Wiese - Beaded allure: beadweaving patterns for 25 romantic projects

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Beaded Allure. Copyright 2010 by Kelly Wiese. Manufactured in the United States of America. All rights reserved. The patterns and drawings in the book are for personal use of reader. By permission of the author and publisher, they may be either hand-traced or photocopied to make single copies, but under no circumstances may they be resold or republished. It is permissible for the purchaser to make the projects contained herein and sell them at fairs, bazaars and craft shows. No other part of this book may be reproduced in any form or by any electronic or mechanical means including information storage and retrieval systems without permission in writing from the publisher, except by a reviewer, who may quote a brief passage in review. Published by North Light Books, an imprint of F+W Media, Inc., 4700 East Galbraith Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45236. (800) 289-0963. First edition.

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication
Data Wiese, Kelly.

Beaded allure : beadweaving patterns for 25 romantic

projects / by Kelly Wiese. 1st ed.
p. cm.

Includes index.

ISBN 978-1-60061-768-3 (pbk. : alk. paper)

1. BeadworkPatterns. 2. WeavingPatterns. 3. Jewelry making. I. Title.

TT860.W594 2010

745.5942dc22

2009042187

Editor: Julie Hollyday

Designer: Rachael Smith and Marissa Bowers

Production Coordinator: Greg Nock

Photographer: Ric Deliantoni

Wardrobe Stylist: Monica Skrzelowski

Makeup and Hair Styling: Gina Weathersby

North Light Books would like to thank Baker Hunt Art and Cultural Center for the generous use of their grounds and buildings. Readers can visit Baker Hunt online at www.bakerhunt.com.

This book is dedicated to:

My husband, Paul. Without his love and support, I wouldnt have made it past the beginning stages, let alone to the finished project.

My mom and dad. They nurtured my creativity from such an early age and have always been there for me.

My dear friend Virginia. Without her friendship and encouragement, I wouldnt be where I am today.

I love you all!

From my humble bead beginnings to my bead store to my current designing career, I have had a lot of great times and made a lot of friends. If I hadnt been encouraged and supported by my friends and others along the way, this book wouldnt have been possible. I would like to thank Tonia Davenport, my acquisitions editor, for giving me this wonderful opportunity; she saw my designs at a bead show and took a chance on me. Thanks also to Julie Hollyday, my editor, for her endless patience and encouragement. And thanks to photographer Christine Polomsky; without her help, I would never have figured out how to take the step-by-step photos! In addition, I would like to thank Betcey Ventrella from Beyond Beadery and Beki Haley from Out On a Whim for their great selections of beads, which provided me with so much inspiration.

Kelly Wiese is a beadwork designer who teaches beadweaving nationally. Her work has been published in several magazines. Several galleries have also featured her award-winning work. For about eight years, she ran her own bead store in Pueblo, Colorado. She now resides in Fort Morgan, Colorado, with her husband, three dogs and two cats, where she spends as much time as possible playing with beads.

When I was a little girl, my dad gave me a bead loom set that he had used as a young boy. I was fascinated with the glass tubes full of tiny beads. There were patterns in bold colors on graph paper and instructions for fobs and lanyards. I never did quite figure out how to make any of the projects on the loom at that time, but it piqued my interest.

Years later, I saw a pair of beaded earrings in a boutique. I couldnt afford the earrings, but I knew I could figure out how to make a pair if I could just find the beads and maybe a book or pattern.

And so it beganmy love of beads. Throughout the years, Ive gone from student to teacher to bead shop owner and then designer. Ive met wonderful people who have shared their knowledge and friendship as Ive walked my path. One in particular, Eleanor, introduced me to beadweaving and helped fuel my passion through her time and knowledge.

The opportunity to write this book is a dream come true for me: I get to share my passion and love of beads. I want to spread the joy! The designs presented in this book are meant to evoke a spirit of quiet passion, a romance Ive had with beads for most of my life. Youll find familiar techniques shaped into stunning necklaces, bracelets and earrings that showcase grace and femininity. Its my hope that you fall in love, too.

Take your time reviewing the techniques and patterns; get comfortable with the colors (or choose your own to suit your favorite palette); run your fingers through the beautiful beads; then be prepared to make breathtaking jewelry. There is a great feeling of accomplishment when you can wear something that you have made with your own two hands. I truly think beadweaving is good for the soul. How can a person not be happy when surrounded by beautiful beads!