Kumihimo Wire Jewelry

Author : Giovanna Imperia
Publisher : Potter Craft
ISBN 13 : 0823027171
Total Pages : 146 pages
Book Rating : 4.70/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Kumihimo Wire Jewelry written by Giovanna Imperia and published by Potter Craft. This book was released on 2013-07-17 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In ancient Japan, beautiful yet functional cords made with the traditional braiding art of kumihimo adorned everything from kimonos to samurai armor to prayer scrolls. In Kumihimo Wire Jewelry, innovative jewelry artist Giovanna Imperia offers a fresh twist on this time-honored technique, adapting it to create stunning wire jewelry. In addition to a concise history of kumihimo and an overview of its essential materials, tools, and techniques, readers will learn the basics of this braiding method, plus how to create 20 striking projects--stylish bracelets, rings, earrings, and necklaces--all supported with detailed, step-by-step instructions and illustrations. This comprehensive book, which also includes pieces by prominent kumihimo jewelry artists from around the world, will inspire jewelry makers, beaders, and wireworkers at all skill levels to take their craft in a vibrant new direction.

Author : Christina Larsen
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1632506351
Total Pages : 145 pages
Book Rating : 4.51/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Kumihimo Wirework Made Easy written by Christina Larsen and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2018-09-11 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the gorgeous jewelry that can only be created with kumihimo wirework! Whether new to kumihimo or looking to take your skill to the next level, Kumihimo Wirework Made Easy is the companion you need. Author Christina Larsen will show you how easy it can be to transition from traditional kumihimo materials to wirework with her expert guidance, comprehensive instruction, and inspiring designs. In this must-have resource, you'll find: • A complete guide to understanding wireworking tools and materials specific to kumihimo wirework. • Full step-by-step tutorials for 3 basic kumihimo braid structures perfect for wirework jewelry designs. • Project instructions for 20 inspiring kumihimo wirework designs including earrings, bracelets, and pendants. Kumihimo Wirework Made Easy has everything you need to bring the ancient art of traditional Japanese braiding to your modern jewelry designs.

Author : Amy Lange
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781689232548
Total Pages : 111 pages
Book Rating : 4.44/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Kumihimo Wire Weaving written by Amy Lange and published by . This book was released on 2019-09-04 with total page 111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Powerful kumihimo techniques to make inexpensive wire jewelry Do you want to start kumihimo, but don't want to spend money on expensive metals? Are you a kumihimo braider, that is looking to challenge herself with wire projects? Are you afraid that doing kumihimo with wire might be difficult? Are you tired of making the same type of wire jewelry, over and over again? I, the author, also faced the same problems as you. I was scared of two things. One, I will have to spend too much money on buying sterling silver or gold wire to do projects. Two, kumihimo with wire will be difficult to do. That is why I have compiled a simple kumihimo guide for you. This guide focuses on using inexpensive tools and materials to create wire jewelry that you can wear and gift to those close to you. Inside this book you will discover: The #1 low-price metal you should use to make your first kumihimo braid The most important tool you need to make flat braids in your jewelry How to add cabochons to your kumihimo projects The only tools you need to start wire kumihimo What gauge of wire should you use for your first project? 5 mistakes you could be making when making wire braids 2 tools essential for creating hollow kumihimo braids 5 classic and versatile braid designs that go well with inexpensive metals How to get a patina finish on your kumihimo projects The biggest mistake you could be making when braiding wire 10 kumihimo 'hacks', that will make your kumihimo learning curve easier How to add beads to your kumihimo projects But isn't wire kumihimo tricky to do? Like any other hobby, kumihimo takes a little bit of time to learn. With practice, you will be sure to become comfortable with kumihimo. This book can get you started without much skill or time already invested in knowing kumhimo or making wire jewelry. You can start this craft even if you have never braided before. Get started before you unknowingly spend money on expensive materials, only to find out your projects could have been easier and cheaper if you used the alternative metal that is revealed in this book. Note: This book has black and white pictures only Take action now and buy this book by scrolling up and clicking the 'Buy now' button

