Book - "Totally Awesome Rubber Band Jewelry" - Review & Give-A-Way!

Recently I was asked if I'd like to review the new Design Originals / Fox Chapel  book,

"Totally Awesome Rubber Band Jewelry"

by Colleen Dorsey.

 

 

Now I must admit, I hadn't heard of the loom or jewelry until it was featured on the Today show back in August.  Apparently this is new crafty trend is sweeping the nation!

 

If you've not heard of rubber band jewelry, maybe you've heard mention the "tools" to make it ~ the Rainbow Loom, Cra-Z-loom or Fun Loom are the hottest "Must Have's" for kids (8+), tweens & teens.   To me it's reminiscent of the potholder looms from the 70's updated for today's youth.  The principal is basically the same, taking small loops, in this case very colorful small rubber bands, weaving them together turning them into fun modern forms of jewelry.

 

Just in time for Christmas Design Originals has come out with this wonderful full color book demonstrating 12 original projects (from bracelets, necklaces to hair accessories) and detailed instructions for each. 

 

The book is laid out in two sections, the first portion of the book is an introduction to the loom, the tools, the basics and how to make a basic bracelet on the loom and one on a (crochet) hook.   Once you know the basics the author shares how to put this information into practice with a wide variety of nifty designs...my favorite being the starburst bracelet.

 

After reading through the book I thought it sounded like fun!

If I had a girl that would wear these rubber band creations I would certainly jump right in and we'd both be making them - LOL!!

 

Since this book is brand new I thought I'd share a few places you can find it....

 

Wal-Mart 

Amazon

Barnes & Noble

Overstock.com

 

NOW, since I live in a house full of guys ~ who definitely wouldn't wear rubber band jewelry no matter how awesome it is, I am going to pass this book on to a lucky Ink Stained reader!

To enter to win, simply post a comment about this fun and funky new craft sensation!

 

You have until 11-27-13 to enter to win...

at that time I will draw the winner using random.org.

 

Good Luck Everyone!!!