Books with author Melinda Peterson

Hand-made jewelry is always in style. So why not start the process from scratch and make your own beads?This beautifully illustrated book, packed with clear step-by-step instructions, will show you how. Polymer clay is the material of choice and you will learn how to use free-form techniques and bead-rolling tools to create several styles. Unusual shapes, sculpted effects, simulations of semi-precious stones, photo-image transfers, and use of glitter and organic material mean the beads you make will be unique. And with practice, they will look professionally hand-crafted. All the tools you will need are listed, and finishing techniques, such as sanding, buffing, and sealing, are described. You will also find detailed instructions on how to use your own work to create stylish and individual pieces of jewelry, including necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. Basic jewelry-making techniques, such as stringing and fixing clasps, lead on to assembling all the components in designs and styles ranging from contemporary and elegant, to simple and just plain fun. The finished pieces incorporate a whole variety of mixed media to enhance the look of your beads. Technique based, this book is also full of useful information—including a list of suppliers—and will be invaluable to anyone taking up this rewarding and affordable craft. Beginners and more advanced practitioners alike will find both practical advice and inspiration.

Hazel Hinckley lives in the small town of Havenwood where everyone is born with an extraordinary gift. Hazel’s gift gives her the ability to perceive the feelings of others just by looking into their eyes. On her first day back from Winter Break, Hazel must write down three New Year's Resolutions for an assignment. The task seems daunting at first until a note is passed around the classroom, giving Hazel the perfect idea for her third and final resolution."New Year's Resolution" is the first of several short stories based off of the characters who reside in Havenwood. Visit melindajoywrites.blogspot.com for more information about "Gifted" and the characters of Havenwood.

Emily Primentall spends two and a half hours the night before Valentine's Day creating the perfect construction paper and doily valentine for Jeremy Swift. But when she shows up to school on Valentine's Day she realizes that she has made the worst, most irreversible mistake of all mistakes. What if Jeremy Swift doesn't like her back?"He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not" is the second of several short stories based off of the characters who reside in Havenwood. Visit melindajoywrites.blogspot.com and @melinda.joy on Instagram for more information about "Gifted" and the characters of Havenwood, where everybody is born with an extraordinary gift.

The songs in this book are familiar to children of all ages. They include not only traditional children’s songs, but also rounds, cowboy tunes, and popular Christmas songs. They have been arranged in the keys that are most suitable for singing, and can be played in a variety of styles using only the words and the accompanying chords. In cases where there are two versions of a particular tune, both have been included. If one version is not well known, however, the most widely used melody is selected. The songs are written as lyrics with chord symbols only; no music notation is provided.

Upcycle to create 35 stunning pieces of jewelry and accessories.Discover how to take something that was destined for the trash can and give it a new purpose, transforming it into something beautiful. Expert crafter Linda Peterson shows you 35 creative ways to upcycle soda can tabs, zippers, plastic, bike chains, inner tubes, and more. From a stylish soda can tab belt to a pretty gold zipper bracelet, and from stamped plastic earrings to a chunky bike chain bangle, there’s plenty here to inspire you to get crafting. Every project has clear step-by-step photographs to guide you, and a basic techniques section covers all you’ll need to know.

Hand-made jewelry is always in fashion. So why not start from scratch and make your own beads? This beautifully illustrated book, packed with clear step-by-step instructions, will show you how to create stylish and individual pieces—and to embellish all sorts of accessories, including belts, bags, and home décor. Using polymer clay, discover how to use free-form techniques and bead-rolling tools to create eye-catching styles. Unusual shapes, sculpted effects, simulations of semi-precious stones, photo-image transfers and using glitter and organic material mean the beads you make will be unique. Create professional-looking beads in no time. • Beginners and more advanced practitioners alike will find both practical advice and inspiration. Detailed step-by-step photographs show exactly what to do to make stunning jewelry. • Incorporate a whole variety of mixed mediums to enhance the look of your beads.