Necklaces - Couverture souple

Burnham, Stephanie

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 184448310X ISBN 13 : 9781844483105

Editeur : Search Press Ltd, 2007

Synopsis

Unusual book

A propos du livre

Revue de presse :

Search Press latest series Twenty To Make shows crafters twenty ideas (plus variations) for participants in a number of popular crafts. Here is a book on necklaces which ought to fill up your jewelry box with wardrobe-extending pieces in no time at all. This is not a primer on now the various techniques of the craft are mastered, as Search Press already produces a formidable library of titles that do exactly that. Rather this is a book showing how to make some attractive and very contemporary costume jewelry items using the beautiful materials around today. Everything in the book can be bought at the website mentioned below, or at many other places and makes thorough use of such modern materials as organza ribbon, felt beads, buttons and wire mesh ribbon. Simple but effective methods such as wrapping plain beads with linen thread or tying knots in cord complement these materials for a thoroughly fashionable look. Each page shows a simple idea and then describes how to make it, and another variation on the same theme. If this sounds as though the instructions are scanty then this might not be the best book to introduce a complete beginner to the wonderful world of jewelry making, but anybody who has ever bent a headpin or made an earring should be happy enough. What the instructions and photographs do manage is to show how simple and fun this hobby can be, and at under £5 (or under $10US or $15CAN) this is about the cheapest book on the subject. My copy isn t going anywhere! --MyShelf.com

Présentation de l'éditeur :

Suzen Millodot illustrates the versatility of a few simple macrame techniques and creates twenty imaginative designs and great alternative ideas using braids, cords and beads. She includes patterns for two easy knots: the square knot and the lark's head knot, showing how to tie them in different ways using just four cords, and combines them with beads to make stylish necklaces, bracelets and earrings. Repeat one knot and complement the cord with contrasting beads to make eyecatching bracelets.Interweave cords of different colours and create trendy necklaces, or vary the position of the knots for an original look. This up to date look at macrame techniques offers crafters and jewellery makers fresh, inspirational ideas and takes an exciting look at a traditional craft. Step-by-step instructions are accompanied by close up photographs of all the designs and material lists provide all the information needed to create beautiful jewellery. This title provides twenty great designs, twenty alternative colour schemes, clear step-by-step instructions that are easy and fun to make.

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: Search Press Ltd
• Date d'édition: 2007
• ISBN 10: 184448310X
• ISBN 13: 9781844483105
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 48