The Big-Ass Book of Bling Kindle Edition

Whether you are a hard-core crafter looking for a dozen new ways to use up the your massive stash of bits and baubles or a novice fashionista hoping to create a stand-out signature piece that will really take your latest look to the next level, Mark Montano's Big-Ass Book of Bling has you covered.Like all of Mark's books, The Big-Ass Book of Bling features enough projects --more than 150-- to keep you crafting well into the next year. Each project is beautifully photographed and comes with a list of all the materials required and a set of easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions. More importantly, every page comes packed with inspiration as Mark encourages everyone to "have fun, make messes, and create!" Perhaps the most interesting and surprising thing that Mark has to offer is his unique and innovative eye for turning common hardware store finds like plastic gutter guard, aquarium tubing and aluminum flashing into gorgeous accessories you'll be proud to flaunt at your next soiree.A few highlights include an entire section on crowns and tiaras (And who among us doesn't need at least one more tiara?), a must-have recipe for paper "turquoise," and an "oh-my-goth" fabulous collection of chic black necklaces, chokers, and cuffs. On top of all that, Mark introduces readers to a few products and techniques that are, quite simply, game-changers. Until I read this book, I was convinced I'd have to spend a fortune on classes or my own glass fusing kiln. Now thanks to Mark, I know about the  Fuseworks Beginner's Microwave Kiln . I've even added it to my Amazon.com Wishlist!With the holidays just a few weeks away, I'll be whipping up some awesome gifts and stocking stuffers for all the folks in my life who understand, as Mark Montano clearly does, that everything's better with bling.

This is a great how-to/reference book. It's filled with lots of ideas and uses many different types of materials to craft your own "bling". I especially like that you don't have to necessarily run out and buy a lot in order to do the projects as many of the materials might be something you've already got laying around the hous. Or, some of the things might not cost that much since the author often uses remnants that can often be found on the clearance bins at craft stores. It's a great idea book and easy to read. I suggest this for anyone who is looking for projects that aren't necessarily mainstream.

I was somewhat disappointed with this book. I love his YouTube channel and I thought thus would be like that. I may make a few things but most of them I’d never actually wear.

I saw this book at Barnes and Noble and thought it looked interesting. Surely, there is a lot of content. It is a big book. So, I went home and ordered on amazon to get the better price, as it listed for 19.99 at B & N. When I received the book and started flipping through it I was slightly disappointed. A lot of the projects in it are very home done or crafty looking. I prefer to make things that have a nicer finished appearance. So, as jewelry making inspiration this book fell short for me. That being said, if you are looking for crafty activities to do with kids or teens this book would be great. It just didn't fit my niche very well.

For Christmas, I gave myself the 4 book "Big Ass" collection. I have seen designing Mark Montano has done, so I didn't hesitate to purchase all 4 @ once. BIG mistake. While I may not be the target consumer that Montano was going for, I don't think 8 thru 12 year olds want to spend that kind of money. The projects shown are less then inspiring, & are so far past tacky, it's bewildering that an editor would actually agree to publish. This review is the same for, so far, 3 out of 4 of the books. Just can't get into opening the last one, the first " Big Ass Book of Crafts." For sure, I wasted money.

I was impatiently waiting for this book to arrive! With the name Bling in the mix, who wouldn't be excited? I am happy to say this book delivered! Page after page of inspiration. Mark left no "Bling" unturned! This book as everything for the novice crafter to the skilled artisan. Best of all, Mark even provides life-sized templates! Seriously, that is one of my huge pet peeves about templates provided in craft books. Most are microscopic, and requires you to have a printer and/or know how to enlarge them. Well in this book, no worries, all the enlarging is already done for you. Don't have access to a printer? No problem, you can trace right out of the book. Genius!! This book will make an excellent DIY gift. I plan on purchasing a couple more with supplies needed for one of the projects and give to a few of my crafty diva homegirls.Sacredyolidesigns

Ok.....let's just get down to the point...This book rocks...Not only are the ideas fun, funky, easy and original it doesn't break my bank either...I've been able to create these amazing and clever crafty items on the cheap....and they look like a million bucks.I have a 5 year old daughter and 7 year old son and they too can do these with me.The photographs are bright (not dingy like half those books), the instructions are clear.....and simple.The best part is Mark has as far as I can see made videos on his website or You Tube channel and you can actually see how it's done if you get confused.... this rocks. And he's so accessible....! If you write him, he writes you back!!!I was blown away.... he's not a diva... so nice and helped me in a jiffy with a question....Amazing in this internet age when so many people pop out books but aren't there to help you or back up their work.He's crafty, he's smart and he's your friend how big ass bad is that?Awesome.I bought 3 copies and gave them as gifts.Buy it and BLING your ass out.. with the craftiest....

BIG BAD BOOK OF RUBBISH ONLY SUITABLE FOR A TEN YEAR OLD NONE OF THE IDEAS ARE PARTICULARLY NICE IT IS NEITHER USEFUL NOR INFORMATIVE SUCH SIMPLE SIMPLE STUFF

If you like to craft with recycled materials you will love this book. Every page had me wanting to rush out into my craft room and make a start. I teach recycled crafts and there are great ideas in this book that I will adapt to use.

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This book rocks. I. Love it! The second one...not so much... but this book? Get it. you wont regret it. It's full of interesting little stories about how the author that leave a smile on your face but it's the sheer volume of crafts ....I'll probably never make half of them but they are awesome to look at...that just blew my mind. Awesome!