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The Art of Making Hand Beaded Bags by Karen Torrisi Pdf
The Art of Making Hand-Beaded Bags introduces readers to the techniques needed to create beautiful hand-beaded bags.Beading has been a treasured art form for thousands of years, and beaded handbags have always been fashionable accessories. Now, novice and experienced beaders can make there own dazzling beaded bag by following Karen Torrissi's fun, easy patterns and instructions.
Beadwork is the art or craft of attaching beads by stringing them with a sewing needle or beading needle and thread or thin wire or sewing them to cloth. Beads come in a variety of materials, shapes, and sizes. Beads are used to create jewelry or other articles of personal adornment; they are also used in wall hangings and sculptures and many other artworks. Beadwork techniques are broadly divided into loom and off-loom weaving, stringing, bead embroidery, bead crochet, bead knitting, and bead tatting. Beaded purse handles and bags are popularly used for beadwork. Your purse handles are like the icing on the cake. It can either make or break your bag. Sure you can use a conventional strap...if you want a conventional look with conventional returns. But if you are ready to spice up your bag; whether it's a clutch, tote, evening bag, cigar box, briefcase, or structured purse you can benefit from this book: -What simple adjustments can improve the look of my handbag? -How do I increase the value of my purse without breaking the bank? -What type of beads do I need to use on wireframes? -Where can I purchase my beads and wireframes from? -Are there different kinds of wireframes for varying purse styles? -How do I adjust my beads for a great fit? -Can hand-crafted beads work on my handles? -Do I need special tools to create an amazing handle? -Do I have to be a rocket scientist to make this work?
"By applying the time-honoured techniques and traditions of Japanese embroidery, beautiful beaded motifs are brought to life. Discover a whole new world of beading through the pages of this superb book which includes detailed step-by-step diagrams, full descriptions of the techniques involved and fabulous photography. Nine stunning projects are included ranging from simple beginner designs to a sumptuous evening bag."--
How to Make Beaded Bags, Purses and Other Beaded Accessories by Fledgling Studio,John R. Cumbow Pdf
Learn how to make your own vintage-style beaded bags, purses and other beaded accessories. When these designs were originally created, beaded bags were all the rage. It was the Flapper era... The Roaring Twenties. No Thoroughly Modern Girl would have dreamed of going out on the town without bringing along a shimmering beaded bag to hold her personal items. Her outfit just wouldn't be complete without it. Even now... in the 21st Century... A beaded bag makes the perfect accessory when today's Thoroughly Modern Woman goes out for an evening's entertainment. If you've ever tried to locate original beaded items from the 1920s & '30s, you know just how hard it can be to find bags and purses that are still intact... Let alone ones that are still durable enough to be used. And when you do find one in good shape, the asking price is usually SKY HIGH! But what if you could make your own? And what if your newly-made beaded creations could look EXACTLY LIKE THE ORIGINALS? On these pages you'll find a collection of original patterns from the 1920s for making beaded bags, purses and other beaded accessories. This book includes complete step-by-step instructions for more than 35 different beaded projects... beaded purses, pouches, belts and more... utilizing techniques such as beaded knitting, beaded crocheting and loom beading. Each project is illustrated in full-color so you can see exactly what your finished product will look like. And each set of instructions includes a complete list of all the tools and materials you'll need for its creation.
Craft Wisdom & Know-How by The Editors of Lark Books Pdf
The latest addition to the best-selling Wisdom & Know-How series is an all-in-one guide to mastering a variety of popular crafts, from knitting and quilting to ceramics and jewelry making. The fifth book in the popular Wisdom and Know-How series, CraftWisdom & Know-How covers dozens of the most popular crafts in one complete, all-encompassing resource. The book is organized by type of craft and includes Sewing, Knitting, and Other Needlework; Paper Crafts and Bookmaking; Glasswork; Jewelry Making; Pottery and Clay; Mosaics; Candle-making and Decorating; and Woodworking and Furniture Making. The sections are further broken down into chapters that cover specific crafts, each with step-by-step directions and tips for projects for all levels of skill and ability, from beginner to advanced. Hundreds of projects are included, such as Super Sock Monkeys, Crocheted Hats, Etched Glass, One-Afternoon Skirts, and Beading Vintage-Style Jewelry, to name a few. The material is hand-selected from dozens of publications from Lark Books, a leader in craft books. The information is tried, trusted, and true, and provides indispensable instruction and advice from the most accomplished crafters in the world. With hundreds of black-and-white illustrations and photographs, as well as essential resources for materials and tools, Craft Wisdom & Know-How is a must-have book for the aspiring and experienced crafter alike.
American Association of University Women,Harriet A. Byrne,Mary Elizabeth Pidgeon
Author : American Association of University Women,Harriet A. Byrne,Mary Elizabeth Pidgeon Publisher : Unknown Page : 522 pages File Size : 48,6 Mb Release : 1935 Category : Hours of labor ISBN : UIUC:30112038123847
Bead stitchers looking for information and instructions for the major bead stitches will find it all in Bead Stitching Handbook. This complete reference to bead stitching techniques — the only one of its kind just for stitching — includes clear, step-by-step illustrations and instructions for 15 different bead stitches, plus variations and lots of tips. Ideal for advanced beginners and experienced bead stitchers looking for accurate, in-depth information, this all-in-one resource also covers other stitching-related techniques like bead embroidery, soutache, and loomwork. Finally, the book includes information on beading materials, beads, thread, tools, weaves, knots, and much more. Each stitch is demonstrated with easy-to-follow instructions and illustrations, then demonstrated in a sample project so bead stitchers can see and understand how each stitch is applied. All instructions and projects are written by the contributors and editors of Bead&Button magazine, the original and most comprehensive beading magazine available today. This well-organized, 128-page, 7.25" x 9.4" reference manual is the perfect size for beaders to keep in their workspaces. They'll turn to it again and again!
Classic Beaded Purse Patterns by E. de Jong-Kramer Pdf
The author has spent many years collecting antique beaded purses and recording their patterns in chart form. Twenty purses from her collection of designs old and new are featured in this unique book. Many are illustrated in colour
Create gorgeous bags and accessories that make the most of stylish beadwork. 12 original step-by-step projects with techniques ranging from bead embroidery, netting and fringing to tassel-making and even knitting with beads.
