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Giveaway: Steampunk Emporium: Creating Fantastical Jewelry, Devices and Oddments from Assorted Cogs, Gears and Curios

June 7, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

Yes! The peeps at North Light Books have bequeathed upon me a copy of Steampunk Emporium: Creating Fantastical Jewelry, Devices and Oddments from Assorted Cogs, Gears and Curios by Jema “Emilly Ladybird” Hewitt to give to one lucky reader of Recycled Crafts at CraftGossip.com! Can I get a whoo-hoo?!?! The author Jema was kind enough to do a little Q & A with me which I posted over at Sweater Surgery along with a fun quick and easy gear and Swarovski crystal earring project.

The details: Leave a comment here by Midnight June 16th, 2011 and you are in the running for a copy of Steampunk Emporium. The fine print: Open to USA residents only.

Looking for Steampunk supplies? Check out these steampunk papers, embellishment and stamps.

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Comments

  1. mary says

    June 7, 2011 at 5:13 pm

    always looking for new ways to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and getting inspiration from this book should keppm me off of regretsy!@

  2. Tiffanie says

    June 7, 2011 at 5:27 pm

    I love Steampunk Jewelry. This is such an intersesting book. Love it!

  3. Josie says

    June 7, 2011 at 5:27 pm

    I love steampunk stuff and the jewelry is beautiful and unique.

  4. Lysa says

    June 7, 2011 at 5:28 pm

    I’ve been getting into steampunk since I’ve discovered it and this book would definitely be put to use. Thanks for the opportunity to win this awesome book!

  5. Jennette says

    June 7, 2011 at 5:29 pm

    Looks realy cool. I have wanted to try making some steampunk jewelry but not sure if I could do it!

  6. Lauren says

    June 7, 2011 at 5:33 pm

    I love steampunk!

  7. Darleen says

    June 7, 2011 at 5:34 pm

    This book is on my list to get – the best on Steampunk!

  8. Tina Wegner says

    June 7, 2011 at 5:36 pm

    Looks very interesting, could really learn to love a new kind of craft!

  9. sharon Dryjanski says

    June 7, 2011 at 5:38 pm

    That is the most awesome book …love steampunk and been addicted to that style for some. Great chance to make and get inspiration for the
    seniors center…

  10. Lisa says

    June 7, 2011 at 5:41 pm

    This is my favorite genre. I sure this book would give me inspiration.

  11. Dawn says

    June 7, 2011 at 5:43 pm

    I work with polymer clay and steampunk is one of the things I love to incorporate into my critters. I would really enjoy this book and adding to all of the ideas I have running through my head.

  12. Siobhan says

    June 7, 2011 at 5:43 pm

    That is so cool! I’ve really been having fun with steampunk lately.

  13. Natalie Quisenberry says

    June 7, 2011 at 5:44 pm

    My husband is totally into the steampunk look. He’s gradually incorporating the look into his “man cave.” Would love to win this and help him with decorating ideas!

  14. Page Turners Hollow says

    June 7, 2011 at 5:47 pm

    My husband and I would LOVE to make these fun pieces!

  15. Connie says

    June 7, 2011 at 5:50 pm

    Luv the aesthetic of scifi/fantasy edges with Victorian flair!!!

  16. Leslie says

    June 7, 2011 at 6:12 pm

    I love using recycled materials to make people and animals!

  17. southlakesmom says

    June 7, 2011 at 6:24 pm

    This is so my daughter. She loves Steampunk — and I’m with a Friends of the Library group that has an “attic” sale of all the stuff that comes in with donations that is not books — keys, brads, beads, etc. NOW we’ll know what to do with them, if we win the book!

    Thanks!

  18. LeAnn says

    June 7, 2011 at 6:35 pm

    Whoo-hoo!!! Love steampunk!

  19. Jennie says

    June 7, 2011 at 6:42 pm

    I can never resist the lure of new craft books…. Mmmm…..

  20. Suzanna says

    June 7, 2011 at 6:47 pm

    Oh, this looks fantastic! I can’t wait to read it!

  21. Valerie says

    June 7, 2011 at 6:55 pm

    I love steampunk! It’s such a fun, elegant, and fascinating subculture!

  22. Michelle says

    June 7, 2011 at 6:57 pm

    Oooh, I would devour this book cover to cover!

  23. Lindsay nice says

    June 7, 2011 at 7:30 pm

    Ooooo this is a good one, pick me pick me 🙂 fingers crossed

  24. Alisa says

    June 7, 2011 at 7:30 pm

    After reading how to make diy steampunk goggles recently this would be an awesome book to get more projects and inspiration from.

