Kumihimo Wire Jewelry
Kumihimo Wire Jewelry

Author: Giovanna Imperia

Publisher: Potter Craft

Published: 2013-07-17

Total Pages: 146

ISBN-13: 0823027171

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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.

Kumihimo Wirework Made Easy
Kumihimo Wirework Made Easy

Author: Christina Larsen

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2018-09-11

Total Pages: 145

ISBN-13: 1632506351

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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.

Kumihimo Basics and Beyond
Kumihimo Basics and Beyond

Author: Rebecca Combs

Publisher: Kalmbach Books

Published: 2013-10-21

Total Pages: 97

ISBN-13: 162700064X

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Kumihimo Basics & Beyond presents techniques for creating all-cord braids and beaded braids, then teaches beaders how to transform them into finished jewelry. Short demonstrations of the key techniques needed for each project are presented in easy-to-grasp portions, allowing beaders to learn and practice as they go. Rebecca Combs demystifies tricky “kumihimo math” by providing detailed supply lists for each project in the book, plus teaches beaders how to calculate the amount of fiber and how many beads they’ll need for their future kumihimo projects.

Kumihimo Jewelry Simplified
Kumihimo Jewelry Simplified

Author: Rebecca Ann Combs

Publisher: Kalmbach Books

Published: 2016-04-18

Total Pages: 129

ISBN-13: 1627002286

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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.

How to Make 50 Fabulous Kumihimo Braids
How to Make 50 Fabulous Kumihimo Braids

Author: Beth Kemp

Publisher: B.E.S. Publishing

Published: 2016

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13: 9780764167997

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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.

Beaded Kumihimo Jewelry
Beaded Kumihimo Jewelry

Author: Rebecca Ann Combs

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing Co

Published: 2020-07-20

Total Pages: 115

ISBN-13: 1627007237

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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.

Fine Art Wire Weaving
Fine Art Wire Weaving

Author: Sarah Thompson

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2015-08-14

Total Pages: 177

ISBN-13: 1632500272

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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!

Jewelry Concepts & Technology
Jewelry Concepts & Technology

Author: Oppi Untracht

Publisher: Doubleday

Published: 2011-01-26

Total Pages: 2225

ISBN-13: 0307784118

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The definitive reference for jewelry makers of all levels of ability--a complete, profusely illustrated guide to design, materials, and techniques, as well as a fascinating exploration of jewelry-making throughout history.

Seed Bead Revolution
Seed Bead Revolution

Author: Sara Oehler

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2017-08-16

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781546522379

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Authors Sara Oehler and Kristen Fagan wrote this book to show how new and innovative seed beads can be used to create jewelry using Soft Flex beading wire rather than thread or cord. The projects are easy to intermediate, but they are unique enough to capture the interest of even the most advanced beader. Most projects can be completed in one sitting.- 32 projects- Foreword and bonus project by Nealay Patel- Most projects show two colorways- Projects use SuperDuos, SuperUnos, Tilas, Half Tilas, Rullas, Dragon Scales and More!- Learn how to crimp in a variety of ways, braid, kumihimo, patina metal and weave with beading wire.