A piece of unique, hand-made jewellery is always more special than something store-bought - so why not learn how to make your own? This beautifully illustrated book will show you how to work with beads to make bespoke bracelets, necklaces, brooches, earrings, rings and more, all working with a range of beads and other media such as charms, resin, clay and vintage finds. There are projects you can make in less than an hour, like the single-stone bling rings, as well as more advanced pieces made from mixed media like polymer clay, resin, pewter and copper. You can also learn Peyote stitch, an ancient Native American stitch that is easy to bead and amazingly versatile. The techniques section gives all the essentials, from specific stitches to using jump rings and crimp beads, plus embellishments such as tassels. Clear, step-by-step instructions make this book suitable for beginners as well as more experienced jewellery-makers, and there are plenty of ideas and variations to develop and personalize the projects. Each piece of jewellery can be made quickly and easily, so you'll soon have your own individual collection in no time at all.
