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Informationen zum Autor Sara Withers has worked with beads for many years! as a collector and maker. Her jewelry is sold in galleries! shops! and at exhibitions throughout the United Kingdom. She also enjoys teaching bead- and jewelry-making! and lecturing on all aspects of bead history. She is the author of five books on beadwork. Xuella Arnold trained in 3-D design and has been a jewellery designer and maker for 17 years. As well as exhibiting and selling her designs across the country! she teaches jewellery making with precious metal clay to adults in the South East of England! where she lives. Klappentext Whether you are an experienced jewellery-maker looking to move up to the next level, or a complete beginner, The Encyclopedia of Wire Jewellery Making Techniques is an invaluable resource. Using this book you can: Learn how to manipulate wire to create elegant structural designs for earrings, rings, pendants, necklaces, tiaras and brooches with clear, illustrated instructions Combine wire with beads and stones through threading and wrapping for an intricately embellished look Have fun experimenting with different types of wire, from precious metal to electrical and recycled wires Progress from basic wire-working skills to more advanced techniques, such as making linked jump-ring chains, simple soldering, and using chemicals to alter the wire finish. Zusammenfassung A must-have for anyone who is enthusiastic about making their own jewellery! this book contains all you need to know about using wire to create unusual and striking designs.
