Teach Yourself Visually Beadwork

Author : Chris Franchetti Michaels
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2011-06-20
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781118153116

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Teach Yourself VISUALLY Jewelry Making and Beading by Chris Franchetti Michaels Pdf

You've probably coveted jewelry you've seen in artsy boutiques and fashion magazines or envied friends who have the perfect bling to accent everything. With this book, you'll learn to craft designs that are chic but inexpensive. With hundreds of detailed photos, this book covers tools and supplies, bead stringing and weaving, wire wrapping, and more. Terrific projects will get you started and inspire you to create your own jewelry and beadwork designs. Concise two-page lessons show you all the steps to a skill and are ideal for quick review Each skill or technique is defined and described Detailed color photos demonstrate each step Step-by-step instructions accompany each photo Helpful tips provide additional guidance

Author : Chris Franchetti Michaels
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Bead embroidery
ISBN : 9781118083345

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Teach Yourself Visually by Chris Franchetti Michaels Pdf

Photographs and step-by-step instructions explain how to create different types of jewelry using beads and wires, with explanations of basic and advanced techniques.

Author : Chris Franchetti Michaels
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 261 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2009-08-31
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780470454664

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Teach Yourself VISUALLY Beadwork by Chris Franchetti Michaels Pdf

A step-by-step visual guide to off-loom bead weaving This photo-intensive guide is a comprehensive resource for creating off-loom beadwork, from simple stitches that any beginner can do to more advanced techniques that you can work up to as you build your skills. Every page includes detailed color photos and diagrams that make it easy to follow along. You'll learn how to weave the peyote, ladder, brick, square, right angle weave, and herringbone stitches, as well as make beaded netting and create beaded clasps and other decorative details. Plus, you'll get patterns to make modern, stylish pieces, from necklaces, bracelets, and earrings to napkin rings.

Author : Chris Franchetti Michaels
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 631 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-19
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781118236659

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Earrings VISUAL Project Guide by Chris Franchetti Michaels Pdf

30 projects to make one-of-a-kind earrings Earrings are the cornerstone of any woman's jewelry collection. They are among the most popular jewelry-making projects because they are quick to create and don't require a large investment in materials. From simple hoops and drops to intricate clusters and wireworked pieces, this book has earrings to suit every style. From the author of the bestselling Teach Yourself VISUALLY Jewelry Making & Beading, Earrings VISUAL Project Guide includes 30 appealing patterns for a variety of earring styles, plus variations, each one illustrated with step-by-step photos. Features an introductory section covering the tools, materials, and techniques involved in making earrings Includes variations for each project so you can customize earring designs to suit your style Stands apart from the competition by providing step-by-step photos that make it easy to follow along If you're an advanced beginner to intermediate jewelry maker, you'll be inspired by the unique, beautiful jewelry projects in Earrings VISUAL Project Guide.

Author : Sandy Allison
Publisher : Stackpole Books
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2006-02-20
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780811745406

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Basic Jewelry Making by Sandy Allison Pdf

The basics of using beads and wire to create custom pieces. Each technique carefully described and illustrated. Create pieces for yourself and friends, or to sell.

Author : Chris Franchetti Michaels
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2010-07-06
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781101198087

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Selling Your Crafts by Chris Franchetti Michaels Pdf

Get started selling handmade! This straightforward book walks you through the process of preparing your goods for sale, pricing and bookkeeping, finding venues, marketing and promoting your products, and working with customers both online and off—all without quitting your day job. Clear, concise instructions explain everything you need to know to sell crafts effectively in your spare time, and help you decide whether to take selling to the next level. Learn how to: • Find out whether you—and your crafts—are ready to start selling • Set prices to cover your costs and make a profit • Establish a bookkeeping system • Manage dual inventories of parts and finished goods • Discover the best places to sell your crafts in person or on the Internet • Identify the right people to market to • Accept credit cards and process other forms of payment • Start selling wholesale • Stay out of tax and legal trouble • And much more!

Author : Barbara Case
Publisher : David and Charles
Page : 343 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2007-10-19
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780715330579

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Making Jewelry with Gemstone Beads by Barbara Case Pdf

Bead with beautiful gemstones and create dazzling earrings, bracelets, and more—includes over one hundred projects for all skill levels. You can learn to create gorgeous gemstone jewelry with this collection of over one hundred projects, ranging from eye-catching earrings and accessories to exquisite necklaces and bracelets. This beautiful book offers an impressive range of twenty-eight beautiful semi-precious stones (including birthstones) and a glimpse into the fascinating history and mythical properties behind them. Projects range from the simplest stringing to more detailed beadwork to cater for all levels of ability. Discover a variety of versatile ideas that can be adapted for any type of gem or bead—with clear artwork, vivid photos, and easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions.

Author : Sara Withers,Stephanie Burnham
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Beads
ISBN : 0731812484

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Encyclopedia of Beading Techniques by Sara Withers,Stephanie Burnham Pdf

Author : Denise Peck
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 408 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2013-02-15
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781620331934

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101 Wire Earrings by Denise Peck Pdf

Providing detailed descriptions on how to intricately craft stylish wire earrings, this beautifully illustrated guide offers simple yet elegant projects that are inexpensive and easily accomplished. Easy-to-follow instructions and comprehensive definitions guide the jewelry maker through the many elements of wire working, such as headpins, jump rings, hoops, loops, spirals, and ear wires, clearly highlighting the techniques and detailing the quality materials necessary to produce functional and innovative works of wearable art. With a diverse selection of 101 contemporary earring projects submitted from top designers, wire crafters of all skill levels will hone their talents while discovering new and inspirational ideas for producing unique and creative works in one of the fastest growing trends of modern jewelry art.

