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A ring and bracelet set from Christoph Krahenmann's Nile collection, of 18K gold and rubies. Photo © Harold & Erica Van Pelt.

FEATURE: Finding a Balance by Annie Osburn. See more work by Denise Wallace in our Designer Gallery!

Our Designer Gallery features the work of artists profiled in Lapidary Journal. June 2003 highlights work by Ricky Frank, Denise Wallace & Lainey Papageorge.

Step by Step: Make a Freeform Turquoise Cabochon
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: The Turquoise Mystic Resource Guide will introduce you to the supplies needed.

COMING UP IN JULY:
It's our annual Tools & Supplies issue and we'll take a closer look at torches, pliers, and faceting tools. Plus - in Step by Step, we'll show you how to make a jewelry workbench you can pack up and take with you!

Lapidary Journal - June 2003
Print Magazine Table of Contents

Features | Step-By-Step | Departments

P R I N T . F E A T U R E S
20	Beautiful Tools - COVER STORY/PROFILE Christoph Krahenmann's jewelry is distinguished by superb craftsmanship combined with unexpected twists. By Cathleen McCarthy
26	Finding a Balance - BUSINESS When you're making a living with your art, what's the right mix of creativity and business? By Annie Osburn
32	The News From Tucson - SHOW REVIEW ... where all the sales are strong, the jewelry is good looking and all the gemstones are above average. By Si & Ann Frazier
38	Making a Jeweler - JEWELRY PROFILE Sapphires from his back yard adorn the jewelry designs of Montana artisan Doug Feakes. By Melanie Smith Feakes & Smith show readers how to make a 5-Way Pendant in Step by Step, page 46.
41	Taking A Shine - IN THE WORKSHOP When it comes to polishing your metalwork, tumbling is a hands-free alternative to arduous hand-finishing. But what tumbler to use? By Nina Graci

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.
45	Cutting Class By Tamara L. Honaman, Step by Step Editor
46	5-Way Pendant From wax to gold pendant, Part I By Melanie Smith with Doug Feakes
49	Facet RAF620HH(1940) A cut designed to honor the British fighters in the Battle of Britain. By Jerry Capps
52	The Turquoise Mystic Cutting a freeform cabochon By Tom & Kay Benham ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: The Turquoise Mystic Resource Guide will introduce you to some of the supplies needed.
56	Opal Enhancer Opal set in a hammered yellow gold bezel, Part II By Allyson S. Y. Farris
59	Fitted Broad Collar Echoes from ancient Egypt, Part II By Bette Kelly

D E P A R T M E N T S
4	From the Editor
10	Your Comments
12	Jewelry Journal Questions, Answers, & Tips
13	Now Online @ LapidaryJournal.com
14	Facets
18	Gemstone Price Index
62	Product News
63	Product Highlights - Ear Wire & Earring Backs
63	Media Reviews
65	News & Notices: Classes & workshops, shows, conferences, exhibition opportunities, and industry news.
82	Show Calendar
A D V E R T I S I N G . S E C T I O N S
67	Bead Board
73	Website Directory
75	Tool & Supply Shop
88	Marketplace
91	Classified Advertising
97	Advertisers' Index