Seed Bead Chic

25 elegant projects inspired by fine jewelry

 

There are over 25 “chic” jewelry projects published by Sterling Press in this book authored by Amy Katz.  The stitches and basic techniques are well presented, along with tools and methodology.  Nothing is left to chance.  Bead path formats are large and arrow directions well defined.  Earrings, bracelets, pendants, broaches, etc., are constructed using an array of seed beads, delicas, bugles, and crystals.  Your choices are endless.

 The lush “pillow talk bracelet” would elicit more than pillow talk.  It sparkles with beautiful crystal components which would rival any Tiffany piece I have ever seen.  A couple of weeks ago the annual Veiled Prophets Ball was held in St. Louis, Missouri.  It is a coming out ball for St. Louis debutantes.  As I viewed it in the news, my thoughts were on the beautiful gowns and jewelry worn by each Maid and the Queen of Beauty.  Nothing they displayed was more beautiful than this bracelet.   Instead of Daddy purchasing them their diamonds and rubies, maybe their parents should gift them with this wonderful “how to book.”  Then when they are ready to tie the marriage knot, their dowry would be quite impressive.