Author : Karen Rempel
Publisher : Madeira Park, B.C. : Harbour Publishing
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 155017102X

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Complete Beading for Beginners by Karen Rempel Pdf

Everybody's beading! It's easy, it's fun, it doesn't cost much, and in one evening you can make something gorgeous to wear or give, just by learning a few simple techniques. Complete Beading for Beginners shows you how to make your own pins, rings, necklaces, dream catchers, embroidered clothes - even your own beads. Just choose a project, check out the basic directions, and you're on your way. There are lots of diagrams to make it even easier, also trouble shooting guides, information on basic tools and materials, and inspirational tips to get you going on your own designs. There are chapters on Stringing, Earrings, Off-Loom Weaving, Loom Weaving, Beaded Rings, Barrettes, Brooches and Wall Hangings, Bead Embroidery, Making Your Own Beads, Planning and Design, Solutions to Common Beading Problems, Basic Knots, Tools & Materials. Beading is one of the world's oldest arts, and it's one of the newest. So go for it! All you need is this book, your imagination and a handful of beads.

Author : Irina Miech
Publisher : Kalmbach Books
Page : 113 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2013-03-20
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781627000383

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Beautiful Wire Jewelry for Beaders by Irina Miech Pdf

Beautiful Wire Jewelry for Beaders features projects that combine wireworking skills with beaded jewelry design. The book is technique-driven, with chapters on wire fundamentals, terminology, materials, and basic wireworking techniques, and projects that develop the reader’s skills. The projects incorporate gemstones, crystal, glass, and pearls and are designed for both beaders and wireworkers of all skill levels. Beautiful Wire Jewelry for Beaders includes appealing designs — all tested — for necklaces, bracelets, earrings, rings, pins, and jewelry components.

Author : Kimberly Sciaraffa Berlin
Publisher : Kalmbach Books
Page : 98 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2012-11-06
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780871164568

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Build Your Own Wire Pendants by Kimberly Sciaraffa Berlin Pdf

Every jewelry maker will find inspiration for using a favorite focal bead, cabochon, or bead stash in Build Your Own Wire Pendants. Whether using inexpensive craft wire, copper, or sterling silver, aspiring wireworkers will have fun with 20 playful projects that encourage them to pick and choose their favorite techniques. Make a basic frame: hearts, stars, circles, pyramids, and more! Then pick embellishments to add interest and dimension: loops, spirals, bails, sewing with wire — the list goes on! This book is a delightful introduction to making wire pendants.

Author : Suzann Sladcik Wilson
Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2014-08-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781607651147

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Simple Beginnings: Beading by Suzann Sladcik Wilson Pdf

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.

Author : Carolyn Schulz
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2016-10-18
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 0804847509

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Creative Beaded Jewelry by Carolyn Schulz Pdf

Craft colorful and unique jewelry with this Asian-inspired craft book. Bracelets embellished with Chinese floral and butterfly motifs, a gold-and-pearl lariat inspired by the fridges of a Persian carpet, and the popular Shamballa bracelet— these are just a few of the many artful pieces you'll learn to make in this wonderful new DIY jewelry book. Jewelry techniques include: Wire Strung Jewelry Loop & Chain Jewelry Memory Wire Jewelry Knotted Jewelry Elastic Cord Bracelets Suitable for novices and experienced jewelry-making experts alike, some of the projects take just a few minutes to complete, and all of them are fun and inexpensive to do. They result in jewelry that looks great and can be worn anywhere! Most of the 33 jewelry projects in this jewelry making book use materials you can find at any craft store. Each chapter in Creative Beaded Jewelry takes you through the basics of a different stringing method and then sets you on an adventure through the many ways you can use it to create personalized designs.

Author : Chris Franchetti Michaels
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2012-03-06
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781118236604

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More Teach Yourself VISUALLY Jewelry Making by Chris Franchetti Michaels Pdf

The visual way to advance your jewelry making Unlike other crafts that focus on a fairly narrow range of techniques and materials, jewelry making is very broad; the techniques encompass everything from bead stringing to metal stamping to working with different types of clay. More Teach Yourself VISUALLY Jewelry Making picks up where Teach Yourself VISUALLY Jewelry Making & Beading leaves off and gives you even more techniques to create new types of jewelry. Beginning with a concise overview of jewelry making tools and essential techniques, the book gives you technique-specific chapters covering: designing with chain, basic metal work, metal cold connections, sculpting with metal clay, embellishing metal, using adhesives, and working with resin, glaze, and leather. Plus, a chapter of example projects gives you instruction for making 11 unique pieces to add to your jewelry collection. Step-by-step instructions are accompanied by clear, detailed photos Features a collection of appealing patterns using the techniques described Other titles by Chris Franchetti Michaels: Teach Yourself VISUALLY Jewelry Making & Beading, Teach Yourself VISUALLY Beadwork, Beading VISUAL Quick Tips, and Wire Jewelry VISUAL Quick Tips If you're a beginning to intermediate jewelry maker looking to add up-to-the-minute techniques to your repertoire, More Teach Yourself VISUALLY Jewelry Making has you covered.