Findings And Finishings (Beadwork How-To Book) - Softcover

Bateman, Sharon

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1931499403 ISBN 13: 9781931499408

Publisher: Interweave, 2003

Synopsis

Choosing the right findings and finishing techniques can transform an ordinary piece of jewelry from simple to stunning. In this essential guide, renowned beadworker Sharon Bateman describes how to use purchased findings and shows new ways to make your own, plus she shares innovative techniques for finishing necklaces, bracelets, earrings, pins, and much more! Each finding and finishing technique-whether it's a description of a barrel clasp, instructions on making your own beaded clasp, or simply how to attach a pin back-is presented in detail with colorful illustrations and photographs. Projects are integrated throughout the book to illustrate the techniques presented. Beginning beaders and wireworkers will discover all the "tricks of the trade," and more experienced artists are bound to find plenty of tips to ignite the imagination. It's never too late (or too early) to learn the correct way to finish off your special projects.

About this title

Review:

This book isn't just for stringing, but one of those essential books all beaders and jewellery makers should have in their library! It's full of information on all the different clasps and findings available on the market-as well as lots of ideas for making your own. It might be a bit over-whelming for a complete beginner, but we felt that once you'd made a few items, it was a book everyone should buy. --Bead, Dec 07/Jan 08

Synopsis:

Choosing the right findings and finishing techniques can transform an ordinary piece of jewellery from simple to stunning. This guide describes how to use purchased findings, provides techniques for creating unique ones, and shares innovative ways to finish necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and pins. In this title, each finding and finishing technique - whether it is a description of a barrel clasp, instructions on making your own beaded clasp, or methods for attaching a pin back - is presented in detail with colourful illustrations and photographs. Projects are integrated throughout the book to illustrate the techniques presented.

About this edition

• Publisher: Interweave
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 1931499403
• ISBN 13: 9781931499408
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 124