Chain and Bead Jewelry Geometric Connections : A New Angle on Creating Dimensional Earrings, Bracelets, and Necklaces

English

ISBN: 0823033392

EAN: 9780823033393

Category: Crafts & Hobbies / Jewelry/Crafts & Hobbies / Metal Work/Crafts & Hobbies / Beadwork/

Publisher: Watson-Guptill Publications, Incorporated

Release Date: 11/16/2010

Synopsis: InChain and Bead Jewelry Geometric Connections,wirework jewelry designer Scott David Plumlee shares his techniques for creating an amazing array of original designs using copper, silver, brass, and gold jump rings, all inspired by geometric shapes. By adapting and building on the traditional Byzantine chain configuration, Scott creates unique collections of earrings, bracelets and necklaces, from three-sided Tripoli to the four-sided Quatrefoil to the five-sided Pentagon, plus innovative Organic designs, including fish, five- and six- pointed snowflakes, and a butterfly. The thorough Chain and Bead Basics chapter, which guides readers through all the essential tools and techniques, makes it easy for beginners to re-create these stunning pieces.

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Chain and Bead Jewelry Geometric Connections : A New Angle on Creating Dimensional Earrings, Bracelets, and Necklaces

Illustrated: No

Format: Paperback

Height: 0.51 inches

Width: 8.5 inches

Length: 10.8 inches

Weight: 23.63 oz

Pages: 160