Bella Beaded Jewelry: Artful Italian Designs with Wire, Thread, Cord & Ribbon

by Donnatella Ciotti

Book Overview

The elegance of art gallery jewelry comes to life in this vivid guide to creating designer pieces with unusual beads and materials. Accessible for beginners, the projects use readily available tools... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1596680172
• ISBN13: 9781596680173
• Release Date: October 2006
• Publisher: Interweave Press
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Not for the Beginner

I have to disagree with many of the other reviewers. Having had some success with making and selling strung jewelry, I found Ms. Ciotti's designs to be fresh and interesting. The directions are not as extensive as in many beading books, but for the experienced beader that can be a plus. I already have many books that give instructions on how to make jewelry. At this point, conceptual books are of more interest to me. I found lots of ideas here.

Inspirational

Ah, such harsh words from other reviewers! Just the thing I'm looking for - ok, a little short on instructions, but what beautiful and inspiring pieces. Full price is too high - get a used copy and enjoy!