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Creating Crystal Jewelry with Swarovski

Author : Laura McCabe

Publisher : Creative Publishing international

Page : 146 pages

File Size : 36,8 MB

Release : 2011-01-04

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1616738200

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Book Description

Elegant, old-world jewelry with modern style. Working with world-famous Swarovski crystal beads, author Laura McCabe creates luminous necklaces, earrings, pendants, and rings for beaders of every skill level. The author provides complete step-by-step instruction for 20 projects (10 for beginners) -- and presents 45 more in a photo gallery of design variations, teaching readers how to vary colors and shapes to create custom effects. All 65 designs are made with only three simple beadwork techniques: flat peyote stitch, tubular peyote stitch, and spiral rope. Laura McCabe also provides a chapter on making decorative embellishments, such as bezels, picots, berry clusters, and branch fringe. The concise instructions are illustrated with easy-to-follow illustrations. Beaders of any skill level can create their own high-end, boutique-style jewelry Goes beyond stringing to teach readers three basic beadweaving techniques and principles of design Only book on market endorsed by the worldÆs leading manufacturer of cut-crystal beads



Creating Glamorous Jewelry with Swarovski Elements

Author : Jean Campbell

Publisher : Creative Publishing international

Page : 144 pages

File Size : 36,50 MB

Release : 2010-11-01

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 161059570X

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Creating Glamorous Jewelry with Swarovski Elements presents a collection of modern reproductions of classic Hollywood glitz, worn by the dazzling starlets of the big screen, including Marlene Dietrich, Katherine Hepburn, and Marilyn Monroe. All 20 sparkling jewelry pieces are made with the internationally popular Swarovski products, including the newest items in their line of crystal beads and stones. Detailed instructions and illustrations take you step-by-step through the creation of each piece. Whether dressed up or dressed down, these statement pieces will be fun to wear and become stunning, heirloom-quality additions to your jewelry collection.



Crystal Brilliance

Author : Anna Elizabeth Draeger

Publisher : Kalmbach Publishing Company

Page : 94 pages

File Size : 28,64 MB

Release : 2010

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 9780871162953

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Book Description

Offers instructions, illustrations, patterns, and techniques for thirty beading projects that include alternative design options.



Crystal Play

Author : Anna Draeger

Publisher : Kalmbach Books

Page : 113 pages

File Size : 19,34 MB

Release : 2013-04-22

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 0871167816

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Book Description

Anna Elizabeth Draeger’s book Crystal Play is a treat for beaders who are captivated by the versatility of crystals in jewelry. Stitchers will explore even more combinations of crystals, new crystal shapes, seed beads, and even some new bead shapes like Tila and peanut beads. Anna showcases these crystals using techniques that include plenty of favorite stitches such as peyote, St. Petersburg chain, herringbone, and right-angle weave. But Anna also includes a few surprise alternatives, like crossweave, fringe technique, and easy wireworking. The projects include many bracelets (which readers love as they are quick and satisfying), a few necklaces, and many bonus design variations (earrings, rings, pendants). Anna’s playful, imaginative look is what truly sets this book apart!



Crystal Jewelry Creations

Author : Dorothy Wood

Publisher : David & Charles

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 16,74 MB

Release : 2010-09-29

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 9780715336335

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Book Description

Elegant, sparkling, vibrant and truly exquisite - create your own stunning crystal jewelry with this stylish project collection Presents over 30 step-by-step projects made with Swarovski Elements, including Swarovski Beads, Pendants, Flat Backs and Crystal Pearls, in seemingly endless different shapes, sizes, colors and effects Expertly blends the crystals with other beautiful beads and jewelry findings; techniques such as wirework and bead stitching produce distinctively designer results Inspires with necklaces, bracelets, earrings and accessories presented in dazzling colorways with themes including Soft and Pretty, Dark and Dangerous and Tutti Frutti



Fabulous Fabric Beads

Author : Kristal Wick

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 250 pages

File Size : 20,63 MB

Release : 2013-02-01

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1620332280

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Book Description

A spectacular combination of beading, scrapbooking, fiber arts, and mixed-media techniques, this amazing handbook describes how to create 30 handcrafted beads from rolled tubes of silk, muslin, or ribbon. With more than 20 easy embellishment techniques incorporating glitter, paint, crystals, or wire, these projects result in stunning beads that can be created with inexpensive and readily available supplies and tools described in this guide. Detailed discussions on choosing appropriate fabrics and creating a variety of surface designs are coupled with well-documented instructions on how to cut, roll, dip, and dry collage beads, and how to cover inexpensive wooden and plastic beads to easily achieve different shapes. Additional sidebars and tips include bonus information on selecting successful color palettes and 10 simple stringing techniques.



Beautiful Beadweaving

Author : Isabella Lam

Publisher : Kalmbach Books

Page : 113 pages

File Size : 33,90 MB

Release : 2017-03-20

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1627004726

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Book Description

This book contains 25 gorgeous projects which focus on creating detailed, stitched jewelry. Isabella’s original designs use common stitches such as peyote, herringbone, and right-angle weave and materials to make stunning wearable beadwoven jewelry. Her concise instructions incorporate step-by-step photographs that easily guide readers through the process of making necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. Additionally she uses materials that are easy to find: seed beads, pearls, gemstones, and crystals to make each piece unique.



Swarovski Crystal Palace

Author : Clarissa Hupertz

Publisher : teNeues Digital Media GmbH

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 21,30 MB

Release : 2010

Category : Design

ISBN : 9783832794163

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Book Description

Launched in 2002, Swarovski Crystal Palace is a shimmering series of sculptural pieces that had its debut at the Milan Furniture Fair. Through a brief history of Swarovski crystal we learn of its refined tradition as well as its bold vision for the future. Along the way, we delve deeper into the Crystal Palace designers.



Crystal Jewelry Inspiration From the Create Your Style Ambassadors

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Publisher : Kalmbach Books

Page : 146 pages

File Size : 17,25 MB

Release : 2013-01-29

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 0871167018

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Book Description

Crystal Jewelry Inspiration from the CREATE YOUR STYLE Ambassadors features projects from 25 of these talented designers from North America. The CREATE YOUR STYLE Ambassadors approach crystals from every conceivable angle in projects as diverse as the Swarovski Elements they’ve used. Wide-ranging techniques, from modern bead stitching and elegant stringing to intricate wire crochet, help beaders polish their favorite skills plus learn something new. Styles range from vintage to funky to show-stopping glam, all sporting the sparkle that only crystals can provide. Jewelry makers will get first-hand information, expertise, and instruction from the most enthusiastic and passionate crystal jewelry designers working today. The gallery will inspire you with projects from Ambassadors around the world.



Making Elegant Jewelry for Special Occasions

Author : BeadStyle magazine

Publisher : Kalmbach Books

Page : 81 pages

File Size : 27,29 MB

Release : 2013-03-20

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1627000232

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Book Description

Special occasions deserve significant jewelry! Making Elegant Jewelry for Special Occasions, from BeadStyle magazine, offers 30 projects for celebrating life’s landmark events with stylish, sophisticated pieces that add the perfect finishing touch.