Description
Book SynopsisBead Jewelry 101 is an all-in-one essential resource for making beaded jewelry. This complete entry-level course includes 30 step-by-step projects that demonstrate fundamental methods for stringing, wire work, and more. Begin your jewelry journey with the basics, including a
photographic glossary of jewelry materials and tools. Then, learn
fundamental techniques such as
making wire loops, adding a clasp, and opening and closing a jump ring.
A
wide variety of projects offer even more techniques. Make
basic drop earrings, a beaded cluster bracelet, a woven bracelet with pearls, elegant draped chain earrings, a beaded memory wire bracelet, and much more. Build your skills with each piece you make, and try the
project variations—or design your own creations. Clear step-by-step instructions and photos make the process easy and fun.
In
Bead Jewelry 101 you’ll also discover:
- A world of beautiful beads, including metal, pearl, plastic, polymer clay, stone, shell, and wood.
-
Approachable techniques for beading, wire work, and stringing that will boost your jewelry-making skills.
- A wide variety of jewelry styles: sophisticated, playful, chic, bohemian, and modern.
-
Troubleshooting tips and quick references
Beginners will find the
accompanying online videos that capture the techniques in action an invaluable resource. In no time, you’ll be making jewelry you’ll be proud to wear.
Written specifically for beginners, the books in the
101 series are complete illustrated guides to the basics of a craft that use projects presented with full-color, step-by-step instructions and photos to teach essential techniques.
Table of ContentsCONTENTS
How to Use This Book 4
The Basics 6
How to Begin 8
Photographic Glossary 12
Construction Techniques 32
The Projects 40
HEADPINS 42
Basic Drop Earrings 42
Multi-drop Necklace 48
Beaded Cluster Bracelet 54
EYE PINS 60
Segmented Anklet 60
Double Triangle Earrings 66
Textured Segmented Necklace 72
JUMP RINGS 80
Interlocking Jump Ring Earrings 80
Jump Ring and Bead Necklace 86
Jump Ring Lace Bracelet 92
BEADING CABLE 98
Teardrop Leaf Earrings 98
Long Beaded Necklace 104
Woven Bracelet with Pearls 110
WIRE 116
Chandelier Earrings 116
Wrapped Shell Pendant 122
Wired Bangle 126
CHAIN 130
Tassel Pendant 130
Draped Chain Earrings 134
Chain Mesh Bracelet 140
MEMORY WIRE 146
Triple-looped Earrings 146
Heart Choker 150
Memory Wire Bracelet 154
FILIGREE 158
Layered Filigree Post Earrings 158
Filigree and Bead Bracelet 162
Embellished Filigree Brooch 166
OTHER STRINGING MATERIALS 172
Basic Knotted Bracelet 172
Elastic Bracelet 178
Illusion Necklace 182
RECYCLE, REUSE, AND REPURPOSE 186
Recycled Bead Drop Earrings 186
Reuse Bracelet 190
Repurposed Necklace 194
Resources 198
Index 199
