Download or read book Making Jewelry with Gemstone Beads written by Barbara Case and published by David and Charles. This book was released on 2007-10-19 with total page 343 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bead with beautiful gemstones and create dazzling earrings, bracelets, and more—includes over one hundred projects for all skill levels. You can learn to create gorgeous gemstone jewelry with this collection of over one hundred projects, ranging from eye-catching earrings and accessories to exquisite necklaces and bracelets. This beautiful book offers an impressive range of twenty-eight beautiful semi-precious stones (including birthstones) and a glimpse into the fascinating history and mythical properties behind them. Projects range from the simplest stringing to more detailed beadwork to cater for all levels of ability. Discover a variety of versatile ideas that can be adapted for any type of gem or bead—with clear artwork, vivid photos, and easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions.
Download or read book Designing Jewelry with Semiprecious Beads written by Kim Gover and published by Interweave. This book was released on 2009-04-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn to string beautiful jewelry using glass beads, pearls, and semiprecious stones with this all-in-one bead directory and design guide. Featuring more than 75 projects from a selection of international designers, this resource teaches crafters foolproof rules for successful designs including bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and brooches. Beginning with simple stringing examples that are cross-referenced to the relevant technique, each project includes beautiful photography, step-by-step instructions, a shopping list of all the main components, and a unique easy-to-follow stringing diagram, making this an ideal companion for the beginning designer, more seasoned beaders in need of a refresher, and veteran crafters.
Download or read book Making Jewelry with Gemstone Beads written by Barbara Case and published by David & Charles. This book was released on 2007-11-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Combines the popular craft of beading with beautiful semi-precious stones, which are collected by many. Features a variety of versatile ideas which can be adapted for any type of gem or bead. Readers will learn to reate beautiful gemstone jewelry with this dazzling collection of over 100 projects, ranging from eyecatching earrings and accessories to exquisite necklaces and bracelets. This beautiful book offers an impressive range of 28 beautiful semi-precious stones (including birthstones) and a glimpse into the fascinating history and mythical properties behind them. Projects range from the simplest stringing to more detailed beadwork to cater for all levels of ability. Clear artworks, beautiful photographs and easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions ensure flawless results.
Download or read book Simply Gemstones written by Nancy Alden and published by Potter Craft. This book was released on 2009 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Celebrities and fashion runways are glittering with gemstones, more than ever these days. But for the growing hordes of jewellery makers, gemstones can prove very daunting to work with. Nancy Alden of the popular Beadworks series gives readers a full introduction to the craft and, in her typical fashion, takes all the anxiety out of the process. Readers will learn how to create stunning gemstone earrings, necklaces and bracelets - with a gem and corresponding project to complement any look. Plus today s wide availability and competitive pricing of precious and semi-precious stones, makes what had once been exclusive, expensive projects completely doable.
Download or read book Making Designer Gemstone and Pearl Jewelry written by Tammy Powley and published by Quarry Books. This book was released on 2003 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: - Simple techniques for making fabulous gemstone and pearl jewelry at home- Projects include bracelets, anklets, earrings, necklaces, and more- Features extensive information on the folklore and healing powers of gemstones and a comprehensive resource section of supplies
Download or read book Teach Yourself VISUALLY Jewelry Making and Beading written by Chris Franchetti Michaels and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-06-20 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You've probably coveted jewelry you've seen in artsy boutiques and fashion magazines or envied friends who have the perfect bling to accent everything. With this book, you'll learn to craft designs that are chic but inexpensive. With hundreds of detailed photos, this book covers tools and supplies, bead stringing and weaving, wire wrapping, and more. Terrific projects will get you started and inspire you to create your own jewelry and beadwork designs. Concise two-page lessons show you all the steps to a skill and are ideal for quick review Each skill or technique is defined and described Detailed color photos demonstrate each step Step-by-step instructions accompany each photo Helpful tips provide additional guidance
Download or read book Beading with Gemstones written by Valerie MacCarthy and published by Sterling Publishing Company. This book was released on 2007 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beading doesn’t get more elegant than this, with such gleaming gems as amethyst, quartz, and lapis lazuli. Val�rie MacCarthy--whose work graces the pages of high fashion magazines around the world--has created a magnificent collection of sophisticated, unique jewelry. The 30 projects include bracelets, earrings, necklaces and rings, and they tend to the playful and colorful. In addition, an entire section is dedicated to the different stones and their properties, including their spiritual and healing aspects. But what will really entice intermediate jewelers, beaders, and other general crafters are the pieces themselves: a balloon ring, festooned with seed pearls; chandelier earrings with sparkling, dangling stones; and a fireworks necklace of citrine, peridot, and apatite. Introductory chapters present all the gems, tools, and techniques used in the pieces. A Selection of the Crafter's Choice Book Club.
Download or read book Making Bead Wire Jewelry written by Dawn Cusick and published by Lark Books. This book was released on 2002 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explains the techniques involved in making bead and wire jewelry, discusses tools and materials, and features illustrated instructions for seventy-five projects, including necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and pins.
Download or read book Making Des Gemstone pearl Jewelry written by and published by . This book was released on with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: - Simple techniques for making fabulous gemstone and pearl jewelry at home- Projects include bracelets, anklets, earrings, necklaces, and more- Features extensive information on the folklore and healing powers of gemstones and a comprehensive resource section of supplies
Download or read book Bead Meets Metal written by Kay Rashka and published by Kalmbach Books. This book was released on 2013-04-22 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Come take the journey with Kay as she shows you how to begin adding soldering, dapping, sawing, and other skills from the metalsmith’s repertoire into your beading. Kay’s projects will also show beginner metalworkers how to incorporate the rich, colorful, sumptuous look that semiprecious beads bring to metal jewelry. These necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and pendants present such a complete range of techniques, all fully and beautifully illustrated with step-by-step photos. You’ll be amazed at the eye candy you can create!
