Exotic Adornments: 18 Luxurious Beadwork Jewelry Projects

by Kelly Wiese

Glitz, glamour--and beads!

Jewel tones, crystals, and metallic meet in Exotic Adornments . Appropriate for the office but as fun as a night out, the cuffs, chokers, necklaces, rings, and earrings in this easy-to-use guide are sure to catch attention--and envy!

Led by Beadwork Magazine 's Beadwork Designer of the Year Kelly Wiese, you'll create opulent, extravagant statement pieces that take any outfit from flat to fab. For some fun, elegance, and sparkle, go big with the Soiree Ring, perfect for date night. Add a touch of drama to your look with the All That Glitters Lariat, customizing the length to suit your style. Looking for a piece that works in a professional setting? The Madison Avenue Bracelet pairs pearls with crystals for a classic, classy look.

No matter which of the 18 pieces you start with, you'll want to give your entire jewelry collection a luxurious makeover with Exotic Adornments !

144 pages, Paperback

Published November 18, 2016

Reviews

[Shelli · Rating 3 out of 5]

As with all Interweave titles, the instructions and diagrams in Exotic Adornments: 18 Luxurious Beadwork Jewelry Projects are first-rate, although some familiarity with at least peyote stitch and right-angle weave will be helpful to attack these complicated, intermediate-level projects. Aside from the fact that I'm not a big fan of pure "project" books – I prefer technique instruction that helps me design, not replicate – these jewelry pieces are just waaaaay too ornate for my taste. Every single item within would not look out of place on a full-regalia Indian bride, or in an old-school Bollywood dance number. But if that's what you're after, this book will walk you through 18 glittery, glamorous projects – mostly necklaces and bracelets, but with a few (extremely heavy-looking) earrings as well. The materials used are all standard Japanese seed beads and Swarovski crystals, with easily-sourced components and findings.

[Ligaya · Rating 3 out of 5]

Smart beading book. Love that the introduction says right up front that the book is for people with some experience beading and that it’s a project book, not a technique book. Bravo for truth! The projects themselves are very lush, sprinkled with tips, numerous photos, and clear graphics. The overview of different beading techniques - despite the author saying this isn’t a techniques book - is very clear. I bet a newbie could try one of these projects with the clarity of the technique directions. Nice variety of projects, styles, and color ways.

[Ninotchka Román · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful beadwork

Love the designs!! They’re magnificent and luxurious. Perfect for going to the theatre or gala. There are 15 in total.

[BBAnn · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely love Kelly's pattern books! Clear and easy to follow directsions. Some of her patterns are still above my experience level, but hoping to get there soon!!