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Make gorgeous jewelry and make a fashion statement. Fill your jewelry box with spectacular statement pieces with the help of
Bead & Wire Fashion Jewelry. Learn basic beading skills and how to combine wire, fabrics, and a range of fanciful materials to make the latest looks in stylish jewelry.
For beginners and experienced jewelry makers. Whether you've never picked up a bead or are skilled and looking to diversify your skills, this book is brimming with amazing jewelry designs.
It covers all the bases, including: - Basic techniques and essential information
- Traditional and the newest bead-and-wirework methods
- Imaginative adornments - working with feathers, fabric, chain, and leather
- 18 innovative, fashion-focused projects.
About the author
Jessica Rose is the Director of London Jewelry School, the UK's largest, independent jewelry training center. She regularly contributes to a number of leading jewelry magazines including
Making Jewellery magazine and
Make Jewellery magazine and recently wrote the
Set up your own Jewellery Business workbook. Jessica is also an experienced teacher, having taught hundres of jewelry-making classes, and is also an experienced jewelry photographer.
Summary
Features 18 fashion-focused pieces for beaders and jewelers of all skill levels to make. With techniques that combine traditional bead and wirework with feathers, fabric, chain and leather, this title includes chapters on: statement necklaces; designer earrings; couture bracelets; blinging rings; and show-stopping sets.
