Contemporary Loom Beading

Contemporary Loom Beading

Author: Sharon Bateman

Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 144

ISBN-13: 9781600592737

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Captures the many ways this traditional craft has risen to new creative heights. See how to set up a loom, follow graphed patterns, create edgings and fringes and even build a simple loom from scratch.


Beading on a Loom

Beading on a Loom

Author: Don Pierce

Publisher: Interweave

Published: 1999-03-01

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781883010638

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Focusing specifically on loom bead weaving, this book provides extensive information on building a loom, loomwork techniques, and design techniques. Beginning with a brief history of Native American and African beadwork, it also explores European bead manufacturing. Special attention is paid to Native American beadwork, including wampum and glass beads and box, bow, heddle, and Apache looms. Step-by-step instructions and illustrations are provided for the entire weaving process, including loom construction, warping, basic weaving, weaving triangles, finishing, and correcting mistakes. A section on contemporary loomwork includes 40 unique works--ranging in size from a tiny amulet bag to a wall hanging of the Boston skyline that contains 190,800 beads--by 20 different artists.


Creative Bead Weaving

Creative Bead Weaving

Author: Carol Wilcox Wells

Publisher: Lark Books

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 148

ISBN-13: 9781579900809

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This book shows how to go beyond the basics of beading to create three-dimensional objects such as bowls, baskets, and figures, as well as jewelry and accessories. Full instructions for 20 projects are included. 400 illustrations, 150 in color.


The Art & Elegance of Beadweaving

The Art & Elegance of Beadweaving

Author: Carol Wilcox Wells

Publisher: Lark Books

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 166

ISBN-13: 9781579905330

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“Elegant contemporary jewelry....What artist-author Wells and her 30 colleagues conjure up in more than 30 bracelets, earrings, and necklaces is nothing short of breathtaking. All the projects can be readily mastered by beginners....One hundred percent of the fundamentals, from graphic illustrations and charts to accompanying text and great color photographs.” —Booklist.


Keiko's Ikebana

Keiko's Ikebana

Author: Keiko Kubo

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Published: 2013-05-21

Total Pages: 140

ISBN-13: 1462906001

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Keiko's unique approach to ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging, combines traditional techniques with modern tastes. Her influences--which range from sculpture to today's Western floral design--come together to create one-of-a-kind arrangements that are authentic and eye-catching, simple and graceful, and possible for anyone to achieve. This book presents step-by-step instructions for creating 20 stunning ikebana arrangements in a range of sizes and styles. Each of the flower arrangements can be completed in just three simple steps and uses easy-to-find floral materials and containers. The book also includes an introduction to the history of ikebana as it relates to Japan and Japanese culture, as well as a guide to the basic rules of ikebana design and floral techniques. Suggestions for finding and choosing materials and supplies make it easy to learn how to arrange flowers and gain a hands-on appreciation of the art of Japanese flower arranging.


Cube Bead Stitching

Cube Bead Stitching

Author: Virginia Jensen

Publisher: Kalmbach Books

Published: 2012-11-19

Total Pages: 97

ISBN-13: 0871167891

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Making jewelry with cube beads requires no special training or classes. This book explains it all. With clear instructions and hundreds of color photographs, expert Virginia Jensen shows how to make stunning jewelry using many of the most popular off-loom stitches. Chapters are divided by project type, including bracelets, earrings, necklaces, rings, and decorative items. Beginners learn the fundamentals of many popular stitches as they create the projects, while more experienced crafters enjoy the challenge of weaving an uncommon shape into a knockout piece.


Creative Native American Beading

Creative Native American Beading

Author: Theresa Flores Geary

Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 9781600595325

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The 19 highlighted jewellery and accessory projects include a Huichol Lace Sun Catcher and a Ladder Chain Bracelet (perfect for beginners) along with advanced-level projects like the Waterbird Pendant and Sun Rosette Medallion.


Bead Weaving on a Loom

Bead Weaving on a Loom

Author: Fra Ortmeyer

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing

Published: 2014-07-01

Total Pages: 178

ISBN-13: 1607651335

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Eleven simple, step-by-step projects that show you how to craft beautiful bead jewelry. It’s easy to make beautiful and elegant beaded jewelry on a loom! Modern looms make it so simple. Even if you’ve never tried bead weaving before, now’s the time to start. Bead Weaving on a Loom shows you how to use needles, thread, and beads to create your own expensive-looking jewelry in beautiful textural patterns. Eleven step-by-step projects are provided for weaving intricate beaded creations, including bracelets, necklaces, earrings and more. Inside you’ll find: Eleven step-by-step projects for weaving exquisite bead jewelry Gorgeous designs for necklaces, pendants, bracelets, and more Basic bead weaving techniques to get you started Expert advice on how to set up and warp your loom How to join ends, add fringe, sew seams, and work with findings


Bead Weaving On a Loom

Bead Weaving On a Loom

Author: Katty Gabriel

Publisher: BookRix

Published: 2023-01-30

Total Pages: 39

ISBN-13: 3755430878

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Bead looming is a fun and easy technique that began long ago as a Native American decorative art form. Looming has evolved over the years and is often used by modern beaders to make stylish bracelets and accessories. As the style and forms of using a bead loom evolved, so did the tools, materials, and equipment. You can easily spice up loomed designs by using two-hole beads, leather cording, fibers, fun patterns, and unique finishing options. Learning how to use a beading loom can catapult your craft repertoire. These handy little tools allow you to create complex and colorful beading patterns that you can use to complement a wide range of jewelry, apparel and home décor crafts. From elaborate tribal patterns that pay tribute to the original designs made by Native Americans to gorgeous florals and geometrics for your trendy accessories, there’s no vision you can’t bring to life beading on a loom. In this book “How to bead loom” I will be teaching you everything you need to know in other to be able to carry out awesome projects on weaving on bead loom as also several other bead weaving projects. ORDER YOUR COPY


HOW TO WEAVE BEAD USING A LOOM

HOW TO WEAVE BEAD USING A LOOM

Author: Sonia Richard

Publisher: BookRix

Published: 2023-03-06

Total Pages: 26

ISBN-13: 3755434431

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Bead looming is a fun and easy technique that began long ago as a Native American decorative art form. Looming has evolved over the years and is often used by modern beaders to make stylish bracelets and accessories. Mastering the art of beading on a loom can catapult your craft repertoire. It’s not as difficult as it seems. This book has been has simplified the learning process. The little handy tools will allow you to create complex and colorful beading patterns that you can use to complement a wide range of jewelry, apparel and home décor crafts. From elaborate tribal patterns that pay tribute to the original designs made by Native Americans to gorgeous florals and geometrics for your trendy accessories, there’s no vision you can’t bring to life beading on a loom. In this book “HOW TO WEAVE BEAD USING A LOOM”, I will be teaching you everything you need to know in other to be able to carry out awesome projects on weaving on bead loom. You will learn the tips, tricks, techniques and patterns to create lots of beautiful bead weaving projects. ORDER YOUR COPY NOW