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Book Review - Vintage Style Beaded Jewelry: 35 Beautiful Projects Using New and Old Materials
Vintage Style Beaded Jewelry: 35 Beautiful Projects Using New and Old Materials
by Deborah Schneebeli-Morrell
Paperback: 128 pages
Publisher: North Light Books (August 30, 2004)
ISBN: 1581805470
Create over 35 beaded heirlooms using basic jewelrymaking techniques and materials that are affordable and easily obtained. Projects range from elegant Victorian and Edwardian styles up through more chic and funky pieces reminiscent of the 1960s and 1970s. |
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This book has something for everyone, with 'vintage' being a rather loosely used term. The instructions are very clear, with clean photographs and step-by-step illustrations. The projects require materials that may be inexpensively purchased or obtained from old broken pieces of jewelry. I would say these projects are targeted for the novice or beginner level, although more experienced beaders will appreciate the lavish styles of the pieces. You'll find an elegant pearl necklace, wire and bead flower, silver charm bracelet, a filigree bracelet, a silk bag, and much more. This is a nice project book because it teaches several useful beadwork and jewelrymaking skills, including how to make French beaded flowers, netting, and stringing. I liked the artistry of the projects - Ms. Schneebeli-Morrell pays attention to the details that can make handcrafted jewelry especially pleasing.
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