Download or read book Kumihimo Wirework Made Easy written by Christina Larsen and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2018-09-11 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Download or read book Kumihimo Wire Weaving written by Amy Lange and published by . This book was released on 2019-09-04 with total page 111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Powerful kumihimo techniques to make inexpensive wire jewelry Do you want to start kumihimo, but don't want to spend money on expensive metals? Are you a kumihimo braider, that is looking to challenge herself with wire projects? Are you afraid that doing kumihimo with wire might be difficult? Are you tired of making the same type of wire jewelry, over and over again? I, the author, also faced the same problems as you. I was scared of two things. One, I will have to spend too much money on buying sterling silver or gold wire to do projects. Two, kumihimo with wire will be difficult to do. That is why I have compiled a simple kumihimo guide for you. This guide focuses on using inexpensive tools and materials to create wire jewelry that you can wear and gift to those close to you. Inside this book you will discover: The #1 low-price metal you should use to make your first kumihimo braid The most important tool you need to make flat braids in your jewelry How to add cabochons to your kumihimo projects The only tools you need to start wire kumihimo What gauge of wire should you use for your first project? 5 mistakes you could be making when making wire braids 2 tools essential for creating hollow kumihimo braids 5 classic and versatile braid designs that go well with inexpensive metals How to get a patina finish on your kumihimo projects The biggest mistake you could be making when braiding wire 10 kumihimo 'hacks', that will make your kumihimo learning curve easier How to add beads to your kumihimo projects But isn't wire kumihimo tricky to do? Like any other hobby, kumihimo takes a little bit of time to learn. With practice, you will be sure to become comfortable with kumihimo. This book can get you started without much skill or time already invested in knowing kumhimo or making wire jewelry. You can start this craft even if you have never braided before. Get started before you unknowingly spend money on expensive materials, only to find out your projects could have been easier and cheaper if you used the alternative metal that is revealed in this book. Note: This book has black and white pictures only Take action now and buy this book by scrolling up and clicking the 'Buy now' button

Download or read book Wire Weaving written by Amy Lange and published by . This book was released on 2019-10-14 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you want to learn wire weaving without paying $60 for a single weaving class, then keep reading... Do you want to learn how to make wire woven jewelry, but don't know where to start? Do you want to learn at home, without having to pay $60 for attending a single wire weaving class? Are you unable to make projects that you like, because your local supplier doesn't have some of the materials? Do you want to start without having to break your bank with expensive tools and materials? As a wire weaver, I, the author, also faced such problems. That is why I came up with secret methods that make it easy for you to start wire weaving with just a few basic tools. I will share these secrets inside this book. Note: This book has 4 manuscripts Book 1: Wire Weaving for Beginners: Make Your First Wire Jewelry Project and Learn Basic Wire Weaving Skills Book 2: Intermediate Wire Weaving: How to Make Wire Jewelry Without Splurging on Expensive Metals Book 3: Chain Maille Wire Weaving: How to Make Chain Maille With Affordable Metals and Minimal Tools Book 4: Kumihimo Wire Weaving: How to Make Wire Kumihimo Braids With Affordable Metals and Minimal Tools In this book you will discover: The #1 material you should use to make wire jewelry, that is both inexpensive and easy to work with 3 beginner projects that you can make, wear, and gift to those who are special in your life 4 versatile intermediate wire weaving techniques, that you can use to add your own 'personal touch' to projects The secret tool you should use to measure the gauge of your wire, that has personally made it easier for the author herself 1 handy method to incorporate and show off colorful beads in your projects 1 simple 'hack' that will allow you to never purchase a clasp or earring wire ever again One major mistake that completely ruins expensive base wires in your projects, and how to solve it How to add cabochons to your kumihimo projects 5 classic and versatile kumihimo designs that go well with inexpensive metals How to get a patina finish on your kumihimo projects The biggest mistake you could be making when braiding wire 8 beginner level chain maille patterns to kick start your chain maille journey How to avoid wasting money while buying jump rings An easy way to eliminate ring math for chain maille Plus you will receive not one but 4 free bonuses: The top 5 cheapest chain maille suppliers The #1 low-price metal you should use to make your first kumihimo braid The #1 low-price metal that a beginner should use to make her first chain maille 10 kumihimo 'hacks', that will make your kumihimo learning curve easier But, as a complete beginner, will you be able to make wire jewelry using this book? Yes. This book has been designed to let the beginner pursue her hobby, without feeling like it's too complicated. From beginner projects to wire braids with lush blue cabochons, you will be able to learn a range of designs, even if you have never touched wire before. Note: 2 manuscripts in this book do not have pictures. The other 2 have black and white pictures only Take action now and buy this book by scrolling up and clicking the 'Buy now' button

