Creative Beaded Jewelry ~ Paperback ~ Carolyn Schulz

Creative Beaded Jewelry ~ Paperback ~ Carolyn Schulz
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Craft colourful and unique jewelry with this Asian-inspired craft book. Bracelets embellished with Chinese floral and butterfly motifs, a gold-and-pearl lariat inspired by the fridges of a Persian carpet, and the popular Shamballa bracelet; these are just a few of the many artful pieces you'll learn to make in this wonderful new book by DIY jewelry artist Carolyn Schulz. Suitable for novices and experienced jewelry-making experts alike, some of the projects take just a few minutes to complete, and all of them are fun and inexpensive to do. They result in jewellery that looks great and can be worn anywhere! Most of the 33 jewelry projects in this jewellery making book use materials you can find in any craft store. The simple techniques of working with chain, beading wire, memory wire, stretch/elastic cord, cotton cord and nylon cord are all clearly explained. When combined with creatively chosen beads, they result in beautiful beaded bracelets, necklaces, earrings and rings you'll be proud to wear and give to friends. Each chapter in Creative Beaded Jewelry takes you through the basics of a different stringing method and then sets you on an adventure through the many ways you can use it to create your own personalised designs. Jewellery techniques include: Wire Strung Jewelry Loop and Chain Jewelry Memory Wire Jewelry Knotted Jewelry Elastic Cord Bracelets Creative Beaded Jewelry includes stunning colour photos and detailed instructions and diagrams to help beaders create their own individualized custom fashion; bracelets, earrings and necklaces. The results are elegant, look complex and expensive but are not!Author BiographyCarolyn Schulz is a freelance crafter, designer and entrepreneur who has over 30 years' experience creating beaded jewelry for the US and UK markets. She has edited three popular magazines, and has authored titles on scrapbooking and wire working. Her website CarolynSchulz.com shares inspiration and techniques for making beautiful pieces in the latest styles and materials. Creative Beaded Jewelry Release Date Australia: November 11th, 2016