Readers will be inspired by more than 25 outstanding stitched-bead projects from Bead&Button magazine in Beadwoven Jewelry. Instructions for making earrings, bracelets, and necklaces include easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions and images. Various techniques—netting, herringbone stitch, peyote stitch, loomweaving, and more—are explained in detail to help readers complete projects that will appeal to experienced and novice beaders alike.
Handcrafting Chain and Bead Jewelry: Techniques for Creating Dimensional Necklaces and Bracelets
Handcrafting Chain and Bead Jewelry shows how to create beautiful, dimensional silver, copper, and brass chains using simple tools. The main style is based on the elegant, classical Byzantine pattern, and uses the Golden Ratio to determine the circumference of a chain’s interlocking rings based on the thickness of the wire. Illustrated step-by-step directions show how to calculate the circumference of the rings, how to wrap wire into coils, how to cut, and finally, how to assemble the chain. Starting from the basic Byzantine, new chain makers can then progress to increasingly Byzantine variations
Christmas is a wonderful and busy time of year. And Christmas long ago was also hurried for shepherds in the fields and wise men who witnessed the star of wonder and went in haste to welcome the Babe. Celebrate the Savior's birth with these 26 fun and easy projects featuring Star of Wonder fabric from Benartex.
Batiks and Beyond: 22 Quilts from Fabulous Fabrics
Discover all-new ways to play with batiks! Admire exotic-looking quilts made entirely with batiks, as well as alternate versions made with batiks and traditional quilting fabrics. • More than 20 quilts perk up traditional patterns with beautiful batiks • Projects start with easy quilt blocks, so even confident beginners can sew with ease • Simplified designs focus on showcasing batik fabrics rather than complicated sewing
Bridal Couture: Fine Sewing Techniques for Wedding Gowns and Evening Wear
Product Description: The apparently effortless grace of a successful gown is always underpinned by solid dressmaking skills - the skills described in "Bridal Couture". Starting with a portfolio of breathtaking gowns designed by the author, "Bridal Couture" covers all the major techniques used to sew these sumptuous couture creations, including choosing fabric, working with lace, creating a muslin, and problem-solving tricky construction issues. Every conceivable style of skirt, sleeve, and bodice is included, as well as suggestions for fabric combinations to evoke just the right mood.
