Download or read book Creative Seed Bead Connections written by Teresa Meister and published by Kalmbach Books. This book was released on 2013-05-20 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Theresa Meister’s fine-scale wirework provides structure, and her beaded patterns bring on the color! Colorful seed beads, pearls, and crystals are used to create delicate jewelry components. Now link all these components together with wirework connections including wire loops, chain, and jump rings. The results are thirteen jewelry sets (each set includes a necklace, bracelet, and earrings) plus variation ideas giving readers a lot of options for exploring techniques. All jewelry makers will find this wearable jewelry to be classy and timeless.
Download or read book Chain and Bead Jewelry Creative Connections written by Scott David Plumlee and published by Potter Craft. This book was released on 2011-01-26 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Far from its original utilitarian use—to create armor—the chain-mail technique has been adapted over time to create beautiful, unique jewelry. In Chain and Bead Jewelry Creative Connections, chain-mail expert Scott David Plumlee shows jewelry makers, beaders, and crafters at all skill levels how to incorporate beads into a variety of chain-mail weaves to create showstopping pieces. First, Plumlee walks readers through basic skills and provides detailed information on traditional chain designs. He then presents more than 20 wire-wrapping and bead-setting techniques that incorporate beads seamlessly into a variety of designs, from the creative “Chaos” wire-wrapped bead to the sinuous Snake. With step-by-step instructions for assembling age-old chain patterns—from simple to complex—and gorgeous designs that can be executed using only simple hand tools, Chain and Bead Jewelry Creative Connections is sure to inspire jewelry artisans at all levels to expand the creative possibilities of their work.
Download or read book Beaded Chain Mail Jewelry written by Dylon Whyte and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2009 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bestselling author and chain mail expert Whyte presents his time-tested, time-saving techniques with more than 30 breathtaking projects, ranging from extremely simple to challenging. Illustrations throughout.
Download or read book Bead on a Wire written by Sharilyn Miller and published by North Light Books. This book was released on 2005-07-26 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beadwork.
Download or read book Creative Seed Bead Connections written by Teresa Meister and published by Kalmbach Books. This book was released on 2013-06-04 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Theresa Meister’s fine-scale wirework provides structure, and her beaded patterns bring on the color! Colorful seed beads, pearls, and crystals are used to create delicate jewelry components. Now link all these components together with wirework connections including wire loops, chain, and jump rings. The results are thirteen jewelry sets (each set includes a necklace, bracelet, and earrings) plus variation ideas giving readers a lot of options for exploring techniques. All jewelry makers will find this wearable jewelry to be classy and timeless.
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 Beadmaille written by Cindy Thomas Pankopf and published by Lark Books (NC). This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jewelry makers--and beaders in particular--are hungry for new ideas, so they'll rejoice in having a brand-new, easy, and gorgeous technique to try! "Beadmaille "offers an entirely unique and beautiful way to craft chain mail-like jewelry, using the simplest of bead-weaving processes to link together metal jump rings in classic patterns. The 25 pieces--bracelets, necklaces, and earrings--all showcase seed beads in luscious colors, and both handmade and commercial jump rings in gold, sterling silver, copper, or bronze.
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: A step-by-step, full-color VISUAL guide to the art of jewelry making A 2006 study found that beading and jewelry making is the nation’s sixth most popular craft. This guide shows readers how to do everything from basic bead stringing to wire wrapping, all in the series’ easy-to-follow, full-color format. The book includes 20 detailed patterns for making earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and more.
Download or read book Beautiful Button Jewelry written by Susan Davis and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2006-03 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Susan Davis shows crafters how to create wonderful vintage-style buttons and turn them into attractive jewellery. The elegant projects are carved and stenciled, and made of such materials as metal, jet glass, pearl, bakelite, and celluloid.
Download or read book Knit with Beads written by Kalmbach Publishing Company and published by Kalmbach Publishing, Co.. This book was released on 2005-05-11 with total page 20 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knitting and beading can blend. Projects include spool-knitted wire and bead jewelry, elegant purses highlighted with beaded fringes, and more.
Download or read book Inspired Wire written by Cynthia Wuller and published by Kalmbach Books. This book was released on 2013-03-20 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Inspired Wire guides wireworkers of all levels through a personal journey of design and creativity. The author mentors the reader, smoothly introducing techniques and skills as they progress together from making simple to sophisticated jewelry. Clear instructions, a unique building-block approach to basics, step-by-step photographs, and an eight-page gallery of the author’s work make this book a stunning addition to any jewelry maker’s collection. 36 projects in all.
Download or read book The Missing Link written by Cindy Wimmer and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2013-10-11 with total page 498 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the most fundamental and versatile--yet overlooked--component of jewelry designâ€"the wire link! Unlike many transient jewelry fads, it is one aspect of jewelry making that is consistent and relevant to nearly every style. Get all the details of essential tools and wire techniques as well as a collection of 30 custom links and step-by-step illustrated instructions for creating them. Join a variety of contributors that have created 15 jewelry projects, each incorporating one or more of author Cindy Wimmer's links. You'll see how any single link holds limitless design and functional possibilities. In addition to creating different links, Cindy will show you how to create different effects with the same link design by using or combining different colored wire, changing wire gauge, or changing the size of the link itself.
Download or read book Wild Wire written by Martin E. Albert and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2011-01-15 with total page 227 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bend it, shape it, and create with one of today’s most versatile craft mediumsâ€"wire! In this hot new book from NSI Innovations and Krause Publications, readers will find more than 50 exciting projects for scrapbooking, creating jewelry, and home decor. Complete introductory material provides a look at the necessary tools and supplies for completing each project, including the Twist 'n Curl, jig, and pliers. Detailed instructions are also included, covering all of the basic techniques needed to create wire beads, jump rings, and jigged designs.
Download or read book Beading with Filigree written by Cynthia Deis and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2008 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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!
Download or read book Bead Soup written by Lori Anderson and published by Kalmbach Books. This book was released on 2012-08-29 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What happens when one energetic, well respected jewelry-making blogger and 26 talented beaders connect through social media and end up swapping their leftovers? You get a mélange of projects bursting with every flavor imaginable! Each designer was given a focal bead, a unique clasp, and coordinating beads, and was charged with creating a dynamic piece of jewelry. These artists push their own boundaries to come up with new combinations and original pieces.
Download or read book Creative Beading Vol 4 written by Editors of Bead&Button Magazine and published by Kalmbach Books. This book was released on 2012-11-19 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Comprised of projects that appeared in Bead&Button magazine between October 2007 and August 2008, the 82 designs in this book have been thoroughly tested by the magazine’s readers and editors. The projects utilize a number of techniques, including stringing, wirework, chain mail, bead crochet, and loom weaving, and they are illustrated by 900 full-color, step-by-step photographic instructions.
Download or read book Jewelry Projects from a Beading Insider written by Cathy Jakicic and published by Kalmbach Books. This book was released on 2013-05-20 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jewelry Projects from a Beading Insider helps beaders to refine their skills and learn how to apply what they know to new, creative projects. Thirty all-new jewelry-making projects, plus alternates, set the tone for this book as fresh, colorful, and playful. These projects are organized into three categories including technique-based projects, material-based projects, and design focused projects. But more than projects, this insider’s guide covers everything that is crucial to beaders such as expert tips, time- and money-saving tricks, inspiration, design trends, techniques, innovative materials and products, and most importantly, fun. The secrets, tips, and tricks are inspirational nuggets and are desirable, must-have ideas for aspiring beaders. Jewelry makers are sure to love this light and fun book that will make them feel like they are getting a private beading lesson from a girlfriend who just happens to be an expert!
