Jewel Loom Inspirations
Jewel Loom Inspirations

Author: Julianna C. Avelar

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2016-01-12

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 1440243891

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How will the Jewel Loom inspire you? Create fun, easy beaded bracelets, necklaces, earrings and more with the versatile Jewel Loom! Jewel Loom creator Julianna Avelar fills you in on the basics of beading on a loom, then shares fifteen of her favorite Jewel Loom projects in easy-to-follow tutorials. Get creative with silk ribbon, fringe and leather cording then experiment with beads of varying colors and shapes--the jewelry projects in this book push the boundaries of traditional beading loom designs. Make something that fits your unique style! An inspiration gallery, featuring a beaded denim jacket, a fringed lampshade and more, offers ideas on how to use the Jewel Loom for more than just jewelry. So grab your loom and start beading!

Polymer Clay Color Inspirations
Polymer Clay Color Inspirations

Author: Lindly Haunani

Publisher: Watson-Guptill

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 67

ISBN-13: 0823015017

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Renowned for their courses and workshops on color, the authors offer instruction and inspiration that focuses on polymer clay as a learning tool that crafters can use to explore their own color instincts and preferences. Each chapter investigates a color principle supported by a jewelry project.

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.

500 Bead Weaving Patterns for Bracelets
500 Bead Weaving Patterns for Bracelets

Author: Emilie Ramon

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2017-02-01

Total Pages: 189

ISBN-13: 0811765393

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An encyclopedia of beaded bracelet patterns for your small loom. Weaving beaded bracelets on a small bead loom is easy, and with the 500 patterns in this book you can make all kinds of creative designs! From bold graphic prints to animals and flowers to retro or southwestern designs, there are plenty of patterns to suit your style. Each pattern shows how many and what color beads are needed and the placement of every bead so it's easy to complete any bracelet you choose. Make them to keep and to give away. Switch up the bead colors--so many options will keep you coming back for more!

Beading Inspiration
Beading Inspiration

Author: Editors of Bead&Button Magazine

Publisher: Kalmbach Books

Published: 2012-11-19

Total Pages: 97

ISBN-13: 0871167964

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Beading Inspiration: How to Use Color in Jewelry Design is packed with new and traditional approaches to designing with color that will expand any beader’s current palette as well as increase creative confidence. Readers can explore design possibilities using nature, the color wheel, decorative art, and fabric for color inspiration. Includes 27 projects from Beading Basics: Color, a special issue from the editors of BeadStyle and Bead&Button magazines, plus six additional, brand-new designs.

French-Inspired Jewelry
French-Inspired Jewelry

Author: Kaari Meng

Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 158

ISBN-13: 9781600590962

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Offers instructions for creating fifty French-inspired jewelry projects using vintage beads and other notions.

Totally Awesome Rubber Band Jewelry
Totally Awesome Rubber Band Jewelry

Author: Colleen Dorsey

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing

Published: 2013-10-24

Total Pages: 250

ISBN-13: 1607651076

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Are you ready to make the most awesome, fun bracelets EVER? Then jump into Totally Awesome Rubber Band Jewelry! With this new book and your Rainbow Loom®, Cra-Z-LoomTM, or FunLoomTM, you can make all of the cool rubber band accessories that are driving the hottest crafting craze in years. Enjoy hours of creative fun with this ultimate guide to stretch band looms. Totally Awesome Rubber Band Jewelry is packed with 12 original projects, more than 200 full-color photos, and dozens of clear, easy-to-follow loom diagrams. Totally Awesome Rubber Band Jewelry shows you everything you need to get the most out of your loom. You’ll learn to create completely colorful and super stylish bracelets, earrings, belts, and more in just minutes. Step out in style with the Hippie Belt, show off your skills with the Zipper Bracelet, and embellish your journals, bags, and barrettes with Flower Charms. The possibilities are endless!

Beading with Filigree
Beading with Filigree

Author: Cynthia Deis

Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 136

ISBN-13: 9781600591877

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Delicate, luminous, beautiful: no wonder metal filigree components are a jeweler’s treasure. From antique brass and copper to shimmering silver and gold, they pair perfectly with a variety of beads. This latest entry in the bestselling Beading with series features 33 sophisticated and utterly stylish projects. The techniques are simple; the variety is stunning; and the designs are contemporary and accessible. Learn how to shape filigree components and alter their finish. Discover special techniques for combining the beads with the filigree. Release your creativity on projects packed with high-end style. The Dinner at Eight Necklace weds diamond-shaped filigree connectors with sparkly crystal beads. Whimsical Whirlwind Earrings feature painted filigree and silk ribbon that provide a surprising pop of color. Every piece is gorgeous!

Bead Crochet Jewelry
Bead Crochet Jewelry

Author: Bert Rachel Freed

Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin

Published: 2014-04-29

Total Pages: 148

ISBN-13: 1466870524

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Beading experts, teachers, and jewelry designers Bert and Dana Freed share their expertise in this delightful collection of jewelry patterns and projects. Using a wide range of stunning beads in lovely color combinations, the pieces may look complicated, but are very easy to make following the clearly explained techniques and directions. The projects are organized so that you start with the foundation of bead crochet---the basic chain stitch---then progress through each level to achieve more advanced techniques. Each section opens with clear photographs that demonstrate the techniques needed for the proceeding projects. The "Advanced Tips and Tricks" at the end of the book offer additional tips and tricks for making your bead crochet experience go as smoothly as possible. Beautifully photographed, Bead Crochet Jewelry provides all the inspiration and skills you need to create unique jewelry pieces to wear or give as wonderful gifts. From dangling earrings to chunky necklaces and plaited bracelets, these beautiful and intricate-looking pieces are sure to stand out and be admired by all.

Seed Bead Jewelry
Seed Bead Jewelry

Author: Kalmbach Publishing Company

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing Company

Published: 2005-09-01

Total Pages: 19

ISBN-13: 9780890244623

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Features seven beautiful jewelry projects made with inexpensive seed beads. A wonderful array of ways to turn seed beads into appealing jewelry.