Appendix

How to Use the DVD

Note: If you are using a digital or enhanced digital version of this book, please go to http://booksupport.wiley.com for access to the additional content. Then head to the section What You’ll Find on the DVD to get some details on all the cool projects that are on the videos that you can download.

On the DVD that accompanies Jewelry Making & Beading For Dummies, 2nd Edition, I’ve included videos of some of the most essential jewelry techniques covered in the book so that you can watch me do them. If a picture is worth 1,000 words, maybe a video is worth 10,000. I hope you find these technique videos extremely helpful. When you master these basic techniques, you can begin to use them in your own jewelry designs.

Also on the DVD, I include videos of projects that you won’t find in the book itself. For these projects, I’ve done the design work for you; I tell you what supplies you need and walk you step by step through how to put a finished piece together.

Relating the Text to the DVD

Throughout the book I use the Check It Out icon to let you know that the DVD contains a video related to the project or technique covered in the text. In some cases, you can see a video of how to tie a specific knot (such as the Josephine Knot-ical bracelet in Chapter 5). In other cases (such as the Statement Stone Bracelet in Chapter 2), I let you know that I use the basic technique shown in the text to create a beautiful variation on the DVD.

I love showing technique variations because I hope to inspire you to look at materials (those you already own, or perhaps those you see in the local bead store) in new ways. If you know how to use cord ends to finish leather bracelets, for example, suddenly you can look at stones, metal links, and the like to create an armful of bracelets.

Watch for the Check It Out icon in the text to see how the DVD can enhance your skills.

System Requirements

If you’re watching this DVD on a computer, make sure that your computer meets the minimum system requirements shown in the following list. If your computer doesn’t match up to most of these requirements, you may have problems using the software and files on the DVD. For the latest and greatest information, please refer to the ReadMe file located at the root of the DVD-ROM.

A PC running Microsoft Windows or Linux with kernel 2.4 or later

A Macintosh running Apple OS X or later

A DVD-ROM drive

NOTE: Videos are viewable only from within the interface.

If you need more information on the basics, check out these books published by John Wiley & Sons, Inc.: PCs For Dummies by Dan Gookin; Macs For Dummies by Edward C. Baig; iMacs For Dummies by Mark L. Chambers; Windows XP For Dummies and Windows Vista For Dummies, both by Andy Rathbone.

Using the DVD

To install the items from the DVD to your hard drive, follow these steps.

1. Insert the DVD into your computer’s DVD-ROM drive.

The license agreement appears.

Note to Windows users: The interface won’t launch if you have autorun disabled. In that case, choose Start⇒Run. (For Windows Vista, choose Start⇒All Programs⇒Accessories⇒Run.) In the dialog box that appears, type D:\Start.exe. (Replace D with the proper letter if your DVD drive uses a different letter. If you don’t know the letter, see how your DVD drive is listed under My Computer.) Click OK.

Notes for Mac Users: When the DVD icon appears on your desktop, double-click the icon to open the DVD and double-click the Start icon. Also, note that the content menus may not function as expected in newer versions of Safari and Firefox; however, the documents are available by navigating to the Contents folder.

2. Read through the license agreement and then click the Accept button if you want to use the DVD.

The DVD interface appears. The interface allows you to browse the contents and install the programs with just a click of a button (or two).

What You’ll Find on the DVD

The following list provides a summary of the goodies you can find on the DVD. If you need help with installing the items provided on the DVD, refer to the installation instructions in the preceding section.

