Product Description

Written by renowned jewellery designer Valerie Hector, this book introduces readers to the quality, diversity, and artistry of both and ancient and modern beadwork from around the world. Readers will learn to recognize characteristics such as colour, design, and dimension. This book guides readers through 24 exquisite projects inspired by museum-quality examples from cultures in four geographic regions: Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas, including beaded necklaces, earrings, pendants, pins, bracelets, hair ornaments, and bags.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #92966 in Books
• Published on: 2005-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 160 pages

About the Author
Valerie Hector is a brand name for high-quality beaded jewellery and is thought by many in the field to have invented the fine craft category of beadwork jewellery. A noted expert on beaded textiles; she has examined hundreds of pieces for major museums around the world and gives lectures on the history of Asian and African beadwork

Customer Reviews

The art of Beadwork
Fantastic inspirational book. Would recommend for any jewellery/beadwork designer. Beautifully photographed and projects are wonderful. Can/t praise highly enough

Good, but not thorough
Lovely book, gorgeous pictures and text, but many of the best items don't have instructions, including the cover pictures