Teach yourself visually: jewelry making & beading
Book - 2007
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- Published
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Hoboken, NJ :
Wiley Pub
2007.
- Language
- English
- Main Author
- Physical Description
- 290 p. : ill. ; 23 cm
- Bibliography
- Includes bibliographical references (p. 284-285), videography (p. 284), and index.
- ISBN
- 9780470101506
- Chapter 1. Introduction to Jewelry Making and Beading
- Become a Jewelry Artisan
- Beads and Beading Supplies
- Wire and Wirework Supplies
- Macramé Knotting and Braiding Supplies
- Jewelry Findings
- Chapter 2. The Art of Design
- Color Harmony
- Weight, Texture, and Proportion
- Motif and Pattern
- Keep Track of Ideas
- Chapter 3. Basic Bead Stringing Techniques
- Lay Out a Design
- Select a Stringing Material
- Select a Finishing Method
- String and Finish Beading Wire
- String and Finish Beading Cord
- String and Finish Beading Thread
- String and Finish Memory Wire
- Chapter 4. More Advanced Bead Stringing Techniques
- String Multiple Strands
- Knot Between Beads
- Create Beaded Lace, Drops, Fringe, and Tassels
- Use Beads or Buttons in Place of Findings
- Chapter 5. Bead Weaving
- Bead Weaving Patterns
- Select Beads, Thread, and Needle
- Work with Beading Thread for Bead Weaving
- Weave the Basic Off-Loom Stitches
- Weave on a Loom
- Common Finishing Techniques
- Chapter 6. Basic Wirework
- Select Your Wire
- Wirework Safety
- Make Jump Rings, Eye Pins, and Head Pins
- Create Wire-and-Bead Drops and Links
- Make Wire Hook Clasps
- Assemble Some Basic Wire Chains
- Chapter 7. More Advanced Wirework Techniques
- Make a Wrapped Briolette Drop
- Use Double Wire
- Wrap Beads Within a Framework
- Create More Wire Clasps
- Construct Elaborate Wire Chain
- Make a Wire Finger Ring
- Chapter 8. Using a Wire Jig
- Basic Technique
- Make Wire Connectors
- Form Ear Wires
- Wire Jig Patterns
- Chapter 9. Macramé Knotting and Beading
- Cord Terminology
- Set Up a Knotting Board
- Learn the Basic Macramé Knots
- Add Beads Between Macramé Knots
- Braid Cords Together
- Chapter 10. Easy Projects
- Funky Beaded Stretch Bracelet Set
- Hill Tribe Silver and Gemstone Necklace
- Memory Wire and Crystal Heart Finger Ring
- Beaded Square Knot Hemp Bracelet
- Cosmic Crystal Drop Earrings
- Men's Rugged Leather and Bead Necklace
- Celtic Wirework Charm Bracelet
- Even-Count Flat Peyote Stitch Finger Ring
- Dancing Bell Daisy Chain Bookmark
- Chapter 11. Intermediate Projects
- Multi-Strand Tin Cup Anklet
- Beaded Multi-Knot Hemp Choker
- Briolette Pendant Ribbon Necklace
- Gothic Bead Lace Collar Necklace
- Cherry Blossom Loomwork Bracelet
- Byzantine and Turquoise Drop Earrings
- Wirework Bead Cuff Bracelet
- Modern Square Stitch Table Mat
- Beaded Framework Link Bracelet
- Four-Strand Braided Leather Bracelet
- Chapter 12. Expanding Your Horizons
- Choose a Specialized Path
- Find Advanced Help and Training
- Turn Your Hobby into a Business
- Appendix: Reference Materials
- Index