Creating Crystal Jewelry with Swarovski: 65 Sparkling Designs with Crystal Beads and Stones
by Laura McCabe
IT'S FINALLY HERE!
OK, First of all, Laura rocks.
That's all I have to say on that matter.
If you like sparklies, get this book . . . you won't be sorry!
Now here's the "official" press release.
Working with world-famous Swarovski crystal beads, author Laura McCabe creates luminous necklaces, earrings, pendants, and rings for beaders of every skill level.
The author provides complete step-by-step instruction for 20 projects (10 for beginners) -- and presents 45 more in a photo gallery of design variations, teaching readers how to vary colors and shapes to create custom effects.
All 65 designs are made with only three simple beadwork techniques: flat peyote stitch, tubular peyote stitch, and spiral rope. Laura McCabe also provides a chapter on making decorative embellishments, such as bezels, picots, berry clusters, and branch fringe. The concise instructions are illustrated with easy-to-follow illustrations.
* Beaders of any skill level can create their own high-end, boutique-style jewelry
* Goes beyond stringing to teach readers three basic beadweaving techniques and principles of design
* Only book on market endorsed by the worlds leading manufacturer of cut-crystal beads
