This manual introduces "Mastering Beadwork," a comprehensive guide for both new and experienced beaders, published by Interweave in June 2013. Authored by Carol Huber Cypher, this resource delves into the art of beadwork, offering detailed instruction on thirteen distinct techniques, including peyote, spiral netting, bead crochet, and right-angle weave. With sixty-three projects ranging from bracelets and necklaces to rings and earrings, the book aims to foster skill development and build confidence in crafting a variety of beaded objects and closures.
The purpose of this manual is to serve as an authoritative reference for mastering beadwork. It covers essential techniques and provides practical project examples, along with suggestions for personalizing and expanding upon designs. This guide is intended to equip individuals with the knowledge and inspiration to create intricate beaded items, thereby enhancing their crafting abilities and creative expression in beadwork.
Are you a new beader seeking solid beading foundations? Or are you an experienced beadworker wanting to refine your skills? Mastering Beadwork is your ultimate resource for beading knowledge-it's a project book plus reference tool wrapped up in one.
Based on years of teaching experience, Carol Cypher presents easy-to-understand instructions with informative sidebars to help anyone master beading techniques. Each of the 13 techniques are explained in detail, then further explored with projects to enhance the beader's skills and confidence. The 63 projects included here-ranging from bracelets, necklaces, rings, and earrings to findings, closures, beaded beads, and other beaded objects-teach a single project or technique but are arranged to build skills at any level. You'll also find suggestions for personalizing and expanding on each project or pattern.
Learn all the basic beading stitches-from peyote, spiral, vertical and horizontal netting, bead crochet, right-angle weave, triangle weave, daisy chain, ladder stitch, ndebele, brick stitch, African helix, and more.
Mastering Beadwork is a classroom in a book, an all-in-one reference guide, and a compendium of beading techniques. It will supplement what you've already learned in beading classes, set you on the first steps to beading confidence, and infuse your work with inspiration.
Author: Huber Cypher, Carol
Publisher: Interweave
Illustration: N
Language: ENG
Title: Mastering Beadwork
Pages: 00000 (Unencrypted EPUB)
On Sale: 2013-06-01
SKU-13/ISBN: 9781596680135
Category: Crafts & Hobbies : Beadwork
Are you a new beader seeking solid beading foundations? Or are you an experienced beadworker wanting to refine your skills? Mastering Beadwork is your ultimate resource for beading knowledge-it's a project book plus reference tool wrapped up in one.
Based on years of teaching experience, Carol Cypher presents easy-to-understand instructions with informative sidebars to help anyone master beading techniques. Each of the 13 techniques are explained in detail, then further explored with projects to enhance the beader's skills and confidence. The 63 projects included here-ranging from bracelets, necklaces, rings, and earrings to findings, closures, beaded beads, and other beaded objects-teach a single project or technique but are arranged to build skills at any level. You'll also find suggestions for personalizing and expanding on each project or pattern.
Learn all the basic beading stitches-from peyote, spiral, vertical and horizontal netting, bead crochet, right-angle weave, triangle weave, daisy chain, ladder stitch, ndebele, brick stitch, African helix, and more.
Mastering Beadwork is a classroom in a book, an all-in-one reference guide, and a compendium of beading techniques. It will supplement what you've already learned in beading classes, set you on the first steps to beading confidence, and infuse your work with inspiration.
Author: Huber Cypher, Carol
Publisher: Interweave
Illustration: N
Language: ENG
Title: Mastering Beadwork
Pages: 00000 (Unencrypted EPUB)
On Sale: 2013-06-01
SKU-13/ISBN: 9781596680135
Category: Crafts & Hobbies : Beadwork
