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Hand-made jewelry is always in fashion. So why not start from scratch and make your own beads? This beautifully illustrated book, packed with clear step-by-step instructions, will show you how to create stylish and individual pieces—and to embellish all sorts of accessories, including belts, bags, and home décor. Using polymer clay, discover how to use free-form techniques and bead-rolling tools to create eye-catching styles. Unusual shapes, sculpted effects, simulations of semi-precious stones, photo-image transfers and using glitter and organic material mean the beads you make will be unique. Create professional-looking beads in no time. • Beginners and more advanced practitioners alike will find both practical advice and inspiration. Detailed step-by-step photographs show exactly what to do to make stunning jewelry. • Incorporate a whole variety of mixed mediums to enhance the look of your beads.
About the Author
LINDA PETERSON has been a professional arts and crafts designer for the past 16 years, known for her whimsical figurines and miniatures. Now her interests lie in creating unique jewelry using hand-made beads. She has written seven books on the subject, and travels internationally teaching beading and jewelry-making techniques. Her designs have appeared in numerous magazines and advertising campaigns. She is an award-winning designer, author, and TV personality.
She is the author of
How To Make Polymer Clay Beads, also published by CICO.