Pearls have long stood for classic beauty and elegance, and this collection of 30 exquisite projects, the latest in the bestselling Beading with series, continues that time-honored tradition. It features sophisticated and stylish designs by a pool of talented artists, most using simple techniques suitable for beginners. The pieces range from vintage and sentimental to hip, modern, and edgy: the showstopping Bohemia ring features three burgundy pearls set in silver wire, accented with Swarovski crystals. Nefertiti earrings—fit for a queen—highlight clusters of tiny white rice pearls on wrapped bead loops. A shimmering three-strand necklace includes polished citrines, faceted glass beads, and off-white pearls. Every page is brimming with high-end style!
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Essentially, editor Campbell is an aggregator-collaborator, calling on the talents of 19 designers across the country. Here, the subject is pearls, in all conceivable forms and colors, from freshwater and Mabe Majorca to Tahitian, from cream to burgundy and lavender iris. As Campbell points out in her introductory remarks, pearls quickly became the classic signature of Grace Kelly and Jackie Kennedy as well as the more provocative adornments for Josephine Baker, who combined pearl and banana necklaces at strategic places—and nowhere else. Much information is relayed about pearls in general, as well as techniques and storage tips, before launching the 30 projects. Separated by level of proficiency—beginner, experienced beginner, intermediate—the 30 items each are accompanied by color photographs, illustrations (when necessary), extraordinarily clear instructions, and page references to specific techniques (like making your own jump rings). Patterns vary from contemporary and moderne style to baroque; it’s as hard to resist a stark-white oversize pearl ring as it is to ignore a luxuriant flapper chain. --Barbara Jacobs
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This review is from: Beading with Pearls: Beautiful Jewelry, Simple Techniques (A Lark Jewelry Book) (Hardcover)
Stunning usage of pearls and simple instructions make this book a true treasure in my collection. A must for anybody wanting to use pearls and get inspired and pick up some new techniques including wire wrapping.
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simple, but stunning projects with clear direction!,
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I have successfully re-created and riffed on several of the pearl delights in this book. I would recommend this instructional pearl(haha)to relative neophytes like myself for its clarity; and experienced jewelry mavens for the innovative designs! Buy it! You won't regret it!
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