  25. Laura says

    June 7, 2011 at 7:53 pm

    We are doing a steampunk wedding for my DD this December this would be a great help. Thanks for all your wonderful postings.
    🙂

  26. Kelly says

    June 7, 2011 at 7:57 pm

    I can never get enough how to’s, especially ideas on steampunk 🙂

  27. Anne says

    June 7, 2011 at 8:23 pm

    I embrace victorian and love to juxtapose the industrial, hard look of items like gears, typewriter keys, bullets and such into this revival style of jewelry we know as Steampunk! I’ve incorporated several steampunk looks into my line of jewelry and accessories and have been educating many that stop at my booth on the term, the look, the trend. Just love it!

  28. GM says

    June 7, 2011 at 8:37 pm

    This is going on my to read list (and on pinterest); I really hope I win!

  29. Heather Logsdon says

    June 7, 2011 at 8:46 pm

    I love the steampunk movement – what a great way to recycle and upcycle materials. I wonder what new projects I can play with in this book. =-)

  30. Brian S. says

    June 7, 2011 at 8:55 pm

    OMG! I want this so bad. I have gotten into the kick of making steampunk nerf guns and squirtguns.

  31. lissy says

    June 7, 2011 at 9:22 pm

    Where was this book when I had to make steampunk bridesmaid jewlery last month? Better late than never

  32. Rebecca says

    June 7, 2011 at 9:31 pm

    I have gotten so hardcore into steampunk, lately. So awesome. And steampunk craftiness? Um, YES.

  33. Steph says

    June 7, 2011 at 10:03 pm

    This looks like way too much fun! 😀

  34. Katie says

    June 8, 2011 at 1:16 am

    *drools* This book is heaven! It’s at the top of my wishlist. I would definitely love to win a copy. Thanks for such a wonderful giveaway!

  35. Topaz says

    June 8, 2011 at 2:29 am

    Excellent, great giveaway! Thank you!

  36. Jessica C. says

    June 8, 2011 at 4:02 am

    I’d love to win, I love Steampunk! It is so cool!

  37. jenclair says

    June 8, 2011 at 4:57 am

    I make dolls, Little Eccentrics, and love to include steampunk elements!

  38. Jhana says

    June 8, 2011 at 5:05 am

    I can never get the right “look” when I try and make steampunky stuff. This book would sure help!!!!

  39. Gina says

    June 8, 2011 at 5:18 am

    Oh my! This is so cool. I love anything steampunk, upcycled, and multimedia.

  40. ShannonR2 says

    June 8, 2011 at 5:31 am

    I hadn’t seen this before, but it looks cool.
    Thanks!

  41. Pat Upton says

    June 8, 2011 at 5:54 am

    Steampunk is awesome but I haven’t yet figured it out! I would love to get a hold of this book!

  42. Sara says

    June 8, 2011 at 6:33 am

    EEEKKKK!!! This looks awesome, I didn’t even know it existed & now I really want it.

  43. jacqueline koudry says

    June 8, 2011 at 6:39 am

    Steampunk is the greatest. Would love to win this.

  44. kathy mcelroy says

    June 8, 2011 at 7:09 am

    I love Steampunk!!! Please enter me in your drawing.

  45. Ami says

    June 8, 2011 at 7:11 am

    Oh, fabulous! I love Steampunk …well…anything!

  46. Debbie says

    June 8, 2011 at 7:58 am

    Love, love, love Steampunk! Victorian with a demented twist – I’m there. To have this book for inspiration would make me very happy! 🙂

  47. Mary Mac says

    June 8, 2011 at 8:06 am

    One of the best giveaways in along time. I love steampunk.

  48. Julie says

    June 8, 2011 at 8:11 am

    The age of victorian inginuity is gathering steam! It’s always inspiring to find new ways to blend the old & the new,from an age where possibilites that were only dreams that became realities only limited by what could be formed by hands…..sounds like a great guide to some beautiful pieces for the Dicken’s fair in cali too! ;]

  49. Fran DeWitte says

    June 8, 2011 at 8:15 am

    I would love to win the book: Steampunk Emporium. I love the style & have a great time
    making jewelry in this style.

  50. Linda says

    June 8, 2011 at 8:19 am

    I’ve recently been introduced to Steampunk and am entranced with this created era. I make jewelry to supplement my disability retirement income and this would be wonderful. Plus, I and my family would love to wear some of these created items!

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