Bead & fiber jewelry - Jane Olson-Phillips

Knot one, bead two and what have you got? Bold jewellery made from an eclectic collection of beads - one-of-a-kind lamp work beads, silver ethnic beads, exotic stones - and a selection of luscious fibres. These 30 beautiful projects show what?s possible when a time-tested technique gets a fashionable update with contemporary materials and a modern aesthetic. The knots are simple and familiar to most crafters: basic overhand, square and hitches. Once that?s mastered the rest is easy. Create a spiralled necklace out of linen cord and a single stunning enamel and gold-leaf focus bead. Work silky ribbon yarn in an open net to make an elegant lariat beaded scarf. How-to illustrations, beauty shots and numerous construction tips help illuminate the process.

Jane Olson-Phillips holds a BA in Fine Arts from the University of Connecticut. Her work has been featured in several books and magazines including Beadwork and Belle Armoire. Also available from Lark9781579903886 Making Bead & Wire Jewellery