Even beginning beaders can create stunning jewelry with delicate, twining floral and filigree details. The primary technique used to make every project is a simple one: Twist two wires together to form a "main stem," then detour at regular or irregular intervals to add "branches" that end in single- or multiple-bead patterns, such as a five-petal flower. Some of the styles are perfect for everyday wear, like the Sand & Sky Turquoise Bracelet and the Bezeled Cabochon Pendant, while others are coordinated pieces for special occasions, such as Cocktail Hour Necklace & Earrings and the Extravagance Mini-Pearl Wedding Set. The jewelry in this designer collection is as lovely as any you'll see at a trendy boutique, but it's also a pleasure to craft.

Softcover, full color, 128 pages
23 projects
Book size: 10 x 8-1/2 inches
Level: All skill levels

14mm round

20x15mm puffed oval

Bulb-shaped safety pins with 16mm grip length are made with gold-, silver-, gunmetal-, antiqued brass- and antiqued copper-finished brass. A wide variety of uses for these round bottom pins include as bails, quick dangling brooch attachments and as creative add-ons to necklaces and bracelets. Package includes 10 of each finish.

+/- 5x3mm-11x6mm

Natural Rutilated Quartz