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ABOUT OUR COVER...
Tricycle project by Silvia Schmelzer; jewelry photos by Frank
DeSantis, tricycle photo by Kevin Black.
Years Ago in LJ: Read highlights from the
August 1955 Lapidary Journal. Online Exclusive!
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Lapidary Journal - August 2005
Print Magazine Table of Contents
Features | Step-By-Step
| Departments
Features |
14 |
Cutting Class - EDUCATION
In the innovative geology program at the University of Texas at Austin, students
learn not only about stones, but also how to cut them.
By Jamie Janczak
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20 |
Quartz Fever! - EXPEDITION
The Arkansas "quartz belt" is still a prime destination for those who want to
dig their own crystals.
By Pamela Selbert |
27 |
Keep It Light - TOOLS/LIGHTING
Good lighting is key, whether it's working in the studio or showing off your work
to its best advantage at your booth. How clear is your vision when it comes to
lighting?
By Nina Graci |
Step by Step |
| Levels:
 Beginner:
Someone just starting out can complete this project and be
happy with the results.
 Beginner/Intermediate:
Someone who has had experience with the material can happily
complete this project, but will also learn something new by doing it.
 Intermediate:
A comfortable project for someone who has a good working knowledge
of the material.
 Intermediate/
Advanced:
A project for someone who is ready for a more challenging
approach to a material they have worked with repeatedly.
 Advanced:
A good project for someone who is confident with the material
and has had a lot of experience with the techniques. |
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Stepping Out
By Denise Peck, Step by Step Editor |
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My First Tricycle
A jewelry suite as sculpture - Part I of III.
By Silvia Schmelzer
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45
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Metal Clay Quilt Pendant
Playing with texture.
By Hadar Jacobson
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| 50 |
Goldsmith's Bench Lathe
Use your flex-shaft as a lathe - Part II of II.
By Tom and Kay Benham
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Flower of the Mines
Facet design in peridot.
By Ernie Hawes
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Departments |
4 |
From the Editor |
| 6 |
Jewelry Journal
Questions, Answers, & Tips |
8 |
Gem Price Index |
10 |
Facets |
56 |
Media Reviews |
| 58 |
Product News |
60 |
Rock Corner |
72 |
Show Calendar |
Advertising Sections
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32 |
Fee Mining Directory |
35 |
Catalog Collection |
62 |
Bead Board |
67 |
Tool & Supply Shop |
74 |
Marketplace |
| 76 |
Classified Advertising |
| 80 |
Website Directory |
| 81 |
Advertisers' Index |
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