Author : Rebecca Ann Combs
Publisher : Kalmbach Books
ISBN 13 : 1627002286
Total Pages : 129 pages
Book Rating : 4.88/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Kumihimo Jewelry Simplified written by Rebecca Ann Combs and published by Kalmbach Books. This book was released on 2016-04-18 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the second Kumihimo book by Rebecca Combs. This book will focus more on the beginner and shares some of the most popular features that made the first book a runaway success: conversational voice, skill-building format, Kumihimo math, and continuing to use the inexpensive Kumihimo foam disk. Kumihimo Simplified includes 5 “new” braids: 8-warp basket weave, 16-warp rectangular, 16-warp hollow basket, 8-warp half-round, and 8-warp square. Beads will be included within the braids where appropriate, however, the focus will be straight braid. Special sidebars will include Creative Closures - 5 different ways to finish Kumihimo braids, besides the common gluing of endcaps.

Author : Christina Larsen
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1632506378
Total Pages : 145 pages
Book Rating : 4.75/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Kumihimo Wirework Made Easy written by Christina Larsen and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2018-08-08 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the gorgeous jewelry that can only be created with kumihimo wirework! Whether new to kumihimo or looking to take your skill to the next level, Kumihimo Wirework Made Easy is the companion you need. Author Christina Larsen will show you how easy it can be to transition from traditional kumihimo materials to wirework with her expert guidance, comprehensive instruction, and inspiring designs. In this must-have resource, you'll find: • A complete guide to understanding wireworking tools and materials specific to kumihimo wirework. • Full step-by-step tutorials for 3 basic kumihimo braid structures perfect for wirework jewelry designs. • Project instructions for 20 inspiring kumihimo wirework designs including earrings, bracelets, and pendants. Kumihimo Wirework Made Easy has everything you need to bring the ancient art of traditional Japanese braiding to your modern jewelry designs.

Author : Liz Jones
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1620332442
Total Pages : 120 pages
Book Rating : 4.43/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Jewelry Studio: Silver Wire Fusing written by Liz Jones and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2013-03-01 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Showcasing a classic accessory that has always been in style, this all-in-one guide to silver wire fusing teaches crafters and jewelry makers how to create dazzling silver designs. With 11 technique exercises, including tumbling and finishing, this resource highlights the cost-effective benefits of the craft, which, using only a torch, requires less equipment than other types of metalwork. From basic beginners to experienced jewelry makers, crafters of all skill levels will delight in the book's 16 contemporary jewelry projects that include rings, pins, earrings, bracelets, and necklaces.

Author : Sarah Thompson
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1632500256
Total Pages : 177 pages
Book Rating : 4.50/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Fine Art Wire Weaving written by Sarah Thompson and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2015-08-19 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wire jewelry has never been more popular--but you've never seen projects like this before! In Fine Art Wire Weaving, award-winning author Sarah Thompson shares her secrets to creating wire jewelry that's nothing short of spectacular. Using super-fine wires to create 20 delicate, sophisticated pieces, you'll achieve that "wow" factor, all under the guidance of an expert jewelry teacher. You'll learn how to work with these fine wires successfully, as well as what to do when one of your projects goes awry. Using techniques in layering, symmetry, and dimensional shaping, you'll come away with a strong foundation in wire working so you can create your own one-of-a-kind pieces. Paired with beautiful, 4-color photographs, Thompson gives you step-by-step instructions to creating jewelry to pretty to keep for yourselfâ€"but that you won't want to give away!

Author : Beth Kemp
Publisher : B.E.S. Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780764167997
Total Pages : 128 pages
Book Rating : 4.95/5 ( download)

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Download or read book How to Make 50 Fabulous Kumihimo Braids written by Beth Kemp and published by B.E.S. Publishing. This book was released on 2016 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Find 50 flat braiding projects, including friendship bracelets, shoelaces, bag handles, jewelry, watch straps and more, and an enclosed kumihimo square loom. Clear instructions and step-by-step photographs make this a must-have guide for tweens, teens, and adults.