Download or read book Jewelry Making Beading For Dummies written by Heather Dismore and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-03-04 with total page 358 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Features step-by-step projects and full-color examples Create unique jewelry to wear with everything from jeans to a ball gown! Want to make your own jewelry? This easy-to-follow guide gives you lots of hands-on instruction in making simple, fabulous jewelry and working with beads. From wire wrapping and knotting to weaving and polishing, you'll get all the skills you need to make necklaces, bracelets, earrings, pins, key chains, wine charms and items for the home. Discover how to * Create funky and elegant designs * Work with leather, silver, and stones * String, knot, and weave beads * Avoid common mistakes * Host a trendy jewelry party
Download or read book Beading Design with Semi Precious Stones written by Kim Gover and published by . This book was released on 2009-03-01 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Helps you to learn how to craft beautiful handmade jewellery using a variety of beads - from seed beads to glass beads, pearl to semi-precious stones, including quartz, turquoise, lapis lazuli, amber, amethyst and coral. This work features the techniques needed to transform beautiful beads and stones into stunning accessories.
Download or read book Precious Jewellery written by Cheryl Owen and published by IMM Lifestyle Books. This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Check out any red carpet or catwalk and it's clear: jewelry makes or breaks an outfit. Now, longtime crafter Cheryl Owen shows how easy it is to make stunning necklaces, earrings, brooches, bracelets, and rings that will compliment any ensemble. Her contemporary collection of 25 designs features a fabulous range of readily available semi-precious beads and stones: pearls, Swarovski crystals, and gems, along with silver- or gold-plated findings and wire. A techniques section covers all the basics, and each project is shown in full step-by-step detail. Beautifully modeled pieces provide the extra inspiration to complete these individual treasures.
Download or read book Bead Jewelry 101 written by Karen Mitchell and published by Quarry Books. This book was released on 2019-09-03 with total page 203 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bead Jewelry 101, now in paperback, is a complete entry-level course for creating beaded jewelry taught through 30 step-by-step projects that demonstrate fundamental methods for stringing and wirework. Have you always wanted to try jewelry making but aren’t sure where to begin? Bead Jewelry 101 teaches you everything you need to know to create beautiful jewelry with beads. The Basics walks you through all the tools, materials, and basic construction techniques you’ll use for the projects. The Projects are organized by various findings, or jewelry elements, so you’ll learn new techniques and build new skills with every piece you make. Beautiful variations will inspire you to create your own designs. Beginners will also find the accompanying online videos that capture the techniques in action an invaluable resource. Written specifically for beginners, the books in the 101 series are complete illustrated guides to the basics of a craft that use projects presented with full-color, step-by-step instructions and photos to teach essential techniques.
Download or read book Making Designer Seed Bead Stone and Crystal Jewelry written by and published by . This book was released on with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Weaving tiny glass seed beads into jewelry is an ancient form of jewelry making dating back to early Native Americans and prehistoric African tribes. Today, "seed beading," also known as "bead weaving" is extremely popular. By combining traditional seed bead techniques with a variety of other jewelry methods, jewelry makers can dramatically expand the type of seed bead jewelry they make. From learning established seed bead stitches to mastering a few simple wire and stringing steps, this book shows beginners through advanced bead weavers how to make seed bead jewelry with a designer flair. Beginners will find enough detailed instructions to help them get started with the craft while more advanced jewelry makers will find it helpful because it will provide new ideas for using stitches in different ways, allowing them to incorporate stone and crystal beads instead of using seed beads alone for their jewelry designs. The author takes the reader on a tour of bead weaving including providing information about the different kinds of seed beads including sizes and types, plus descriptions of the various supplies needed. She doesn't limit her discussion to only two types of stitches, but provides instructions for ten different stitches before delving into the how-to's for ten different breathtaking jewelry projects, including diamond coral and gaspeite earrings, a lacey emerald anklet, radiant zircon earrings, and much more.
Download or read book Handcrafting Chain And Bead Jewelry written by Scott David Plumlee and published by Clarkson Potter. This book was released on 2006 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Handcrafting Chain and Bead Jewelry shows how to create beautiful, dimensional silver, copper, and brass chains using simple tools. The main style is based on the elegant, classical Byzantine pattern, and uses the Golden Ratio to determine the circumference of a chain’s interlocking rings based on the thickness of the wire. Illustrated step-by-step directions show how to calculate the circumference of the rings, how to wrap wire into coils, how to cut, and finally, how to assemble the chain. Starting from the basic Byzantine, new chain makers can then progress to increasingly Byzantine variations, including linear, knot, crown, and combination chains. Incorporating beads and charms offers endless possibilities for crafters who will soon, surely, be locked up in chains!
Download or read book Making Designer Jewelry from Hardware Gems and Beads written by Nicole Noelle Sherman and published by Quarry Books. This book was released on 2008-07-01 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 25 gorgeous how-to projects Interest in beading and jewelry-making continues to grow. Making Designer Jewelry from Hardware, Beads, and Gems offers DIY crafters and jewelry-makers a fun, funky approach to jewelry constructed from not only glass beads, pearls, and semi-precious gemstones, but shows how to incorporate simple stainless steel, aluminum, copper, brass and tin hardware, such as nuts, bolts, washers, and tubing, into stunning, innovative, and modern jewelry pieces. Using hardware in jewelry has become popular, and features an aesthetic twist that mixes "high" and "low" --inexpensive and common metal hardware with favorite bead-store jewels.
