The Absolute Beginners Guide: Making Wire Jewelry

The Absolute Beginners Guide: Making Wire Jewelry
Author: Martine Callaghan
Publisher: Kalmbach Books
Total Pages: 98
Release: 2012-08-29
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0871167727

Get wrapped up in The Absolute Beginners Guide: Making Wire Jewelry, the fourth book in the successful Absolute Beginners Guide series. This user-friendly wireworking primer takes readers through the basics of wire types, tools, findings and more. Then it's on to progressive, fun-to-make projects designed to teach fundamental techniques and build confidence every step of the way. Wireworkers will learn how to open and close jump rings, make head pins and earring wires, create wire spirals, wrap, coil, and more! Variations for each project give readers the chance to experiment with many techniques. Aspiring wireworkers will learn, practice, and reinforce skills with a rewarding result: fun, wearable wire jewelry!

Beading for the Absolute Beginner

Beading for the Absolute Beginner
Author: Jean Power
Publisher: Absolute Beginner Craft
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016-03
Genre: Bead embroidery
ISBN: 9781782212669

There are 25 projects ranging from earrings and necklaces to keyrings, watchbands andbrooches. The clear, step-by-step photography and no-nonsense, easy-to-follow text make this book perfect for the absolute beginner.

So Easy...Beading

So Easy...Beading
Author: Liz Thornton
Publisher: Macmillan
Total Pages: 96
Release: 2006-09-19
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780312359249

Readers will learn to bead with this photographic step-by-step guide in an easy to use, stand-up easel format.

The Basics of Bead Stringing

The Basics of Bead Stringing
Author: Debbie Kanan
Publisher: Bourget Bros
Total Pages: 82
Release: 2001-01-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780961535315

Best-seller! Addresses the most common and popular questions of those who would like to begin designing and producing their own jewelry. Step-by-step lessons are given with wire techniques, how to use leather or satin cords and the different types of beads available.

The Absolute Beginners Guide: Stringing Beaded Jewelry

The Absolute Beginners Guide: Stringing Beaded Jewelry
Author: Karin Buckingham
Publisher: Kalmbach Books
Total Pages: 97
Release: 2012-08-29
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0871167204

Absolute Beginners Guide: Stringing Beaded Jewelry, the first book in the Absolute Beginners Guide series, is a comprehensive introduction to stringing. Presented in a warm, reassuring tone, this book provides easy-to-follow instructions designed for someone who is just learning the craft. Readers feel informed, but not overwhelmed, by the explanation of the basic tools and supplies for beading, how to choose them in a bead store, and by suggestions for setting up a simple working area. The first projects are very easy, teaching stringing a repeating pattern and using graduated beads. Then it moves into more complex projects including using connectors and knotting techniques. This true introductory manual is written with friendliness and approachability.

Designing Bead and Wire Jewelry

Designing Bead and Wire Jewelry
Author: Renata Graham
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
Total Pages: 144
Release: 2011-09-27
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780312591373

Every beader knows the seductive pleasures of the bead shop. And once you've got your purchases home: what then? -How do you put it all together to create a beautiful piece? -What shapes fit?-Will crystal work well with wood?-Malachite with metallic? -Can you set luster against luster, or will luster against matte work better?-How many spacers between state beads?-Should your design be symmetrical?-And what about the rhythm of the piece?-Will it sit still or shift and sway?-Do you want glam or boho?-Drama or harmony?-Big clasp or small clasp? Designing Bead and Wire Jewelry answers all of these questions, and many others that bead jewelry designers are likely to encounter. It is the must-have guide to the key design principles for beautiful beaded jewelry. And what's more, the book lets you test all this out with 20 wonderful patterns and projects.

First Time Jewelry Making

First Time Jewelry Making
Author: Tammy Powley
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA
Total Pages: 131
Release: 2019-03-26
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1631596993

Learn to create your own amazing designs with the expert guidance of jewelry-maker Tammy Powley. These detailed descriptions of materials and easy step-by-step instructions for a variety of techniques will have you making earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and more in no time! First Time Jewelry Making guides you through the basics for a variety of jewelry mediums and methods, from bead stringing and wirework to chain making, metalwork, resin, and more. Simple projects like the Red Rhapsody Beaded Chain Bracelet, the Silver Metal Clay Link Earrings, and the Japanese Paper Ladybug Resin Pendant introduce you to skills you’ll use often as you continue to learn about and explore jewelry making. With First Time Jewelry Making, you’ll soon be creating your own jewelry designs with confidence.

Simple Beginnings: Beading

Simple Beginnings: Beading
Author: Suzann Sladcik Wilson
Publisher: Design Originals
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781574214154

Learning to make your own jewelry is easy with the step-by-step instructions in Simple Beginnings: Beading. Author Suzann Sladcik Wilson teaches you everything you need to know to bring out your inner jewelry designer. By learning about the different varieties of beads and becoming familiar with stringing materials, findings, and clasps, you'll soon discover there is no wrong way to design earrings, necklaces, and bracelets- only your way.

Bewitching Bead & Wire Jewelry

Bewitching Bead & Wire Jewelry
Author: Suzanne J. E. Tourtillott
Publisher: Lark Crafts
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013
Genre: CRAFTS & HOBBIES
ISBN: 9781454707561

These 40 fun projects rings, bracelets, earrings, necklaces, cuffs will inspire wire workers, beaders, and all types of creative crafters. Written by Suzanne Tourtillott, author of the highly successful "Contemporary Bead & Wire Jewelry" (Lark), this stunning collection showcases contemporary and beautiful pieces in a wide range of styles. Readers will learn everything from assembling handmade links into chain, to wire wrapping gemstones, and even light forging. A comprehensive basics section helps novices achieve success."