Track	Skill/Project Title	Description
1	Crimping Tubes	This video shows you the oft-used skill of using crimp tubes and beads to attach clasps and other findings to beaded strands.
2	Love Link Bracelet	Tie red leather cord to a sterling silver “Love” connector with a Lark’s Head Knot to create this striking declaration bracelet. Fold-over cord tips and a magnetic clasp finish the piece.
3	Easy String Statement Necklace	Learn to work ribbon through thick beads with a collapsible eye beading needle to create a bold necklace almost instantly.
4	Opening and Closing Jump Rings	Discover how to work with the most common connectors jewelry makers use to attach dangles and clasps, lengthen chain, or create custom chains.
5	Make a Chain Tassel	This project shows you how to create your own tassel from chain, jump rings, end caps, and wire. Use tassels as earring dangles, to embellish bookmarks, and to create pendants.
6	Mala Bead Bracelet	Mala beads are Buddhist prayer beads. Many people wear this type of bracelet as a simple fashion statement. Use 27 round beads to create your own version of this trendy bracelet with the help of this video.
7	Adding a Bail to a Cabochon with Glue	A flat stone without a stringing hole is a cabochon. This video shows you how to use a glue-on bail to create your own pendants.
8	Adding a Pinch Bail to a Stone	Pinch bails create quick dangles from top-drilled stones. This video shows you how to choose the right stone and a bail to hang your stone.
9	Resin Flower Ring	Use ring blanks and strong glue to make fashionable rings from resin flower cabochons.
10	Resin Flower Studs	Flat earring posts and colorful resin flowers make a rainbow of stud earrings.
11	Making an Eye Loop with Wire	Get a grasp on this most basic of wire-wrapping techniques. Use eye loops to connect beads to make custom chains and dangles that can be adjusted as necessary.
12	Making a Wrapped Loop with Wire	A wrapped loop creates a secure connection between two dangles or sections of chain. Use this technique when you want a fairly permanent connection between pieces.
13	Layered Lucite Flower Earrings	Lucite flower petals and crystals stack together to make a springtime bouquet for your ears.
14	Spiral Wire-wrapped Ring	Use large gauge sterling silver wire to create a simple but elegant ring.
15	Wire-wrapped Pendant	12-gauge silver wire wraps a large-holed ceramic bead to create a simple yet striking pendant.
16	Hand stamped Pet ID Tag	Use simple metal stamping techniques to create an ID tag for your furry friend.
17	Hand-stamped Monogram Tag	Make this simple tag to embellish your handmade jewelry items or wire-wrapped napkin rings.
18	Postage Stamp Pendant	Use vintage-inspired scrapbook paper and a glass tile to create this one-of-a-kind pendant.
19	Sewing Trim Knotted Bracelet	Create an elegant accessory out of sparkly sewing trim and jewelry findings using a Josephine Knot.
20	Statement Stone and Chain Bracelet	Jasper nuggets and chunky chain are the key components of this simple statement piece.
21	Wrap Bracelet	This video shows you how to make one of the hottest accessories using leather cord and amazonite beads.
22	Convertible Statement Necklace	This chunky statement necklace is made from a vintage necklace, striking large beads, and decorative magnetic clasps that are functional and beautiful. Wear it several ways depending on the occasion.
23	Multi-color Leather and Suede Bracelet	Use leather and supple suede lacing to create a dimensional accessory for your favorite guy.
24	Paracord Dog Collar	Woven nylon paracord is a great material to create a long-lasting accessory for your fur baby to wear every day.
25	Heads or Tails Cuff Links	Cuff link findings and a strong adhesive turn pennies into the perfect sentimental accessory.
26	Braided Thread and Chain Bracelet	Silk rattail cord gives new life to thrift store chain to make a trendy accessory.
27	Three Little Birds Bracelets	Wrap coordinating embroidery floss around bangles that have seen better days to create this set of cheerful bracelets.
28	Copper Coil Napkin Rings	Make your own napkin rings with heavy gauge copper wire and round-nose pliers.
29	Tassel Bookmark	Everyone needs a bookmark, so learn to make this easy gift item.

Troubleshooting

This DVD should work on most computers with the minimum system requirements. Alas, your computer may differ, and the DVD may not work properly for some reason. The two likeliest problems are that you don’t have enough memory (RAM) for the programs you want to use, or you have other programs running that are affecting installation or running of a program. If you get an error message such as Not enough memory or Setup cannot continue, try one or more of the following suggestions and then try using the DVD again:

Turn off any antivirus software running on your computer. Installation programs sometimes mimic virus activity and may make your computer incorrectly believe that it’s being infected by a virus.

Close all running programs. The more programs you have running, the less memory is available to other programs. Installation programs typically update files and programs; so if you keep other programs running, installation may not work properly.

Have your local computer store add more RAM to your computer. This is, admittedly, a drastic and somewhat expensive step. However, adding more memory can really help the speed of your computer and allow more programs to run at the same time.

Customer Care

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