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by Sophie L. Briar (Author)
A thorough manual for anyone looking to start jewellery creation is Metal, Beads, and Magic: Unlocking the Art of Jewelry Creation. This book is intended to take you on an artistic journey, transforming raw materials into gorgeous, handcrafted jewellery, regardless of your level of experience with creating.
You will discover more complex methods like wire wrapping, bead weaving, and metal texturing in addition to learning the foundations of working with metal, beads, and wire under the direction of an expert with clear, step-by-step instructions. Each chapter presents a new technique, from basic patterns like beaded bracelets to more complex pieces like wire-wrapped pendants and striking necklaces.
In this book, you'll discover:
- The basic supplies and equipment required by each jewellery artisan.
- methods for working with many kinds of beads, findings, and metals.
- Basics of metalworking, bead weaving, and wire wrapping.
- imaginative works that range from simpler pieces to more complex patterns.
- Advice on how to use mixed media, patinas, and etching to add unique touches.