Download or read book Kumihimo Wire Jewelry written by Giovanna Imperia and published by Potter Craft. This book was released on 2013-07-17 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Download or read book Kumihimo Basics and Beyond written by Rebecca Combs and published by Kalmbach Books. This book was released on 2013-10-21 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Download or read book Fine Art Wire Weaving written by Sarah Thompson and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2015-08-14 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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!

Download or read book Kumihimo Jewelry Simplified written by Rebecca Ann Combs and published by Kalmbach Books. This book was released on 2016-04-18 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Download or read book Kumihimo Wirework Made Easy written by Christina Larsen and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2018-08-08 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Download or read book Woven in Wire written by Sarah Thompson and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2018-07-17 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Weave - Sculpt - Transform Break through the boundaries of traditional wirework jewelry to discover the world of intricate possibilities in Woven in Wire. As you weave, sculpt, and transform wire, award winning jeweler and wirework instructor Sarah Thompson guides you through the steps of achieving spectacular wearable art. Follow along as Sarah shares: • Wire weaving fundamentals and her most prized techniques, helping you become a distinguished wire artist. • Mastering form and symmetry as you create ornate necklaces, rings, bracelets, pendants, and earrings. • The final steps to becoming a wire-weaving master--dismantling and reassembling the woven components for truly transformative jewelry designs. As you work through the techniques and designs in Woven in Wire, your artistic power will grow, your skills will advance, and you will have the confidence to create your own intricate breathtakingly beautiful designs.

Download or read book Wire Weaving Beginner Intermediate Guide Chain Maille Kumihimo Wire Weaving written by Amy Lange and published by . This book was released on 2019-09-18 with total page 349 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you want to learn wire weaving without paying $60 for a single weaving class, then keep reading... Do you want to learn how to make wire woven jewelry, but don't know where to start? Do you want to learn at home, without having to pay $60 for attending a single wire weaving class? Are you unable to make projects that you like, because your local supplier doesn't have some of the materials? Do you want to start without having to break your bank with expensive tools and materials? As a wire weaver, I, the author, also faced such problems. That is why I came up with secret methods that make it easy for you to start wire weaving with just a few basic tools. I will share these secrets inside this book. Note: This book has 4 manuscripts Book 1: Wire Weaving for Beginners: Make Your First Wire Jewelry Project and Learn Basic Wire Weaving Skills Book 2: Intermediate Wire Weaving: How to Make Wire Jewelry Without Splurging on Expensive Metals Book 3: Chain Maille Wire Weaving: How to Make Chain Maille With Affordable Metals and Minimal Tools Book 4: Kumihimo Wire Weaving: How to Make Wire Kumihimo Braids With Affordable Metals and Minimal Tools In this book you will discover: The #1 material you should use to make wire jewelry, that is both inexpensive and easy to work with 3 beginner projects that you can make, wear, and gift to those who are special in your life 4 versatile intermediate wire weaving techniques, that you can use to add your own 'personal touch' to projects The secret tool you should use to measure the gauge of your wire, that has personally made it easier for the author herself 1 handy method to incorporate and show off colorful beads in your projects 1 simple 'hack' that will allow you to never purchase a clasp or earring wire ever again One major mistake that completely ruins expensive base wires in your projects, and how to solve it How to add cabochons to your kumihimo projects 5 classic and versatile kumihimo designs that go well with inexpensive metals How to get a patina finish on your kumihimo projects The biggest mistake you could be making when braiding wire 8 beginner level chain maille patterns to kick start your chain maille journey How to avoid wasting money while buying jump rings An easy way to eliminate ring math for chain maille Plus you will receive not one but 4 free bonuses: The top 5 cheapest chain maille suppliers The #1 low-price metal you should use to make your first kumihimo braid The #1 low-price metal that a beginner should use to make her first chain maille 10 kumihimo 'hacks', that will make your kumihimo learning curve easier But, as a complete beginner, will you be able to make wire jewelry using this book? Yes. This book has been designed to let the beginner pursue her hobby, without feeling like it's too complicated. From beginner projects to wire braids with lush blue cabochons, you will be able to learn a range of designs, even if you have never touched wire before. Note: 2 manuscripts in this book do not have pictures. The other 2 have black and white pictures only Take action now and buy this book by scrolling up and clicking the 'Buy now' button

