Ornamental Knots For Beaded Jewellery
by Suzen Millodot
First there was Chinese Knots For
Beaded Jewellery, then came
Celtic Knots For Beaded Jewellery (both reviewed on this site). Now here is a whole new book with more
knots and exciting things to make with them; time to get the corkboard out again!
The author must have read my comments on wanting to tie the dragonfly knot pictured in the first book, because
here it is in all its glory. There are lots of diagrams and staged photographs to follow in here, including one
for the gorgeous Guinevere knot, to actually pin on the board and fix your cord to. There are ideas on dyeing
cords to match your outfits, and not only rat tail gets used but other cords including leather thonging, the
latter to great effect. You can use these knotted pieces to showcase some wonderful beads (if you have them) or
use up oddments from other projects like I do, and like the author also does in various examples. This is a great
hands-on book that will take pride of place next to the other two on my keeper shelves. Also, here is a craft
that does not cost a lot of money, which is all to the good. Another useful and attractive primer on an unusual
subject.
If you cannot find a good range of cords and beads in this book locally try
SearchPress.com for a list of suppliers. |
The Book |
Search Press |
November 2008 |
Paperback |
1844482480 / 9781844482481 |
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The Reviewer |
Rachel A Hyde |
Reviewed 2009 |
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