Author : Rebecca Ann Combs
Publisher : Kalmbach Publishing Co
ISBN 13 : 1627007237
Total Pages : 115 pages
Book Rating : 4.38/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Beaded Kumihimo Jewelry written by Rebecca Ann Combs and published by Kalmbach Publishing Co. This book was released on 2020-07-20 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beaded Kumihimo Jewelry is a collection of projects made using the most common kumihimo braid: kongoh gumi. The book includes 20+ all-new projects using this popular technique all in a friendly, easy-to-follow format made using an inexpensive kumihimo disk incorporating all your favorite beads. As you go through her third book, Rebecca will show you how to use many different types of beads in a variety of sizes to make kumihimo jewelry effectively. One beneficial section of this book is Rebecca’s “trouble shooting” section, used to help explain some of the most problematic areas of a kumihimo braid making each project more manageable for beginners. There is also a helpful Kumihimo Math section used to calculate the proper length and materials of the braid. Along with a few more detailed instructions for the foam disk, and a discussion about using the marudai. Beaded Kumihimo Jewelry is a great addition to your beading library not only for the beautiful designs, but the detailed discussions of both kumihimo math and trouble shooting.

Author : Amy Lange
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781698191867
Total Pages : 210 pages
Book Rating : 4.63/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Wire Weaving written by Amy Lange and published by . This book was released on 2019-10-14 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you want to learn wire weaving without paying $60 for a single weaving class, then keep reading... Do you want to learn how to make wire woven jewelry, but don't know where to start? Do you want to learn at home, without having to pay $60 for attending a single wire weaving class? Are you unable to make projects that you like, because your local supplier doesn't have some of the materials? Do you want to start without having to break your bank with expensive tools and materials? As a wire weaver, I, the author, also faced such problems. That is why I came up with secret methods that make it easy for you to start wire weaving with just a few basic tools. I will share these secrets inside this book. Note: This book has 4 manuscripts Book 1: Wire Weaving for Beginners: Make Your First Wire Jewelry Project and Learn Basic Wire Weaving Skills Book 2: Intermediate Wire Weaving: How to Make Wire Jewelry Without Splurging on Expensive Metals Book 3: Chain Maille Wire Weaving: How to Make Chain Maille With Affordable Metals and Minimal Tools Book 4: Kumihimo Wire Weaving: How to Make Wire Kumihimo Braids With Affordable Metals and Minimal Tools In this book you will discover: The #1 material you should use to make wire jewelry, that is both inexpensive and easy to work with 3 beginner projects that you can make, wear, and gift to those who are special in your life 4 versatile intermediate wire weaving techniques, that you can use to add your own 'personal touch' to projects The secret tool you should use to measure the gauge of your wire, that has personally made it easier for the author herself 1 handy method to incorporate and show off colorful beads in your projects 1 simple 'hack' that will allow you to never purchase a clasp or earring wire ever again One major mistake that completely ruins expensive base wires in your projects, and how to solve it How to add cabochons to your kumihimo projects 5 classic and versatile kumihimo designs that go well with inexpensive metals How to get a patina finish on your kumihimo projects The biggest mistake you could be making when braiding wire 8 beginner level chain maille patterns to kick start your chain maille journey How to avoid wasting money while buying jump rings An easy way to eliminate ring math for chain maille Plus you will receive not one but 4 free bonuses: The top 5 cheapest chain maille suppliers The #1 low-price metal you should use to make your first kumihimo braid The #1 low-price metal that a beginner should use to make her first chain maille 10 kumihimo 'hacks', that will make your kumihimo learning curve easier But, as a complete beginner, will you be able to make wire jewelry using this book? Yes. This book has been designed to let the beginner pursue her hobby, without feeling like it's too complicated. From beginner projects to wire braids with lush blue cabochons, you will be able to learn a range of designs, even if you have never touched wire before. Note: 2 manuscripts in this book do not have pictures. The other 2 have black and white pictures only Take action now and buy this book by scrolling up and clicking the 'Buy now' button