A piece of unique, handmade jewelry is always more special than something storebought--so why not learn how to make your own? This beautifully illustrated book shows you how to work with beads to make your own bespoke bracelets, necklaces, brooches, and more. Begin with Simple Jewelry Designs and projects you can make in less than an hour. Next, create Fabulous Focals from mixed media like plymer clay, resin, and pewter. In the Multi-Strand chapter, choose from bracelets, earings, and necklaces, all with multiple chains and cordings. In Bead Weaving, learn the ancient Japanese Peyote stitch, which is easy and versatile. get handy with Wire Wrapping, then try out some fabulous Knotted Designs. The Techniques chapter gives all the essentials, from specific stitches to using jump rings and crimp beads, plus embellishments such as tassels. Clear, step-by-step instructions make this book suitable for beginners as well as more experienced jewelry-makers. Each piece can be made quickly and easily, so you'll have your own collection in no time.
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LINDA PETERSON has been a professional arts and crafts designer for the past 16 years, known for her whimsical figurines and miniatures. Now her interests lie in creating unique jewelry using hand-made beads. She has written seven books on the subject, and travels internationally teaching beading and jewelry-making techniques. Her designs have appeared in numerous magazines and advertising campaigns. She is an award-winning designer, author, and TV personality.
She is the author of How To Make Polymer Clay Beads, also published by CICO.
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