The Beader's Workbook
More than 50 Beading Projects for Jewelry and Accessories
Published on 25. September 2013
Book
Paperback/Softback
160 pages
978-1-4402-3873-4 (ISBN)
Description
Learn the essentials of beading with more than 50 easy-to-follow projects. The Beader's Workbook provides all the essentials needed to create more than 50 stunning beaded pieces. After an overview of all the essential tools, materials, and techniques, Kathleen Barry takes you straight into creating the projects. Some are simple, some are more sophisticated, but all of them are beautiful, and with Kathleen's clear instruction, achievable.
More than 50 projects that range from simple to challenging, each explained with clear step-by-step instructions and gorgeous, inspirational photographs.
Using wire and chain allows you to see results within minutes or hours, rather than days.
Beads range from bold glass, bright acrylic, sophisticated pearl and crystal combinations, and even stunning gemstones.
Hints, tips on short-cuts and design suggestions ensure your success every time.
Whether you're a novice, bead as a hobby, or make jewelry for a living, The Beader's Workbook is sure to delight and inspire you.
More than 50 projects that range from simple to challenging, each explained with clear step-by-step instructions and gorgeous, inspirational photographs.
Using wire and chain allows you to see results within minutes or hours, rather than days.
Beads range from bold glass, bright acrylic, sophisticated pearl and crystal combinations, and even stunning gemstones.
Hints, tips on short-cuts and design suggestions ensure your success every time.
Whether you're a novice, bead as a hobby, or make jewelry for a living, The Beader's Workbook is sure to delight and inspire you.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
F&W Publications Inc
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Dimensions
Height: 274 mm
Width: 216 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-4402-3873-4 (9781440238734)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Kathleen Barry started beading for the first time as a young schoolgirl. Making jewelry for friends and family became a favorite hobby. After the birth of her son in 2004, she decided to turn her jewelry-making and teaching into a full-time career. In addition to teaching at events and contributing to beading magazines, Kathleen designs custom jewelry for boutiques and formal-wear fashion designers. Kathleen's bead studio is located in Cape Town, South Africa, where she designs, teaches, consults and advises her clients.