Designing Jewelry With Semiprecious Beads

Author : Barbara Case
Publisher : David and Charles
ISBN 13 : 0715330578
Total Pages : 343 pages
Book Rating : 4.79/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Making Jewelry with Gemstone Beads written by Barbara Case and published by David and Charles. This book was released on 2007-10-19 with total page 343 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bead with beautiful gemstones and create dazzling earrings, bracelets, and more—includes over one hundred projects for all skill levels. You can learn to create gorgeous gemstone jewelry with this collection of over one hundred projects, ranging from eye-catching earrings and accessories to exquisite necklaces and bracelets. This beautiful book offers an impressive range of twenty-eight beautiful semi-precious stones (including birthstones) and a glimpse into the fascinating history and mythical properties behind them. Projects range from the simplest stringing to more detailed beadwork to cater for all levels of ability. Discover a variety of versatile ideas that can be adapted for any type of gem or bead—with clear artwork, vivid photos, and easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions.

Author : Kim Gover
Publisher : Interweave
ISBN 13 : 9781596681040
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.47/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Designing Jewelry with Semiprecious Beads written by Kim Gover and published by Interweave. This book was released on 2009-04-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn to string beautiful jewelry using glass beads, pearls, and semiprecious stones with this all-in-one bead directory and design guide. Featuring more than 75 projects from a selection of international designers, this resource teaches crafters foolproof rules for successful designs including bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and brooches. Beginning with simple stringing examples that are cross-referenced to the relevant technique, each project includes beautiful photography, step-by-step instructions, a shopping list of all the main components, and a unique easy-to-follow stringing diagram, making this an ideal companion for the beginning designer, more seasoned beaders in need of a refresher, and veteran crafters.

Author : Nancy Alden
Publisher : Potter Craft
ISBN 13 : 0307451356
Total Pages : 146 pages
Book Rating : 4.54/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Simply Gemstones written by Nancy Alden and published by Potter Craft. This book was released on 2009 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Celebrities and fashion runways are glittering with gemstones, more than ever these days. But for the growing hordes of jewellery makers, gemstones can prove very daunting to work with. Nancy Alden of the popular Beadworks series gives readers a full introduction to the craft and, in her typical fashion, takes all the anxiety out of the process. Readers will learn how to create stunning gemstone earrings, necklaces and bracelets - with a gem and corresponding project to complement any look. Plus today s wide availability and competitive pricing of precious and semi-precious stones, makes what had once been exclusive, expensive projects completely doable.

Author : Maggie Roschyk
Publisher : Kalmbach Books
ISBN 13 : 1627000313
Total Pages : 113 pages
Book Rating : 4.14/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Artistic Seed Bead Jewelry written by Maggie Roschyk and published by Kalmbach Books. This book was released on 2012-08-29 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Experienced seed bead artist and Bead&Button contributing editor Maggie Roschyk gives friendly advice on topics like choosing bead colors and finishes, how to “audition” beads, and deciding which stitch to use to achieve a desired effect as they create necklaces, earrings and bracelets. Using rich cultural imagery from around the world as a teaching tool, Maggie Roschyk examines how decisions about bead color combinations, texture, and finish affect the finished work as she helps readers think like designers.

Author : Chris Franchetti Michaels
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118153111
Total Pages : 304 pages
Book Rating : 4.16/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Teach Yourself VISUALLY Jewelry Making and Beading written by Chris Franchetti Michaels and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-06-20 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You've probably coveted jewelry you've seen in artsy boutiques and fashion magazines or envied friends who have the perfect bling to accent everything. With this book, you'll learn to craft designs that are chic but inexpensive. With hundreds of detailed photos, this book covers tools and supplies, bead stringing and weaving, wire wrapping, and more. Terrific projects will get you started and inspire you to create your own jewelry and beadwork designs. Concise two-page lessons show you all the steps to a skill and are ideal for quick review Each skill or technique is defined and described Detailed color photos demonstrate each step Step-by-step instructions accompany each photo Helpful tips provide additional guidance

