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Product Identifiers

PublisherInterweave Press, LLC

ISBN-101596680237

ISBN-139781596680234

eBay Product ID (ePID)59786069

Product Key Features

Book TitlePearls : Luxurious Designs to Make and Wear

Number of Pages120 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2007

TopicJewelry

IllustratorYes

GenreCrafts & Hobbies

AuthorJamie Hogsett, Marlene Blessing

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0 in

Item Weight21 Oz

Item Length10.2 in

Item Width8.5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2007-001883

Reviews"Beautiful photography, step-by-step instructions, and interesting background . . . [this book] is fun to look at and get inspired by" -South Jersey Bead Society, "Stunning full-color photos accompany each project, and each features extremely detailed instructions." -KLIATT, "Close-up photography and clear instructions make creating your own pearl jewelry a snap." - Monsters and Critics.com "As a pearl-o-holic myself, I really liked this book." - About.com Guide to Jewelry Making "You're sure to be inspired, though that may lead to yet more bead-buying." - Fiber Arts News "Stunning full-color photos accompany each project, and each features extremely detailed instructions." - KLIATT "Beautiful photography, step-by-step instructions, and interesting background...[this book] is fun to look at and get inspired by." - South Jersey Bead Society, "Close-up photography and clear instructions make creating your own pearl jewelry a snap." -Monsters and Critics.com, "Close-up photography and clear instructions make creating your own pearl jewelry a snap." -- Monsters and Critics.com "As a pearl-o-holic myself, I really liked this book." -- About.com Guide to Jewelry Making "You're sure to be inspired, though that may lead to yet more bead-buying." -- Fiber Arts News "Stunning full-color photos accompany each project, and each features extremely detailed instructions." -- KLIATT "Beautiful photography, step-by-step instructions, and interesting background...[this book] is fun to look at and get inspired by." -- South Jersey Bead Society, "Close-up photography and clear instructions make creating your own pearl jewelry a snap." — Monsters and Critics.com "As a pearl-o-holic myself, I really liked this book." — About.com Guide to Jewelry Making "You're sure to be inspired, though that may lead to yet more bead-buying." — Fiber Arts News "Stunning full-color photos accompany each project, and each features extremely detailed instructions." — KLIATT "Beautiful photography, step-by-step instructions, and interesting background...[this book] is fun to look at and get inspired by." — South Jersey Bead Society

Dewey Edition22

Dewey Decimal739.27

SynopsisThe editors of Beadwork magazine reveal the elegance of pearls with projects, photography, and history in this tribute to nature's iconic gemstone. Step-by-step instructions for 20 stunning projects involving natural, freshwater, and imitation pearls are accompanied by photos to guide jewelry makers of all ability levels through the wide range of materials, colors, and shapes used in these elegant and wearable designs. Broken into three sections, The Classics covers traditional pearl stringing and simple earrings, Special Occasions includes a striking copper-colored choker and a lariat suitable for a bride, and Fashion Forward contains a bangle with fiery-colored pearls and a dramatic bracelet using handmade beads and dyed pearls. Chapters on the science and culture of pearls include tips on selecting, working with, and caring for these treasures, while engaging anecdotes and vibrant images of pearls throughout history round out this informative and entertaining book., The editors of Beadwork magazine reveal the elegance of pearls with projects, photography, and history in this tribute to nature's iconic gemstone. Step-by-step instructions for 20 stunning projects involving natural, freshwater, and imitation pearls are accompanied by photos to guide jewelry makers of all ability levels through the wide range of materials, colors, and shapes used in these elegant and wearable designs. Broken into three sections, "The Classics" covers traditional pearl stringing and simple earrings, "Special Occasions" includes a striking copper-colored choker and a lariat suitable for a bride, and "Fashion Forward" contains a bangle with fiery-colored pearls and a dramatic bracelet using handmade beads and dyed pearls. Chapters on the science and culture of pearls include tips on selecting, working with, and caring for these treasures, while engaging anecdotes and vibrant images of pearls throughout history round out this informative and entertaining book.

LC Classification NumberTT212.H62 2007