Contemporary Costume Jewelry, A Multimedia Approach by Elyse Sommer. Published by Crown Publishers Inc, New York, NY, 1974. 1st Edition. No DJ. Size 8vo (up to 9-1/2'' tall). Condition: Nr Fine. Some edge wear, overall content excellent. 212 Pgs. LCCN 73-88268. This book provides a wealth of inspiring ideas. The author explores the infinite potential of jewelry making, revealing how a combination of unusual methods and materials can work for the artist to give fullest expression to his ideas. The beginner is launched into creative designing with some eye opening suggestions for recycling antique store and flea market items such as ivory piano keys, crystal chandelier parts and brass stamping into charming and sophisticate jewelry worth of the most elegant boutique. 450 photographs, 22 color plates. Description text copyright 2011 BooksForComfort. Item ID 24156.