Artful Handmade Wrap Bracelets
Author: Di Kim
Publisher:
Published: 2014-02-15
Total Pages: 129
ISBN-13: 1937994368
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA complete guide to creating sophisticated braided jewelry incorporating precious metals and stones.
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Bracelets Academy
Author: Ida Tomshinsky
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Published: 2017-01-27
Total Pages: 134
ISBN-13: 1524578231
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn a way, bracelets are among the most common form of jewelry. With the exception of earrings, bracelets are the most popular jewelry in the world. The book is a brief history lesson for bracelet curiosity types, jewelry aficionados, and collectors. The book explains the meaning, trendsetting, and evolving function of bracelets. It is an exciting reading from college students to professional jewelry makers, sellers, and buyers. The Bracelets Academy is a comprehensive resource filled with facts, quotes, and fascinating information that only a librarian can put together.
Mastering Herringbone Stitch
Author: Melinda Barta
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2014-02-13
Total Pages: 731
ISBN-13: 162033514X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA fresh and thorough approach to learning and mastering herringbone stitch! A follow-up to Mastering Peyote Stitch, Mastering Herringbone Stitch provides a solid overview to the second-most popular beadweaving technique--herringbone stitch. Learn the basics of creating flat bands, then advance into circular, tubular, and spiral variations of the stitch. Additional chapters cover combining herringbone with other beadweaving techniques such as peyote stitch, square stitch, brick stitch, and right-angle weave. Former Beadwork Designers of the Year such as Kelly Wiese, Lisa Kan, Leslie Frazier, Carole Ohl, Jean Power, Jill Wiseman, and Jean Campbell, contribute project designs to demonstrate a range of styles. Twenty new step-by-step projects are included, with many variations. Take your beading to the next level with Mastering Herringbone Stitch--a comprehensive guide for advanced beginners as well as an inspirational resource.
The Artful Parent
Author: Jean Van't Hul
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Published: 2019-06-11
Total Pages: 297
ISBN-13: 1611807204
DOWNLOAD EBOOKBring out your child’s creativity and imagination with more than 60 artful activities in this completely revised and updated edition Art making is a wonderful way for young children to tap into their imagination, deepen their creativity, and explore new materials, all while strengthening their fine motor skills and developing self-confidence. The Artful Parent has all the tools and information you need to encourage creative activities for ages one to eight. From setting up a studio space in your home to finding the best art materials for children, this book gives you all the information you need to get started. You’ll learn how to: * Pick the best materials for your child’s age and learn to make your very own * Prepare art activities to ease children through transitions, engage the most energetic of kids, entertain small groups, and more * Encourage artful living through everyday activities * Foster a love of creativity in your family
Beautiful Wire Jewelry for Beaders
Author: Irina Miech
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
Published: 2009
Total Pages: 114
ISBN-13: 0871162644
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"Twenty-one projects show you how to combine wireworking skills with beaded jewelry design. The unique range of projects use a wide variety of beads and cabochons, giving you plenty of opportunities to explore your creativity and expand your wireworking skills"--The publisher
100 Beautiful Bracelets
Author: Dover Publications, Inc.
Publisher: Courier Dover Publications
Published: 2019-06-12
Total Pages: 195
ISBN-13: 0486833925
DOWNLOAD EBOOKHandmade bracelets don't have to look homemade — and here's the proof! These designs for 100 different bracelets offer a style for every taste and skill level. Anyone can create eye-catching jewelry by following these full-color, step-by-step instructions and patterns. Knotted, woven, and threaded, the beautiful bracelets incorporate string, beads, pearls, charms, leather, and other elements that can be blended to form unique and personal statements. They make great gifts, too! Each of the bracelets is rated according to complexity, from lots of quick and easy projects to ones that take more practice and others that require advanced skills. If you're new to jewelry-making, you can start out with the simpler patterns and work your way up to the more sophisticated models. A section with basic instructions and diagrams will get you started, and helpful lists outline the tools and accessories you'll need to create chic bracelets for you and your friends.
Fine Art Wire Weaving
Author: Sarah Thompson
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2015-08-14
Total Pages: 177
ISBN-13: 1632500272
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWire 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!
Handcrafted Wire Findings
Author: Denise Peck
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2013-02-01
Total Pages: 129
ISBN-13: 1620331527
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAdd personal style at minimal cost with custom-made findings! Why spend hundreds of dollars stocking up on expensive manufactured clasps, jump rings, ear wires, bails, and more when you can make exactly what you need for a fraction of the cost? Making custom findings enables jewelry makers to affordably create just the right component to complement their own jewelry designs. Handcrafted Wire Findings looks at your wire stash and focuses on how to create custom, professional-quality findings. With fundamental skills for beginners that progress to more sophisticated designs, this book covers techniques such as basic wirework, texturizing, silver fusing, adding patina, and traditional finishes. Included are over 30 projects for making custom wire findings, each accompanied by step-by-step photographs and directions to ensure success.
Making Bead & Wire Jewelry
Author: Dawn Cusick
Publisher: Lark Books
Published: 2002
Total Pages: 134
ISBN-13: 9781579903886
DOWNLOAD EBOOKExplains 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.
Making Wire Jewelry
Author: Helen Clegg
Publisher: Lark Books
Published: 1997
Total Pages: 122
ISBN-13: 9781579900021
DOWNLOAD EBOOK60 easy projects in silver, copper & brass.
