Interest in jewellery design has rocketed in recent years, particularly in the US and Australia. The range of findings, beads and tools has also increased spectacularly, making it possible to produce professional looking pieces with just some basic knowledge and skills. I am really pleased that the UK has now caught up a bit, and this new magazine will be welcomed by anyone who wants to take up a fashionable and potentially profitable new hobby to ward off the credit crunch blues. Check out the magazine's website at www.makingjewellery.com for more details.