Junk Jewelry: 25 Extraordinary Designs to Create from Ordinary Objects

Junk Jewelry by Jane Eldershaw is a digital craft guide for making witty, wearable jewelry from found objects. This PDF edition is available as an instant download, so you can begin exploring the projects right away.

The book is written for beginners and encourages a fun, inventive approach to jewelry making. It focuses on acquiring a visual vocabulary, using everyday materials, and creating pieces that express your personality.

Book Overview

Junk Jewelry introduces readers to objets trouvés jewelry-making, a playful practice that turns found objects into personal adornments. Jane Eldershaw explains the thinking behind junk jewelry, from the influence of Dada and Surrealist art to modern wearable technology. The book includes 25 designs made from buttons, game pieces, keyboard parts, safety pins, wire, fabric, and other recycled materials.

The guide is organized into sections on conceptualizing, artistic techniques, creating projects, wearing junk jewelry, and styling outfits. It also includes resources and an index, making it a practical reference for crafters who want to develop their own visual style.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• The history and spirit of junk jewelry, from Dada found-object art to contemporary fashion.
• Ten artistic techniques for turning ordinary objects into eye-catching jewelry.
• Twenty-five projects, including button bracelets, keyboard couture, motherboard earrings, safety pin cuffs, and game piece glamour.
• Guidance on finding raw materials and choosing components the “pack rat way.”
• Styling advice based on apparel principles such as focal point, suitability, symbolism, and theme.

Why This Book Matters

Junk jewelry connects personal style with art history, recycling, and self-expression. Eldershaw shows that wit and creativity are just as valuable as precious stones, and that wearing found objects can carry personal meaning. The book offers a practical introduction for anyone who wants to make jewelry that is fun, affordable, and original.

Book Details

Device Compatibility

This is a digital download and no physical item will be shipped. After purchase, you can access the PDF through your account and open it on desktop computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones. It works with reading apps that support PDF files, including the Kindle app.

FAQ

How soon will I receive the book? Your download is available immediately after purchase through your account.

Will a physical copy be shipped? No. This is a digital product, so there is no shipping and no printed book will be mailed.

Which devices can I use? The PDF can be opened with any PDF-compatible reading app on desktop, mobile, or tablet devices.

Add this digital guide to your library and start turning ordinary objects into personal, wearable art.