Wedding jewelry
Subtitle: 30 inspirational designs to make
By: Sian Hamilton
Publisher: The Guild of Master Craftsman Publications
Published: 2017
Language: eng
Number of pages: 143
ISBN-13: 9781784943301
Subjects: Wedding costume; Jewelry making
Description: The ideal resource for jewellery makers keen to learn the intricacies of creating wedding jewellery. From elegant earrings to eye-catching headpieces, along with necklaces, bracelets and brooches galore, there are plenty of imaginative and stylish pieces to complement any bridal outfit. The book is divided into five inspirational collections in a range of captivating styles: Classic, Vintage, Lace, Nature and Floral, with six pieces of jewellery in each one. Each chapter also features at least one special technique which is unique to that particular collection. Although some jewellery-making knowledge is assumed, all the basic techniques are covered in a separate section. There is also a discussion of the tools and materials required, so the book is suitable for beginners as well as experienced makers.
Notes: Includes index.
Table of contents: title: The basics: Tools & equipment ; Materials ; Techniques; title: Classic collection: Quick simple loops ; Tiara ; Hairpins ; Necklace ; Bracelet ; Earrings ; Brooch; title: Vintage collection: Embellishing a brooch ; Headpiece ; Necklace ; Bracelet ; Earrings ; Brooch ; Comb; title: Lace collection: Sewing a lace flower ; Tiara ; Comb ; Choker ; Bracelet ; Brooch ; Earrings; title: Nature collection: Floral branch ; Pearl flower ; Side tiarra ; Hairpin ; Necklace ; Bracelet ; Earrings ; Pendant; title: Floral collection: Wire flower ; Crystal-edge flower ; Wire flower side tiara ; Crystal-edge flower side tiara ; Hairpin ; Bracelet ; Brooch ; Shoe clips.