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The art of leather braiding : a beginner's guide to making coiled and knotted jewellery and accessories / Roy Luo & Kelly Tong.

By: Contributor(s): Tunbridge Wells, Kent, UK : Search Press, ©2018Description: 128 pages : color illustrations ; 23 x23 cmISBN:
  • 9781782216322
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 23 745.53 L973  2018
Summary: Leather braiding is an ancient form of art that uses just a few simple knots and cords to create beautiful jewellery and accessories. In this new book, the owners of the chic and established Magnolia Braiding Company have brought leather braiding to the modern day with a collection of stunning projects that rely on just a few simple techniques. Starting with advice on the leather cords to use and the essential techniques you need to start designing your pieces, you can then delve straight into the brilliant variety of braiding projects - from rings and neckwear to key fobs and wrist straps for watches. Few specialist tools are required and the leather cord is readily available from craft stores. All of the projects use classic three-string or four-string braid designs, and the addition of decorative knots or store-bought findings give the braids a professional, elegant finish - making these perfect pieces for beginners to make for family and friends. Summary: Bringing the popular art of leather braiding into the 21st century in this beginner's guide to making contemporary coiled and knotted jewellery and accessories
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Includes index.

Leather braiding is an ancient form of art that uses just a few simple knots and cords to create beautiful jewellery and accessories. In this new book, the owners of the chic and established Magnolia Braiding Company have brought leather braiding to the modern day with a collection of stunning projects that rely on just a few simple techniques. Starting with advice on the leather cords to use and the essential techniques you need to start designing your pieces, you can then delve straight into the brilliant variety of braiding projects - from rings and neckwear to key fobs and wrist straps for watches. Few specialist tools are required and the leather cord is readily available from craft stores. All of the projects use classic three-string or four-string braid designs, and the addition of decorative knots or store-bought findings give the braids a professional, elegant finish - making these perfect pieces for beginners to make for family and friends.

Bringing the popular art of leather braiding into the 21st century in this beginner's guide to making contemporary coiled and knotted jewellery and accessories

Grade School Music, Arts,Physical Educ & Health (MAPEH)

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