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Meticulously Crafting a Three Million Dollar Wristwatch

Gareth Branwyn is a freelance writer and the former Editorial Director of Maker Media. He is the author or editor of over a dozen books on technology, DIY, and geek culture. He is currently a contributor to Boing Boing, Wink Books, and Wink Fun. His free weekly-ish maker tips newsletter can be found at garstipsandtools.com.

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August 23rd, 2015August 24th, 2015 7

While the ostentatiousness of this three million dollar wristwatch might be just a tad over the top, the virtuosity of its craftmanship is undeniable and inspiring. This astounding double-face watch, dubbed the “Grandmaster Chime,” was created to celebrate the 175th anniversary of world-renowned watchmakers, Patek Philippe. Everything in it is handmade. They write of their […]

Make a Pretty Woven Necklace with Beadwork

By Haley Pierson-Cox

Haley Pierson-Cox

Haley Pierson-Cox from Red-Handled Scissors is a maker of crafts, a lover of cats, an avid swearing enthusiast, a cross-stitch book author, and a general purveyor of quirk. She's also sometimes an irritable cartoon named Tiny Cranky Haley. https://www.redhandledscissors.com

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July 24th, 2015July 24th, 2015

Try your hand at weaving with a fun small-scale project—make yourself a pretty woven necklace with beadwork! You don’t need special equipment to pick up this new craft skill. Grab some cotton twine and a handful of beads in your favorite color, and you’ll have a unique piece of jewelry in no time. Ready to […]

Maker Loses Wedding Ring in the Surf, Immediately Fabricates Another

By Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn is a freelance writer and the former Editorial Director of Maker Media. He is the author or editor of over a dozen books on technology, DIY, and geek culture. He is currently a contributor to Boing Boing, Wink Books, and Wink Fun. His free weekly-ish maker tips newsletter can be found at garstipsandtools.com.

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July 24th, 2015July 22nd, 2015 3

Our friend Jonathan Danforth, programmer, Maker Faire North Carolina founder, and avid woodworker, was heartbroken when he lost his wedding ring last weekend: I was swimming in the ocean in South Carolina and managed to lose my ring in chest-deep opaque surf. I reached out to the Treasure Hunters forum, and even to a local […]

Learn to Make Soutache: Braid-and-Bead Embroidery Jewelry

By Leia Gatch

Leia Gatch

Leia is a crafty mom who loves to create. Sculpture, painting, drawing, and crafting are some of her greatest passions. Her favorite projects are the ones she does with her family.

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July 23rd, 2015December 8th, 2015 1

Soutache is a common element in the French art of passementerie (decorative trim). Find out how you can use it to many fancy jewelry pieces.

Introduction to Lost Wax Casting

By Robert Spickard

Robert Spickard

Robert casts sterling silver or bronze into original design and historic reproduction pendants, earrings and cloak clasps. His work is known for its high quality, exquisite detail and meticulous finishing. See some of Robert’s work at his website or at his walk-in store, Dragon’s Treasure, in Fresno, CA.

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By Lisa Shuck

Lisa Shuck

Lisa Shuck, Robert Spickard’s wife and partner, created our web site, puts our postings up on Facebook and generally gives good advice. At least her husband says she does.

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July 20th, 2015July 21st, 2015 8

Want to make jewelry or other intricately detailed metals? Learn the basics of lost wax casting with this introduction.