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Author: Ann Benson
Publisher: Lark Books (NC)
Published: 2010
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781600593376
DOWNLOAD EBOOKOffers instructions on basic stitches and techniques with 18 bead crochet projects, including purses, carrying cases, and a hat. Benson offers instructions on basic stitches and techniques.
Author: Mary Libby Neiman
Publisher: Design Originals
Published: 2013
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781574217193
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWith basic crochet skills and a supply of beads, you can assemble a stunning collection of bracelets, necklaces, and pins with these 32 projects.
Author: Lily Chin
Publisher: Interweave
Published: 2004-05-01
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781931499446
DOWNLOAD EBOOKHandknitting and crochet are taken to a whole new level with the fashion-savvy designs provided in this book. Stitch techniques for knitting and crochet include prestrung and hoisted-atop stitches, single- and double-crochet, and half-double crochet. Each technique is then demonstrated with an exciting range of masterful designs that feature a sparkling array of beads strategically nestled among the stitches. Beaded projects are accompanied by easy, step-by-step instructions and illustrations and include Fair Isle and cabled tunic sweaters, a short-sleeve pullover and vest, felted slippers with a beaded-star pattern, and dazzling jewelry. Also shown are ways to mix techniques and add beaded accents to pockets, collars, scarves, socks, vests, and even pillows. Knitters and crocheters of all skill levels will find inspiring projects and a feast of possibilities for one-of-a-kind garments and accessories.
Author: Kalmbach Publishing Company
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
Published: 2005-05-11
Total Pages: 20
ISBN-13: 9780890244784
DOWNLOAD EBOOKKnitting and beading can blend. Projects include spool-knitted wire and bead jewelry, elegant purses highlighted with beaded fringes, and more.
Author: Daina Taimina
Publisher: CRC Press
Published: 2018-02-19
Total Pages: 865
ISBN-13: 1351402196
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWinner, Euler Book Prize, awarded by the Mathematical Association of America. With over 200 full color photographs, this non-traditional, tactile introduction to non-Euclidean geometries also covers early development of geometry and connections between geometry, art, nature, and sciences. For the crafter or would-be crafter, there are detailed instructions for how to crochet various geometric models and how to use them in explorations. New to the 2nd Edition; Daina Taimina discusses her own adventures with the hyperbolic planes as well as the experiences of some of her readers. Includes recent applications of hyperbolic geometry such as medicine, architecture, fashion & quantum computing.
Author: Noreen Crone-Findlay
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Published: 2020-11-01
Total Pages: 201
ISBN-13: 0811768759
DOWNLOAD EBOOKOpen the door to the possibilities of what you can weave on your frame loom! A comprehensive guide to the frame loom, this book introduces the weaver to the basics of frame loom weaving and also more advanced techniques. Learn how to weave tapestries for wall hangings or handbags, lace for scarves and market bags, geometric shapes for alpacas and dolls, modules to sew together to make larger items, and so much more. Patterns for various weaves such as houndstooth and checkerboard are included, as well as instructions on how to adapt other weaves to the frame loom. Photo-illustrated step-by-step instructions are given for all techniques and 20 unique projects from home decor items to pouches and bags, scarves and other wearables, stuffed toys, bookmarks, and more. Looms used in the book are 6-inch, 8-inch, and 10-inch sizes, but the instructions are adaptable to any size loom. Once you know the basics, you can use your woven modules to create whatever you imagine!
Author: Cath Thomas
Publisher:
Published: 2015-08-09
Total Pages: 200
ISBN-13: 9781514737156
DOWNLOAD EBOOK'Diamond Weave' contains much more than the 23 projects mentioned on its cover. It offers many step-by-step lessons building upon one another to learn this fantastic new beading stitch. You will learn basic Diamond Weave and complex variations, including various hexagon and octagon weaves, a Chinese coin motif weave and 'Waffle Weave'. The projects, each more beautiful than the other, have been designed to practice your new skills.In addition to a multitude of designer's tips, notes and inspirational anecdotes to develop your own creativity, and push your designs further, the book also includes an impressive number of methods to attach or even make closures, including beautiful smooth buttonholes.Practical in size with big illustrations and a comfy font, this book belongs on every beader's desk, from beginner to master.
Author: Jacqui Carey
Publisher:
Published: 1999
Total Pages: 192
ISBN-13: 9780952322528
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Margaret Wertheim
Publisher:
Published: 2015
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780977962235
DOWNLOAD EBOOKNow perhaps the world's largest participatory art and science project, the Crochet Coral Reef combines mathematics, marine biology, environmental consciousness-raising and community art practice. Almost 8,000 people around the world have contributed to making an ever-evolving archipelago of giant woolen seascapes, which have been exhibited at the Hayward Gallery, the Smithsonian and many other venues. This fully illustrated book, written by the project's creators--Margaret and Christine Wertheim of the Institute For Figuring--brings together the scientific and mathematical content behind the project, along with essays about the artistic and cultural resonances of this unique experiment in radical craft practice. With a wealth of color illustrations, the book serves as a record of the 30-plus Crochet Reefs worldwide and names all 7,000-plus contributors in a specially designed section.
Author: Jean Power
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Published: 2017-05-19
Total Pages: 130
ISBN-13: 9781544717968
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIf you enjoyed the book Geometric Beadwork then this second volume in the series is the perfect next step. This book contains over 25 brand new projects covering all aspects of geometric beading as well as 3 of Jean Power's Designer of the Year projects (plus brand new variations on them!) This 128 page book is crammed full of geometric beadwork, techniques and projects to delight and inspire. Featuring over 300 diagrams and photos, and with bracelets, necklaces, chains, brooches, pendants and more there is something for everyone. The book begins with the basics of geometric beadwork before moving onto design & inspiration considerations then then separating into 4 different chapters: Triangles, Squares, and 'The Maths'. In addition to full page photos, so you can see all the detail, every project has: The quantity, size (and where relevant the colour number) of beads you will need The techniques needed (every technique needed is shown in detail at the start of the book or relevant chapter) Detailed step-by-step instruction using a mix of text, diagrams and photos A favourite feature: 'In a nutshell'. This distils each project down to its essential steps meaning you can read that and dive right in if you're more experienced
