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Language
English
Formats
Description
Throughout history, precious stones have inspired passions and poetry, quests and curses, sacred writings and unsacred actions. In this scintillating book, journalist Victoria Finlay embarks on her own globe-circling search for the real stories behind some of the gems we prize most. Blending adventure travel, geology, exciting new research, and her own irresistible charm, Finlay has fashioned a treasure hunt for some of the most valuable, glamorous,...
Author
Series
Publisher
Lark Jewelry & Beading
Pub. Date
[2013]
Physical Desc
131 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
Presents instructions for thirty-two jewelry-making projects, incorporating unusual techniques and such materials as fabric, clay, seeds, feathers, and plastic. Designed for general crafters, jewelry makers, and Ray's legion of fans, these stunning pieces feature a range of techniques, from Aimee's popular embroidery on felt to tiny needle-felted terrariums in a necklace. Ray even includes the hot new trend of making and using molded cabochons!
Author
Publisher
Firefly Books
Pub. Date
2013.
Physical Desc
160 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm
Language
English
Description
Shows the reader how to fix common mistakes, improvise tools and discover ways to save money, such as recycling gold and other precious metal scraps, as well as beading, setting a stone, understanding annealing, soldering silver chain, and how to experiment and innovate to create unique jewelry designs. The topics and methods covered enable any jewelry maker to achieve a striking and professional look to their earrings, necklaces, rings and more....
Author
Publisher
St. Martin's Griffin
Pub. Date
[2011]
Edition
First U.S. edition.
Physical Desc
143 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm
Language
English
Description
Presents instructions and projects for creating a variety of bead and wire jewelry, with information on the design process, texture and finishes, color, beads, and other materials.
Author
Publisher
Running Press
Pub. Date
[2013]
Physical Desc
160 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm
Language
English
Description
Presents an introduction to beadwork, with detailed, step-by-step explanations of beginner and advanced techniques, instructions for twelve projects, and a gallery of finished works by professional artists.
Author
Publisher
Taunton Press, Inc
Pub. Date
2016.
Physical Desc
187 pages ; 26 cm
Language
English
Description
Susan Beal has created a standout sequel to her jewelry-making bestseller, and, just like its predecessor, Bead Sparkle aims to delight readers with more than 100 great jewelry designs to make. The book features necklaces, bracelets, earrings and everyday pretties that add a little something special to a regular morning, as well as fanciful designs ideal for a party or a wedding. Incorporating new and vintage pearls, crystals, gemstones, charms, and...
Author
Publisher
Barron's
Pub. Date
2015.
Edition
First edition for North America.
Physical Desc
144 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm
Language
English
Description
"In Ancient Worlds, Modern Beads, ancient inspirations meld with contemporary styles to create stunning jewelry projects for today's beading enthusiast. Author vanPelt offers readers 30 craft projects that are just perfect for both novice and experienced beaders."--provided by Amazon.com.
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