Bead And Wire Jewelry Exposed

Bead And Wire Jewelry Exposed
Author: Margot Potter
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 301
Release: 2008-12-17
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1440314489

In Bead and Wire Jewelry Exposed, well-known designers Katie Hacker, Fernando DaSilva and Margot Potter offer over 50 high-fashion jewelry pieces made using unique techniques that reveal typically hidden components such as beading wire, cording, findings, tubing and chain as the central focus of the design. While the pieces may look complex, the techniques are simple enough for beginners - yet sophisticated enough for the veteran jewelry crafter. A comprehensive getting started section provides information on the supplies, tools and techniques you'll need to make all of the projects in the book.

Fine Art Wire Weaving

Fine Art Wire Weaving
Author: Sarah Thompson
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 177
Release: 2015-08-14
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1632500272

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!

New Dimensions in Bead and Wire Jewelry

New Dimensions in Bead and Wire Jewelry
Author: Margot Potter
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 307
Release: 2011-06-30
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1440318999

Shaping wire + beading wire = a whole new dimension! New Dimensions in Bead and Wire Jewelry brings shaping and beading wire together to create stunning sculptural designs. From necklaces and bracelets, to rings, earrings and tiaras, jewelry maven Margot Potter shows you how to coil, wrap, weave and sculpt 30 wire-based projects. In addition, inspirational variations on the projects provide even more reason to get wrapped up in wire. Features: • Combine shaping wire with beading wire in innovative ways to create jewelry with movement, depth and dimension. • Employ a variety of classic wire-working methods, including wire wrapping, twisting, coiling, chain maille and more. • Love beads? You won't be disappointed. Adorn your creations with crystal, metal, Lucite and vintage beads to add your own brand of signature sparkle. Start adding depth, dimension and intrigue to your jewelry designs today with New Dimensions in Bead and Wire Jewelry.

Live Wire Jewelry

Live Wire Jewelry
Author: Katie Hacker
Publisher: North Light Books
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2012-02-09
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781440312786

Colorful wire jewelry with a twist! Warm, vibrant copper or cool, soothing blue—there's no doubt that color inspires us to create. Katie Hacker's Live Wire Jewelry colors your world with 30 dynamic designs, all featuring vibrant hues of colored wire. Coil, wrap, loop, weave and twist your way to dazzling necklaces, elegant earrings and playful bracelets. Dressed up or dressed down, the designs in Live Wire Jewelry are sure to make you sparkle and shine. Inside you'll find: 30 brilliant, colorful jewelry designs An in-depth course in wire-working, from types and gauges of wire to instructions on how to make jump rings, links, hooks, bundled wire beads and more Variations that demonstrate how to translate ideas from the projects into your own unique creations Add a spark of creativity and color to your wardrobe with the high-voltage designs in Live Wire Jewelry!

Elegant Knotted Jewelry

Elegant Knotted Jewelry
Author: Becky Meverden
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 275
Release: 2009-08-19
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1440315507

Explore Maedeup, the ancient art of Korean knotting. Now you can discover the beautiful, traditional craft of maedeup, as you create gorgeous jewelry projects using colorful cording and beads. Author Becky Meverden first shows you how to create the knots themselves, then how to use them in projects from a simple pair of knotted earrings to an intricate dragonfly necklace and a modern wire plus cord watch. Elegant Knotted Jewelry includes everything you'll need to know to create your own maedeup jewelry: • Step-by-step instructions that guide you through tying 10 traditional Korean knots • 30 beautiful, elegant projects incorporating the techniques you've learned, updating this traditional art for the 21st Century • Tips on designing and planning your own original maedeup jewelry—information on everything from how to calculate the amount of cording you'll need to how to tighten the knots • Insight into the history and culture behind the craft Whether you're a knowledgeable knot crafter or new to knots, Elegant Knotted Jewelry will inspire you to explore the world of Korean knots and create beautiful maedeup jewelry.

Bead Chic

Bead Chic
Author: Margot Potter
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 287
Release: 2010-07-05
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1440310424

Bead Chic, Chic You Bead Chic will show you how to take inspiration that you love and forge your own creative path. After learning basic jewelry techniques, you'll be launched into 36 gorgeous projects. Each project comes with a variation, so you'll learn how easy it is to adapt virtually any project to suit your individual style, making you your own designer. • Each of 36 stepped-out projects features an inspiring variation, including some from today's hottest jewelry makers, including Jean Campbell, Tammy Powley, Cathie Filian and more. • Clear step-by-step photography and instructions allow beaders of all skill levels create projects exactly "as-is" in the book, while variations show how swapping out just one or two elements can make an entirely different look. • You'll get to play with beads, a variety of stringing materials—from coated wire, to shapeable wire to commercial chain—and findings, all easily found at local and online craft retailers. Let Bead Chic bring out the designer in you!

Live Wire Jewelry

Live Wire Jewelry
Author: Katie Hacker
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 298
Release: 2012-01-12
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1440312842

Colorful wire jewelry with a twist! Warm, vibrant copper or cool, soothing blue—there's no doubt that color inspires us to create. Katie Hacker'sLive Wire Jewelry colors your world with 30 dynamic designs, all featuring vibrant hues of colored wire. Coil, wrap, loop, weave and twist your way to dazzling necklaces, elegant earrings and playful bracelets. Dressed up or dressed down, the designs in Live Wire Jewelry are sure to make you sparkle and shine. Inside you'll find: • 30 brilliant, colorful jewelry designs • An in-depth course in wire-working, from types and gauges of wire to instructions on how to make jump rings, links, hooks, bundled wire beads and more • Variations that demonstrate how to translate ideas from the projects into your own unique creations Add a spark of creativity and color to your wardrobe with the high-voltage designs in Live Wire Jewelry!

Modern Expressions

Modern Expressions
Author: Fernando Dasilva
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 194
Release: 2010-12-14
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1440313989

Modern Designs. Fabulous Results. It's all about the jewelry, dah-ling! Designer Fernando Dasilva puts the spotlight on high fashion with necklaces, bracelets and earrings that exude elegance and radiate haute couture. Drawing inspiration from vibrant color palettes, 80s art deco and fashion-forward findings, these pieces won't just enhance your wardrobe–they'll make it! • 25 designer projects that fuse popular findings, such as crystals, gemstones and heavy chain, with unique and exotic elements, such as sponge beads, puzzle beads and crystal yarn. • 15 fashion sketches show you not just how to wear the pieces but totally rock them. Pair these daring pieces with an outfit that's already in your closet with easy-wear tips. • Helpful techniques and designer tips make it easy to create funky, fashionable and fabulous pieces! Create your own collection of glamorous pieces, and walk (and rock) your own runway!

Creative Seed Bead Connections

Creative Seed Bead Connections
Author: Teresa Meister
Publisher: Kalmbach Books
Total Pages: 113
Release: 2013-05-20
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0871167794

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.