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Teaches two beautiful Japanese sashiko styles not found in other books: kogin and hishizashi. Sashiko's beauty is understandably popular, and here's the first book on stitching two little-known traditional styles: kogin and hishizashi. Japanese expert Keiko Sakamoto -- who began her intensive study of them while living in the American Midwestexplains these intriguing decorative embroidery styles.31 projects, with step-by-step photo instructions, range from a simple bookmark to advanced wall tapestries; Increasing project difficulty levels satisfy both novices and experienced sashiko stitchers; Photos of vintage pieces, many rarely seen outside museums, showcase the craft's origins in northern Japan; For ongoing reference and use, includes one of the most extensive libraries of traditional kogin and hishizashi pattern templates to be found anywhere (80 and 200 templates, respectively).
You've got these bracelets all wrapped up! Whether wrapping beads and leather cord, or embroidery floss and rhinestones around a bangle, these 28 jewelry designs are all style. In addition to bracelets, you get coordinating necklace, earring and brooch designs made from a variety of materials, such as leather, gemstones, pearls, beads, fabric and thread. The basics of jewelry-making are covered--DIY Wrap Bracelets includes step-by-step photo tutorials of anything you'll need to know--and each design has detailed diagrams. Techniques like wrapping, twisting, braiding, beading and macrame combine to make these gorgeous, quick designs in a variety of styles. You'll find yourself inspired to fashion a new design for every outfit in your wardrobe--and even layering the bracelets together so you can wear them all! Wrap yourself up in the hottest jewelry trend ever--DIY Wrap Bracelets!
Any paper-magazines, newspapers, wrapping paper, copy paper-can be upcycled into a variety of shapes and sizes of paper beads that can be used to make colorful, unique pieces of jewelry that no one would guess are made from paper. Fashioned from thin strips of paper and painted in a variety of ways, the beads you make can then be used to make elegant drop earrings, beaded necklaces, and bracelets. Combine them with other unique beads and charms for even more looks. Includes instructions on how to create the paper beads, as well as how to use metal findings, leather cords, and other materials to create professional-looking designs.
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