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Sunflower pendant by Doug Feakes, goldsmith; Yogo Creek Mining. Yogo sapphires, 4.62 tcw., 18K gold, 32mm diameter. Created with the lost wax casting process using a vacuum caster. Photo: Larry Beckner. Silver wire bangle by Connie Fox; Photo: Robert Brodie.

Our new Designer Gallery features the work of artists profiled in Lapidary Journal. March 2003 highlights work by Dalan Hargrave (pictured) and Connie Fox (below).

Step by Step: Elegant Silver Bangle

COMING UP IN PRINT:
We'll give tips on taking your studio into the computer age, and get back to basics with advice on preforming rough for faceting.

Lapidary Journal - March 2003
Print Magazine Table of Contents

Features | Step-By-Step | Departments

F E A T U R E S
18	A Touch of Grace - GEM CARVING PROFILE Veteran jeweler Dalan Hargrave made a smooth and award-winning transition from metals to gem carving in a few short years. By Mark Lurie WEB EXCLUSIVE: See more of Dalan Hargrave's work online in our Designer Gallery!
25	The Modern Concept of a Gem - GEM HISTORY In the second part of a sneak preview of his upcoming book, the author follows the enduring fascination with stones from ancient times into the modern age. By Richard W. Wise, G.G.
30	Going for a Spin - COVER STORY In Part VI of our ongoing series about wax casting, we cover casting machines, how to choose them and how to use them. By Sara M. Sanford

S T E P . B Y . S T E P
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.
36	Giving Beads a Space of Their Own By Tamara L. Honaman, Step by Step Editor
37	November’s Elegant Bangle The elusive wireworking project originally scheduled to appear in November, 2002, now makes its debut. By Connie Fox WEB EXCLUSIVE: See more of Connie Fox's work online in our Designer Gallery!
40	Rising Sun Faceting transparent opal to fit standard jewelry mounts. By Jerry L. Capps
42	Marriage of Metal Making a sheet of married metal. By Virginia Causey
47	Crystal Delight Earrings Beaded dangle earrings. By Nicole Campanella
50	Turning Wax Part IV: Carving jewelry waxes for hollowware without using a lathe. By Lee Epperson with Suzanne Wade

D E P A R T M E N T S
4	From the Editor
10	Facets
14	Gemstone Price Index
16	Jewelry Journal Questions, Answers, & Tips
54	Product News
54	Product Highlights - Casting Machines
55	Media Reviews
56	News & Notices: Classes & workshops, shows, conferences, exhibition opportunities, and industry news.
71	Index to Volume 56
83	Show Calendar
A D V E R T I S I N G . S E C T I O N S
50	Website Directory
59	Tool & Supply Shop
67	Catalog Collection
75	Rock Shop Directory
78	Bead Board
88	Marketplace
91	Classified Advertising
97	Advertisers' Index