They’re the very best in contemporary glass beadmaking, 1000 dazzling and unique examples by an international array of artists. This color survey has it all: the beads come single or in multiples, in jewelry or sculptural pieces, flameworked and kilnformed; and their diversity and beauty are amazing. Julia Skop’s intriguing Secret Surprise showcases clear glass beads with millefiori slices at the ends. Bruce St. John crafts his beads out of diachroic glass, then fuses and coldworks them at the lapidary well after completion. Nebula Black Necklace, from Rene Roberts, features an organic-looking focal bead adorned with fine metal leaf, glass shards, and a subtle dot decoration. An artist’s comment and detail image accompany many of the photos. A Selection of the Crafters Choice Book Club.
Autorka omawia rodzaje koralików dostępnych w handlu, przedstawia niezbędne narzędzia i na przykładach wykonywanych przez siebie pierścionków, bransolet, brosz, kolczyków, naszyjników pokazuje techniki ich wykonywania. Na pewno jest to ciekawe, pożyteczne i… tanie hobby! Wyobraźcie sobie jak wielką przyjemność możecie sprawić rodzinie lub znajomym własnoręcznie wykonana biżuterią. To nie jest takie trudne - wystarczy zacząć od przeczytania tej książki.
Versatility, innovation, inspiration—that’s what The Masters series offers crafters, with an engaging and up-to-date survey of the finest contemporary work by approximately 40 leading artists in specific media. Beadweaving takes the spotlight here, and readers will find the showcased pieces eye-opening in their originality.
The art of glass beadmaking has exploded in popularity during the past decade—and these awe-inspiring examples, exquisitely fashioned by 40 of the world’s top creators, reveal exactly why. Whether showcasing faces, animals, or flowers, these beads exhibit incredible detail and gorgeous color. Explore Bruce St. John Maher’s fused and faceted landscape beads and the vitreous painted surface of Bronwen Heilman’s glass. Kate Fowle Meleny’s luminous electroformed glass beads seem almost like sculptures, while Sharon Peters creates whimsical, often comical creatures that delight.
A fully illustrated authoritative and comprehensive step-by-step manual for jewelry making techniques, materials and design. The focus is on detailed explanation – with clear step-by-step photography used extensively – displaying expert techniques aimed at professional jewellers but also accessible to students of any level seeking a ‘bible’ of their craft.
KORALIKI. BIŻUTERIA
MASTERS BEADWEAVING
MASTERS GLASS BEADS
THE WORKBENCH GUIDE TO JEWELRY TECHNIQUES
