Compendium Of Beading Techniques

Compendium of Beading TechniquesJust like having an expert on call 24 hours a day - here are the answers to any beading questions or dilemmas you might have. This title features step-by-step photographs, diagrams and clear instructions that will guide you through each stage of your work. Techniques are organized in the order you need them when making a project, from using the right tools and materials to troubleshooting, and finishing tips for neat, professional results - or you can dip in for help with a particular problem. Learn about creative knotwork using thongs and thread, quick and easy stringing, how to show off display beads, mix vintage and modern, incorporate charms, and rescale and design your own patterns. Whether youre using large glass beads, crystals, or seed
beads, using wirework techniques or stitches, making jewellery as gifts or for profit, this book has all the answers. About the AuthorJean Power is a professional, award-winning beading and jewellery designer, writer and teacher. Born and brought up in London, she grew up with a love of crafts and art and devotes as much time as possible to writing, teaching and beading. Jeans beading and jewellery designs have been published in numerous magazines and books around the world, including Bead & Button, Beadwork, Step-by-step Beads, and Jewellery Crafts. She is the co-author of two previous jewellery books and is the editor of Bead, the UKs first magazine devoted entirely to beading and jewellery making.(Paperback, 160 pages, Search Press Ltd (15 Sep 2009) ISBN-10: 184448436X
ISBN-13: 978-1844484362, Product Dimensions: 24.4 x 18.8 x 1.2 cm )