Inventive Metal Clay for Beaders

Inventive Metal Clay for Beaders
Author: Irina Miech
Publisher: Kalmbach Books
Total Pages: 113
Release: 2013-03-20
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1627000399

Beaders will love learning how to create their own silver jewelry components in this third book by Irina Miech, author of Metal Clay for Beaders and More Metal Clay for Beaders. Get step-by-step instruction in metal clay, plus learn complementary techniques such as enameling and keum boo (applying gold foil). Full beading instructions included. Projects for all skill levels, plus bonus variations!

Metal Clay And Mixed Media Jewelry

Metal Clay And Mixed Media Jewelry
Author: Sherri Haab
Publisher: Clarkson Potter
Total Pages: 170
Release: 2007
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780823030620

Metal clay starts as clay and turns into metal. Does it get any more magical? Now it does—withMetal Clay and Mixed Media Jewelry. Author Sherri Haab takes this compelling material, today's hottest craft item, to the next level, brilliantly combining it with other media ranging from the timeless to the unexpected. Ribbons, gold leaf, pottery shards, transparent resin, polymer clay, leather, and more are used to create stunning jewelry. Beautiful photography showcases these innovative pieces, and full step-by-step instructions make it easy to re-create them. New formulations of metal clay and newly developed firing techniques are presented clearly so that crafters can achieve professional results. Sophisticated enough for artists yet simple enough for beginners,Metal Clay and Mixed Media Jewelryis the only book that blends metal clay with such a variety of mixed media to make magic. • Follow-up to the best-sellingArt of Metal Clay—over 35,000 copies sold! • Author has sold more than two million books! • Metal clay is hot with crafters, artists—anyone who wants to try alchemy

Metal Clay Beads

Metal Clay Beads
Author: Barbara Becker Simon
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 148
Release: 2009
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781600590252

When you combine two bestselling topics like metal clay and beading and then add one of the most talented and respected artists in the business, you've got a winning combination. In this unique, comprehensive reference, Barbara Becker Simon treats readers to 22 outstanding metal clay bead projects.

Irina's Metal Clay Collection for Beaders

Irina's Metal Clay Collection for Beaders
Author: Irina Miech
Publisher: Kalmbach Books
Total Pages: 113
Release: 2013-07-02
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0871167840

Irina Miech chooses her favorite projects from her four, successful metal clay books in this “best of” collection. She is also adding value with three new projects to the book, for a total of 23 great projects. Pendants, rings, necklaces, bracelets, and earrings are made from precious metal clay and combined with gemstones, pearls, crystals, and beads to make beautiful jewelry pieces. Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, detailed process photography, and Irina’s signature style set this book apart. Everybody will jump at this second chance to discover these wonderful designs, all in one book!

Beautiful Wire Jewelry for Beaders

Beautiful Wire Jewelry for Beaders
Author: Irina Miech
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
Total Pages: 114
Release: 2009
Genre: Beadwork
ISBN: 0871162644

"Twenty-one projects show you how to combine wireworking skills with beaded jewelry design. The unique range of projects use a wide variety of beads and cabochons, giving you plenty of opportunities to explore your creativity and expand your wireworking skills"--The publisher

Pure Silver Metal Clay Beads

Pure Silver Metal Clay Beads
Author: Linda Kaye-Moses
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA
Total Pages: 161
Release: 2011-01-04
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1616732903

Precious metal clay (PMC) is an innovative material that combines the workability of clay with the beautiful finish and durability of precious metals. The material is easy to manipulate and shape by hand to make beads for bracelets, necklaces, and other jewelry. This book contains fifteen projects for creating fine silver beads and a design gallery of 25 additional jewelry pieces. Intro chapters include information about tools and techniques. Projects are organized workshop-style, to build skills cumulatively.

Metal Clay for Beaders

Metal Clay for Beaders
Author: Irina Miech
Publisher: Kalmbach Books
Total Pages: 97
Release: 2012-11-19
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0871164620

Beaders will learn how to shape, texture, stamp, cut, and mold easy-to-use metal clay into gorgeous jewelry that they can embellish! This guide to getting started with this amazing material includes 14 projects—custom pendants, findings, rings, and more—with complete step-by-step instructions and full-color photography. First in a series by author, artist, and bead-store owner Irina Miech.

Easy Beading Vol. 7

Easy Beading Vol. 7
Author: BeadStyle magazine
Publisher: Kalmbach Books
Total Pages: 257
Release: 2012-08-29
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0871167603

Even after seven years, readers will continue to find exciting and unique ideas in this delicious compilation of more than 80 of the best projects from the seventh year of BeadStyle magazine. Using only accessible techniques such as stringing and simple wire skills, readers can quickly and easily make a stash of necklaces, bracelets and earrings to accent their favorite clothes. Great photos and step-by-step instructions with call-outs help teach readers techniques and design ideas.

Easy Beading Vol. 6

Easy Beading Vol. 6
Author: BeadStyle magazine
Publisher: Kalmbach Books
Total Pages: 257
Release: 2012-08-29
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1627000194

This volume of the Easy Beading series includes more than 80 stylish beading projects. Each chapter is broken down by material such as crystals, gemstones, glass and ceramics, metal and chain, mixed media, and pearls and shells. Although aimed at beginners and full of clear directions and step-by-step photos, these stylish projects and diverse styles also appeal to more advanced beaders. Featuring a thoroughly illustrated beader’s glossary and a basics section that reviews techniques necessary for many beading projects, this collection of fast, fashionable, and fun projects teaches readers a variety of techniques and design ideas.

Chic and Easy Beading, Vol. 3

Chic and Easy Beading, Vol. 3
Author: Editors of Bead&Button Magazine
Publisher: Kalmbach Books
Total Pages: 145
Release: 2012-08-29
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1627000267

The 56 projects in this third volume in the series are simple and stunning, and most can be completed within a few hours. They cover a variety of accessories from necklaces and bracelets to earrings and rings. A color photograph of the finished piece and a quick intro for inspiration precede the step-by-step instructions. The editors include a section of basics to get novices started. Individual projects include a luxurious scarf necklace, a multistrand twist bracelet, turning wheel earrings, and a lovely silver cascade jewelry set.