Beautiful Beadwork from Nature: 16 Stunning Jewelry Projects Inspired by the Natural World

ISBN-13:	9781454710776
Publisher:	Union Square & Co.
Publication date:	05/07/2019
Pages:	176
Sales rank:	1,068,988
Product dimensions:	8.70(w) x 10.00(h) x 0.60(d)

16 gorgeous beaded jewelry projects for intermediate-to-advanced beaders, featuring one-of-a-kind, nature-inspired designs. “The elaborate process of creating tiny beaded works of art has never been so well-captured.” —Booklist (Starred review) Drawing from the shapes, colors, and beauty of the natural world, award-winning jewelry designer Melissa Shippee has fashioned a breathtaking collection of wearable art. From delicate earrings made of graceful beaded flowers to a showstopping crystal fringe necklace inspired by ancient stalactites, each striking project uses popular materials such as seed beads, crystals, and Czech glass beads. Along with illustrated step-by-step instructions, a basics section provides a refresher on essential beadweaving techniques. A gallery of works from top artists offers additional inspiration.