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Unusual things begin to happen when a young girl finds a silver thimble doing the things called for by the farm, full of the sensory pleasures of summer on a farm in southern Wisconsin.

After exploring the exquisite ideas and projects showcased in this one-of-a-kind jewelry collection, you'll never look at "found items" the same way again. There are countless suggestions for recycling everyday objects, from electrical wire to soda cans, and uncovering their vast potential for beauty. Begin transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary by examining various metal types and forms, and the techniques for shaping and cold-connecting...

How to create collage artwork by repurposing keepsakes, leftover craft projects, cutouts from magazines, and all sorts of readily available materials.

With gorgeous color photographs and step-by-step instructions, this book teaches the essential skills, like drilling glass, wire wrapping, and texturing metal, that will turn your beach-found bounty into attractive accessories including bracelets, pendants, earrings, and rings.

Provides ideas and techniques for recycling various materials by using salvaged items in embroidery projects, and includes photographs of examples.