Rachel Nelson-Smith's Bead Riffs: Jewelry Projects in Peyote & Right Angle Weave (Beadweaving Master Class Series)
“With 23 innovative designs,Bead Riffs: Jewelry Projects in Peyote & Right Angle Weavepays homage to author Rachel Nelson-Smith's dual love of jazz music and beading. Follow Rachel's precise instructions or make like a jazz artist and use her 'Riff It' sidebars as inspiration for your own improvisation.”—Beadwork magazine, February/March 2012 issue “This is an incredible book! These constructions are solid and sensational, a true reflection of their creator. We can all learn a great deal from this young genius. Look through the book, indulge your wonder, and then have a blast with the projects.”— Alice Korach “Rachel Nelson-Smith has one of the most unique creative voices in beading. Rachel possesses exciting skills in design, a sophisticated color palette, and an eye for detailed illustration—all of which make this book a visual treat as well as an invaluable learning resource!”— Marcia DeCoster “This well-written, beautifully photographed, and easy-to-understand primer not only serves as a text for inventive projects but gives insight into Rachel’s process and her creative gift. A worthy read for all beaders.”— Joyce Scott “What a refreshing take on beadwork! You will love Rachel Nelson-Smith’s unique point of view. It’s pleasing to the eye and will make you long to hear her sing while you bead the projects in this innovative book.”— Jeannette Cook “Amazing jewelry ... a lot to offer the bead weaver.” (5-star review)— About.com Jewelry Making