Art of Beadwork : Historic Inspiration, Contemporary Design

English

ISBN: 0823003078

EAN: 9780823003075

Category: Crafts & Hobbies / Beadwork

Publisher: Watson-Guptill Publications, Incorporated

Release Date: 03/05/2005

Synopsis: Written by renowned jewelry designer Valerie Hector, this book introduces readers to the quality, diversity, and artistry of beadwork from around the world, from ancient to modern. Rather than providing instructions for simply copying designs, this book teaches beaders to translate one or more of a pieces characteristicscolor, design, technique, and dimensionalityinto innovative contemporary jewelry designs. This book guides readers through 24 exquisite projectsnecklaces, earrings, pendants, pins, bracelets, hair ornaments, and bagsinspired by museum-quality beadworks from cultures in four geographic regions: Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. According toCraftrends, one in three crafters in the US engages in beading Beadworkers and bead and jewelry enthusiasts are hungry for inspirational images of beadwork from other cultures Contributors include beading luminaries Flora Book, David Chatt, Sharon Donovan, and Kathryn Harris

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Art of Beadwork : Historic Inspiration, Contemporary Design

Illustrated: Yes

Format: Paperback

Height: 0.5 inches

Width: 9.1 inches

Length: 11.0 inches

Weight: 24.76 oz

Pages: 160