Contrary to what some people believe, beading is not dead. Tons of people love to bead but they don't have the time for elaborate projects. So small motif based beading projects are popular because the gratification of finishing something occurs much, much sooner.
Nikia Angel's new 17 project book Easy Crystal Stitching, Sophisticated Jewelry
, which I received for review, is just the ticket for time-pressed beaders without compromising on the results!
The author explained how she came about her beaded wheel designs about 12 years ago. She was learning how to make a particular bracelet in a class when her tension went haywire. She turned the mistake into a sparkly wheel. That started a new trend!
Nikia has now moved on to other shapes like triangles and squares which she shares in her book. She confesses, " I'm endlessly fascinated with the possibility of this incredibly simple little "thing"!" She also covers bezels, bails, spiral rope and toggle clasps - all great instructional projects for beginners.
Nikia shows beaders how to incorporate the motifs into gorgeous rings, bracelet and necklace designs.
One of my favorite designs from the book is the Christmas wreath earrings shown below! Many beaders will also enjoy putting putting several beaded rings on chains or simple beaded necklaces as you can see from the lowest necklace here :
Magic does happens when these motifs are put together! Nikia's pendants are particularly lovely when she groups them together in a tiered fashion.
The directions are clear and well illustrated in a book I highly recommend for those who love playing with building blocks! This can only lead to the creation of elegant jewelry!
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Original Post by THE BEADING GEM
Jewelry Making Tips - Jewelry Business Tips
Nikia Angel's new 17 project book Easy Crystal Stitching, Sophisticated Jewelry
, which I received for review, is just the ticket for time-pressed beaders without compromising on the results! The author explained how she came about her beaded wheel designs about 12 years ago. She was learning how to make a particular bracelet in a class when her tension went haywire. She turned the mistake into a sparkly wheel. That started a new trend!
Nikia has now moved on to other shapes like triangles and squares which she shares in her book. She confesses, " I'm endlessly fascinated with the possibility of this incredibly simple little "thing"!" She also covers bezels, bails, spiral rope and toggle clasps - all great instructional projects for beginners.
One of my favorite designs from the book is the Christmas wreath earrings shown below! Many beaders will also enjoy putting putting several beaded rings on chains or simple beaded necklaces as you can see from the lowest necklace here :
Magic does happens when these motifs are put together! Nikia's pendants are particularly lovely when she groups them together in a tiered fashion.
The directions are clear and well illustrated in a book I highly recommend for those who love playing with building blocks! This can only lead to the creation of elegant jewelry!
Disclosure
Before You Go:
- Book Review - Absolute Beginner's Guide to Stitching Jewelry
- Book Review - Endless Sparkle
- Book Review - Crystal Brilliance
Original Post by THE BEADING GEM
Jewelry Making Tips - Jewelry Business Tips
Wonderful designs and the colors used are fantastic - will be looking for this book.
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Wonderful designs and the colors used are fantastic - will be looking for this book.
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If someone can explain those intricate designs clearly - it's certainly worth a look!
ReplyDeleteThank you! I'm so glad you are enjoying it! I had a blast making the pieces in the book and have more to come! It is a fun way to make a complex piece a component at a time. I LOVE that type of beading!
ReplyDeleteI love her designs. Would love to try some of the components in her new book.
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