Ultimate Necklace Maker
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From the single strand and pendant to the Lariat and Sautoir, beading expert Dorothy Wood brings ten timeless necklace styles up to date with this stunning step-by-step guide. Be spoilt for choice with over 35 handmade necklace designs and a range of complementary jewellery projects, including rings, watchstraps, bracelets, brooches and earrings. Fifteen necklaces are explored in step-by-step detail and discover a range of techniques, from stringing and knotting to bead stitching, wirework and chain maille. Each necklace chapter features a creative gallery, showing how by changing the beads and the stringing and threading techniques used, these classic styles can be easily re-imagined to suit every taste and occasion. With clear step instructions, beautiful photography and a wealth of imaginative design ideas, both beginners and experienced beaders are sure to be inspired.
Dorothy Wood is a talented and prolific craft author who has written over twenty craft books. This is her ninth book for D&C - her first was the best-selling Simple Glass Beading and she has recently completed work on The Beader's Bible. Dorothy contributes to magazines including Crafts Beautiful and Cardmaking & Papercraft, and lives in Upper Largo, Scotland.