Download or read book Inventive Wire Weaving written by Susan Barzacchini and published by Kalmbach Publishing Co. This book was released on 2018-06-01 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wire jewelry has been around for centuries and never goes out of style. Wire weaving techniques simply evolve to incorporate the newest materials and trends. All-new Inventive Wire Weaving: 20+ Unique Jewelry Designs focuses on the timeless techniques of wire weaving, wrapping, coiling, and capturing, plus texturing metals and wire. Using these evergreen techniques, designer and instructor Susan Barzacchini showcases metal, beads, lampworked elements, cabochons, and found objects in interesting, beautiful wire jewelry. Whether they use fine silver wire or copper, jewelry makers will be able to create artistic and unique pieces they'll be proud to wear. Each project includes clear and easy-to-understand photos and step-by-step instructions from an experienced wire weaving instructor. Styles cover a wide range of tastes, from delicate and feminine to bold and unusual, and many projects include variations for even more personalization. These artistic necklaces, pendants, earrings, and cuffs will appeal to intermediate wireworkers looking for new project ideas.

Download or read book A Complete Guide to Kumihimo on A Braiding Loom written by Kathy King James and published by . This book was released on 2009-01-23 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A traditional Japanese art form accomplished with modern equipment! 88 pages with everything you need to know to turn contemporary cords and ribbons into beautiful braided creations. Necklaces, friendship bracelets, belts, straps, leashes, keychains, gourd embellishments, and many, many other possibilities! Step-by-step instructions for basic and advanced braiding techniques. Using the widely available handheld KumiLoom and other disks, you'll be creating a masterpiece your first day! The secret of adding beads as you braid is revealed, for one-of-a-kind creations. Many detailed drawings and photographs of the steps and finished products. Convenient 6x9 format slips easily into purse or project bag.

Download or read book How to Make 50 Fabulous Kumihimo Braids written by Beth Kemp and published by B.E.S. Publishing. This book was released on 2016 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Download or read book The Weaving Explorer written by Deborah Jarchow and published by Storey Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2019-11-26 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Weaving is a highly accessible craft — over, under is the basic technique — but the stumbling block for many would-be weavers has been the high cost of a commercial loom. The Weaving Explorer removes that barrier, inviting crafters and artists to try out an amazing range of techniques and creative projects that are achievable with a simple homemade loom, or no loom at all! Weavers Deborah Jarchow and Gwen W. Steege take inspiration from the world of folk weaving traditions, adding a contemporary spin by introducing an unexpected range of materials and home dec projects. From sturdy rag fabric grocery bags to freeform wire baskets, delicately woven thread bracelets to colorful woven rugs, crafters will delight in exploring the opportunities to make their own personal variations on these beautiful — and functional — creations.

Download or read book The Prumihimo Disk written by Pru McRae and published by . This book was released on 2016-10-03 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Beginner s Guide to Kumihimo written by Dorothy Wood and published by David & Charles. This book was released on 2015-01-31 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The renowned jewelry crafter teaches readers how to make beautiful creations using the traditional Japanese braiding technique of Kumihimo. Kumihimo is the centuries-old Japanese artform of creating elegant braids using intricate and beautiful patterns and designs. These braids are then fashioned into all kinds of objects, such as bracelets, necklaces and more. This illustrated guide features step-by-step diagrams and photographs to help you create your own Kumihimo jewelry projects at home. Written by expert jewelry crafter Dorothy Wood, The Beginner’s Guide to Kumihimo covers a range of techniques including flat braids, square braids, honeycomb braids, hollow braids, spiral braids, and braiding with beads. Readers will learn to use different cords and wire, as well as finishing techniques. This volume also features templates to make your own Kumihimo disk and plate, plus a handful of contemporary projects for jewelry and accessories so you can put your newfound braiding skills to use right away.

Download or read book Keiko s Ikebana written by Keiko Kubo and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2013-05-21 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.