The art of beadwork : techniques and inspirational projects for creating exquisite pieces / Jane Lock.
Material type:
TextPublisher: Philadelphia, PA : Running Press, [2013]Description: 160 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cmContent type: - text
- unmediated
- volume
- 0762450193
- 9780762450190 :
| Item type | Home library | Collection | Call number | Materials specified | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
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Adult Book
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Main Library | NonFiction | 745.5942 L813 | Checked out | 06/03/2024 | 33111007470855 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
The Art of Beadwork is the definitive reference guide for everything beadwork, offering crafters a compendium of techniques for creating exquisite pieces of jewelry and accessories using beads, as well as instruction on a multitude of inspirational projects.
This lavishly illustrated book is a complete manual of techniques for on- and off-loom beadweaving and beadwork, from using cylinder beads to rocailles, and czech glass; knitting and crocheting with beads; and much more. The descriptions for each technique includes instruction, step-by-step photos, diagrams, and (in many cases) life-sized swatches for crafters to compare with their work in progress. The book includes a "Stitch Dictionary" as well as definitions of the myriad types of beads; their composition, sizes, shapes, finishes, and how to use them. Clear instruction and step-by-step photos guide the reader through the steps of jewelry construction. Throughout the book is a unique collection of projects by author Jane Lock and other artists from around the world, showcasing beading techniques while inspiring both aspiring and advanced crafters to test their skills.
"A Quarto book."--t.p. verso.
Includes index.
Getting started. Choosing beads ; Choosing findings ; Threads ; Tools ; Workspace and storage ; Design and color ; Core techniques ; Troubleshooting -- Techniques and projects. Basic stitches ; Stitch variations ; Combinations ; Loom work -- Guest designer projects.
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.