Author : Bert Rachel Freed
Publisher : St. Martin's Griffin
ISBN 13 : 1466870524
Total Pages : 148 pages
Book Rating : 4.29/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Bead Crochet Jewelry written by Bert Rachel Freed and published by St. Martin's Griffin. This book was released on 2014-04-29 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beading experts, teachers, and jewelry designers Bert and Dana Freed share their expertise in this delightful collection of jewelry patterns and projects. Using a wide range of stunning beads in lovely color combinations, the pieces may look complicated, but are very easy to make following the clearly explained techniques and directions. The projects are organized so that you start with the foundation of bead crochet---the basic chain stitch---then progress through each level to achieve more advanced techniques. Each section opens with clear photographs that demonstrate the techniques needed for the proceeding projects. The "Advanced Tips and Tricks" at the end of the book offer additional tips and tricks for making your bead crochet experience go as smoothly as possible. Beautifully photographed, Bead Crochet Jewelry provides all the inspiration and skills you need to create unique jewelry pieces to wear or give as wonderful gifts. From dangling earrings to chunky necklaces and plaited bracelets, these beautiful and intricate-looking pieces are sure to stand out and be admired by all.

Author : Dawn Cusick
Publisher : Lark Books
ISBN 13 : 9781579903886
Total Pages : 134 pages
Book Rating : 4.86/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Making Bead & Wire Jewelry written by Dawn Cusick and published by Lark Books. This book was released on 2002 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explains the techniques involved in making bead and wire jewelry, discusses tools and materials, and features illustrated instructions for seventy-five projects, including necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and pins.

Author : Nicole Noelle Sherman
Publisher : Quarry Books
ISBN 13 : 9781592534227
Total Pages : 128 pages
Book Rating : 4.28/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Making Designer Jewelry from Hardware, Gems, and Beads written by Nicole Noelle Sherman and published by Quarry Books. This book was released on 2008-07-01 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 25 gorgeous how-to projects Interest in beading and jewelry-making continues to grow. Making Designer Jewelry from Hardware, Beads, and Gems offers DIY crafters and jewelry-makers a fun, funky approach to jewelry constructed from not only glass beads, pearls, and semi-precious gemstones, but shows how to incorporate simple stainless steel, aluminum, copper, brass and tin hardware, such as nuts, bolts, washers, and tubing, into stunning, innovative, and modern jewelry pieces. Using hardware in jewelry has become popular, and features an aesthetic twist that mixes "high" and "low" --inexpensive and common metal hardware with favorite bead-store jewels.

Author : Heather Dismore
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118053427
Total Pages : 358 pages
Book Rating : 4.23/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Jewelry Making & Beading For Dummies written by Heather Dismore and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-03-04 with total page 358 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Features step-by-step projects and full-color examples Create unique jewelry to wear with everything from jeans to a ball gown! Want to make your own jewelry? This easy-to-follow guide gives you lots of hands-on instruction in making simple, fabulous jewelry and working with beads. From wire wrapping and knotting to weaving and polishing, you'll get all the skills you need to make necklaces, bracelets, earrings, pins, key chains, wine charms and items for the home. Discover how to * Create funky and elegant designs * Work with leather, silver, and stones * String, knot, and weave beads * Avoid common mistakes * Host a trendy jewelry party

Author : Jean Campbell
Publisher : Creative Publishing international
ISBN 13 : 161059570X
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.04/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Creating Glamorous Jewelry with Swarovski Elements written by Jean Campbell and published by Creative Publishing international. This book was released on 2010-11-01 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Creating Glamorous Jewelry with Swarovski Elements presents a collection of modern reproductions of classic Hollywood glitz, worn by the dazzling starlets of the big screen, including Marlene Dietrich, Katherine Hepburn, and Marilyn Monroe. All 20 sparkling jewelry pieces are made with the internationally popular Swarovski products, including the newest items in their line of crystal beads and stones. Detailed instructions and illustrations take you step-by-step through the creation of each piece. Whether dressed up or dressed down, these statement pieces will be fun to wear and become stunning, heirloom-quality additions to your jewelry collection.