Beautiful Hand Stitched Jewelry

Download or read book Beautiful Hand-stitched Jewelry written by Emi Iwakiri and published by Ryland Peters & Small. This book was released on 2015-03-07 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beautiful Hand-Stitched Jewelry is packed with alluring and stylish ideas from Japanese textile artist, Emi Iwakiri, for making your own designer necklaces and chokers, bracelets and bangles, brooches and pins. Using traditional Japanese crochet techniques, these adorable designs use fabrics, ribbons, beads, bows, and even the scraps in your sewing box. There are stunning ideas and designs here to suit every occasion, from a classic cream silk and pearl necklace—the perfect accessory to the little black dress—to a vintage-style floral belt made from old cashmere sweaters. Follow the step-by-step instructions to create the perfect finishing touch to a favorite outfit or charming gifts to give to friends. With designs tried and tested in Tokyo's fashionable Shibuya district, these unique pieces incorporating hand-stitched flowers, sparkling beads, and embellished buttons are guaranteed to be a hit for any dedicated follower of fashion. Whether you want to create original jewelry for yourself or to give as presents to friends and family, you are sure to love Emi's stylish Japanese designs. And when you have mastered her simple basic techniques, you will be able to create your own bespoke pieces.