Synopses & Reviews
Tarina Tarantinos love affair with DIY jewelry and accessories began when she was a just a little girl, with each old sweater or bead that she took from her grandmothers closet and repurposed into a new tank top, headband, or necklace. Eventually, Tarina grew up and moved to Paris to pursue modeling, but never stopped making jewelry on the side. Pretty soon she was selling her pieces to stylists and photographers, leading to her now famous jewelry and accessories brand, The Sparkle Factory. In this inspirational and beautiful book, jewelry- and DIY lovers will learn how to make 20 of Tarinas most essential pieces, including stretch bracelets, cocktail rings, hair clips, bag candy, and more. Fans of Tarina will also learn all about her brand and how it got started as well as information on finding your own style, tools and techniques, using materials and color schemes, and more. The text is complemented by tips, advice, and 100-150 full-color photos throughout.
Synopsis
DIY guide to making 20 pieces of beautiful and glamorous jewelry, from Tarina Tarantino!
Synopsis
Tarina Tarantino’s love affair with fashion jewelry and accessories began when she was just a little girl. Tarina now owns and operates her famous global jewelry, accessories, and cosmetics brand, TARINA TARANTINO, out of her international headquarters in downtown Los Angeles, The Sparkle Factory. In her first book, Tarina invites you into her world to learn how to make and wear beautiful and inspirational fashion jewelry. Fashionistas, aspiring jewelry designers, and DIY lovers will learn how to make 20 of Tarina's most essential pieces including statement earrings, cocktail rings, hair jewelry, stretch cuff bracelets, embellished spectacles, and more. Fans of Tarina will also learn about her brand history, getting inspired, creating themes and stories, sourcing materials, essential tools and techniques, how to wear and style your jewelry wardrobe, and more. The text is complemented by tips and hundreds of full-color photos throughout.
About the Author
Tarina Tarantino founded her now famous jewelry and accessories brand, The Sparkle Factory, with her husband and business partner in 1995. Today, she has three storefronts in LA, New York, and Milan, with plans to open more. Her jewelry and accessories are sold in over 2,000 retailers worldwide, including a makeup line with Sephora, and her jewelry and makeup are worn by many famous celebrities. Tarina lives in Los Angeles, California.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Part 1: History of Tarina Tarantino
Part 2: Inspirations
Part 3: Projects
Necklaces
Bracelets and Bangles
Earrings
Rings
Accessories
Jewelry Organization and Display
Conclusion