This vintage instructional manual is perfect for the leatherwork novice and enthusiast alike. Originally written by Eleonore E. Bang as part of The Beacon Handicraft Series, it introduces tools, cutting patterns and preparatory techniques for creatively working with leather, in a simple and informative style. Contents include: Leathers for Leathercraft - tools and General Directions - Patterns for Cutting Leather and Tracing Designs - Leather tooling - Carved Leather - tooling With Stamps ...

Fashion Beads and Wire into Stunning JewelryJewelry artists look no further, Bead & Wire Art Jewelry is THE resource you need to bring together two of your favorite mediums-bead and wire. From simple stringing to extensive wirework, author J. Marsha Michler's detailed, step-by-step instructions will show you how to create over 50 stunning pieces of jewelry. Learn techniques including stringing, stitching, jigwork and loomwork, and even learn to make your o...

Yes, it's macramé!Creating fabulous jewelry, accessories and even clothing is fantastically easy with macramé. Yes, macramé. The art of knotting is oh-so simple. And oh-so fun, too. Whether you're a first time knotter or a pro at the craft, you'll love the fresh spin that Mod Knots puts on the traditional craft of macramé.Inside you'll learn step by step the basic techniques of macramé as well as how to create 25 projects from yarn, leather, cord a...

A step-by-step, full-color VISUAL guide to the art of jewelry makingA 2006 study found that beading and jewelry making is the nation’s sixth most popular craft. This guide shows readers how to do everything from basic bead stringing to wire wrapping, all in the series’ easy-to-follow, full-color format. The book includes 20 detailed patterns for making earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and more.

Build your beading skills with this step-by-step guide to capturing the delightful shapes and vibrant colors of beautiful bugs.Beaded Bugs features thirty fun, easy, and creative projects designed to help beginners learn new beading skills. Based on just six basic prototypes, the projects are graded by difficulty level, so you can start with a quick and simple butterfly before moving on to more complex bees and beetles.Each project includes full-co...

Learn how to turn wire working into an art!Wire working only requires a few simple tools, but it provides endless opportunities to create artful jewelry. Whether you are new to jewelry making or a seasoned artist, wire is a medium rich in possibility. J. Marsha Michler, the author of Bead & Wire Art Jewelry, takes wire working to a new level inside these pages.Open The Art of Wire and discover:• An extensive technique section that ...

This is it--your perfect guide to making beautiful, eye-catching beaded bracelets!With The Beaded Bracelet, you can't go wrong. Because bracelets are the perfect projects for both learning new techniques and for advancing your jewelry-making skills. Because bracelets make wonderful gifts; they're always just the right size. And because author Carole Rodgers has decades of creative and teaching experience; with Carole leading the way, you'l...

When I am in my bead shop and teaching, the most common problem I come across is people not knowing where to start, so in this book I have covered basic ways to get started. I have also given people a little insight of basic projects covering more than just beads, so you can try your hand at different things and have a lot of fun on your first steps to creating your own works of art.

Discover the basics of beading and beyond!If you've been tempted by the beauty of beaded jewelry and home decorating pieces, but second guessed your abilities to learn the skills needed to create such tantalizing works, fear no more! Beading Basics reveals all that's necessary for creating everything from a simple single-strand necklace to a more intricate netting stitch woven wind bottle covers.You'll discover:• Essential information for c...

Wearing jewelry is essential to helping women developed their own style. For women wishing to create a look that's unique, the last thing they'll want to invest money in is mass produced pieces of jewelry. It's for this reason alone, learning the skills needed for making beaded jewelry and costume jewelry could prove extremely beneficial. When it comes to making such pieces you need to know where to purchase the right kinds of supplies. In this book, " Costume Jewelry Making & Making Jewel...

Blend your creative spirit with the quick and easy projects found inside Simply Beautiful BeadingFrom casual to sophisticated, and everything in between, you'll find beading designs to fit your personal style. Inside, you'll discover 53 simple yet stylish beading projects for exquisite jewelry, accessories and home decor, including:• modern glass bead chokers• semiprecious stone set• charm bracelets• wired-pearl barrettes...

Shaping wire + beading wire = a whole new dimension!New Dimensions in Bead and Wire Jewelry brings shaping and beading wire together to create stunning sculptural designs. From necklaces and bracelets, to rings, earrings and tiaras, jewelry maven Margot Potter shows you how to coil, wrap, weave and sculpt 30 wire-based projects. In addition, inspirational variations on the projects provide even more reason to get wrapped up in wire.