Necklaceology

ology=branch of knowledge

The author, Candie Cooper, goes to all lengths literally and figuratively to show one “How to Make Chokers, Lariats, Ropes, and More.  She has gifted us with a book of 40 “Wow” necklaces.  There are projects illustrating samples of collars, chokers, princess length, and rope jewelry. 

Materials and necessary tools are covered in depth in this well conceived book.  Many of us have acquired books over the years.  If you have a collection like mine, some have disappointed and others have stroked our creativity.  This book is a prime example of “ology.”

The techniques section is comprised of stringing, connections, components, etc. 

 We are introduced to combining beads with wire, chain, silk cord and ribbon.  If the material is available, the author utilizes it in a myriad of interesting designs.

Whether one wants that Jackie Kennedy look with the lovely princess style length pearls, or the Maria Callas opera length necklaces, the choice is yours.  If you would like to travel back to the flapper era, this book will extend a hand.

Necklaceology truly represents a branch of knowledge on where to start and how to finish.  Most important of all, all this knowledge doesn’t require big bucks or leaving home for an advanced degree.