The newest addition to our bestselling Encyclopedia of Art series (more than 900,000 sold!) focuses on the dazzling decorative possibilities of beadwork. The book provides detailed, step-by-step instructions for a variety of techniques, all illustrated with more than 400 diagrams and photographs. Readers will learn both traditional and ...
Now readers can learn how to make sophisticated, professional-looking jewelry with readily-available materials. Intricate and distinctive designs are presented in beautiful color photographs accompanied by complete, step-by-step instructions. Includes complete materials lists.
Nice projects, appealing and clearly presented with instructions that give confidence.--Textile Fibre Forum Fringed scarves, glittering slippers, copper pendants, aquamarine chokers, woven bracelets, dangling earrings, wind chimes, and much more: crafters who love beads will find a treasure trove of beautiful projects and information to choose ...
*Features step-by-step photography and detailed line drawings for each project*Includes variations on designs allowing readers to apply the techniques to a variety colors and materials* Methods range from simple gluing and threading to sophisticated wiring techniquesAntique, mother-of pearl, plastic or metal -- gorgeous buttons just cry out to be ...
The craft of beadwork has a long history and great creative potential. This introduction to the craft provides information on tools, techniques, materials, and step-by-step photographs and instructions for making a wide range of bead jewellery.
Fringed scarves, glittering slippers, copper pendants, dangling earrings, wind chimes, daisy candle holders: with projects like these, you know beads are hot! Get started, with great ideas on where to buy beads, the right tools and thread to use, and the best techniques. Practice wiring, threading, hand and loom weaving, sticking, and embroidering ...
An all-embracing look at practical beadwork. The Bead Book contains a treasure chest of ideas for creating beautiful jewelry in a multitude of styles. Threading, knotting embroidering, decorating, loom work, and gluing are covered herein. Full color
A practical guide containing 45 step-by-step projects showing how to create attractive bead jewelry. Inspired by bead designs from around the world, the projects range from the simple to the more complex and is suitable for beginners and more experienced beadworkers alike.
Every facet of beading is covered here. Not only will you showcase the beauty of beads on a wide array of projects, you'll also make some lovely beads of your own. As you learn the craft, you'll delight in the richness of the colors, the diversity of the shapes, and the wide assortment of techniques you're using. You have the most flexibility when ...
This is a tantalizing collection of bead and button projects to inspire and desire. It shows you how vintage and new buttons in a wide range of materials can be combined with rocaille, crystal beads and pearls to maximum effect. It includes projects such as necklaces, bracelets, earrings, brooches, barettes, corsages, hair slides and cuff links - ...
This is a step-by-step guide to bead work. It contains easy-to-follow projects, helpful hints and templates, and discusses different materials and techniques. Other titles in the "Start-A-Craft" series look at decorative painting, puppet making and magic tricks.
Aimed mainly at the beginner, this volume (the second of two) contains a number of projects covering a range of craft techniques. The projects range from simple and traditional ideas through to exotic, innovative designs, and each one comes with step-by-step instructions. The book is divided into six sections covering fabric painting, stencilling, ...
The 50 projects in this book offer creative ideas not only for making jewellery in a multitude of different styles, but also showing various ways of decorating with beads. The most common techniques - loom-work, threading, gluing, knotting and embroidering are used and explained in detail.
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