from coarse to ultra-fine (see TPO-0619, TPO-0620, TPO-0621, TPO-0622, TPO-0632). If the marks are deep, start with a coarse wheel and finish with a fine or ultra-fine wheel. Besides the polishing wheel and the attachment mandrel, you will need a flex shaft or a Dremel to accomplish this. Don’t forget to wear safety glasses and a particulate mask.

Color Tool – If you are trying to put great colors together you might try this handy and informative tool. It is easy to match the focal color you are working with (a color wheel has many fewer selections) and on the back of each page you will find color various combinations that will work beautifully. I like being able to select the recommended cards to see what it might look like before I dig into my beads. Many of us have some basic information about color combining (including me), but when it comes to putting unique colors together, I need a tool like this.

All Lindstrom tools have been reduced for our special sale. Lindstrom pliers are considered by many to be the best pliers in the world. I have used Lindstroms for over 10 years, and as a matter of fact, I am still using my first set.

If you have any hand discomfort when making jewelry, or if you want to prevent potential problems from developing, the RX (ergonomic) pliers may be just the ticket.

There is now a tutorial/information page from the manufacturer on how to care for your Lindstrom Tools listed on the Education Page - you can also download the info as a PDF if you wish to print it out. See Care Sheet Page.