Creative Beaded Jewelry: 33 Exquisite Designs Inspired by the Arts of China, Japan, India and Tibet
"Carolyn is the ultimate designer and is committed to teaching her skills and techniques to anyone who wants to learn. She has filled the pages of my magazines with the most wonderful projects that inspire my readers to express their creativity. She is always in tune with the latest trends and interests of the consumer and designs with an expert's overview. Carolyn has a flair for infusing a global influence in her designs because of her interest and experience in the international market. I value her unique talents, and she is at the top of my designer list when I plan any publication."—Julie Stephani, Editor,Stephani Ink; Today's Creative Home Arts; Michaels Create!; Great American Crafts; Crafts 'n Things"The accessories in this collection are eye-catching, and the projects are very accessible to novice jewelry makers." —Library Journal"Jewelry designer Schulz returns to some of her favorite cultures for inspiration in this how-to book featuring 33 bracelets, earrings, and necklaces. The book has a brief but adequately thorough beginning chapter on tools and materials, while good instructions on different techniques are sprinkled where they are needed to complete a project - no flipping back and forth between a design and a how-to. There is much here for the new and intermediate jewelry designer, with detailed and enlightening descriptions of many basic jewelry-making techniques such as knotting, stringing, and wire looping. The written instructions are spare but clear and complete; the instructional drawings are crude but adequate; and the photographs are clear, sharp, and inspiring in their detail of color and texture. Another plus: many of the projects can be completed with beads, baubles, and other materials available at chain craft stores like Michaels and Jo-Ann Fabric & Crafts." —Publisher's Weekly"Creative Beaded Jewelry is a must-have book for jewelry making experts and jewelry novices alike. Detailed instructions and diagrams make it easy for beginning jewelry makers to follow, and consistent jewelry crafters will love the wide range of tutorials and projects found in this book." —AllFreePaperCrafts.com"Some lucky jewelry designers travel widely to get inspiration for their designs. If you're not one of them, you might enjoy a book likeCreative Beaded Jewelry, which features jewelry designs inspired by China, Japan, India, and Tibet […]Creative Beaded Jewelryoffers designs inspired by Asian color, texture, and symbols found on textiles, vases, garments, and other decorative arts." —Halcraft"Carolyn has captured some truly gorgeous inspirations in the 33 projects, which include plenty of jade, pearls, and floral patterns. If you love the look of Asian art, or just need a great resource for busting your bead stash,Creative Beaded Jewelrywill not disappoint." —The Inspirational Beading Blog"From elastic cord bracelets, memory wire jewelry, to wire strung, knotted, and loop and chain designs, this book features a variety of beginner to intermediate designs for the beading enthusiast. We loved the Red Fossil Coral Chocker, Etched Jade Necklace, and Amethyst Shamballa Bracelet. Simple instructions and great drawn figure art help you achieve beading success." —Craft Ideas Magazine