Soutache

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How to Make Beautiful Braid-and-Bead Embroidered Jewellery and Accessories

By Donatella Ciotti

Summary

In Soutache by Donatella Ciotti, readers are introduced to the intricate art of soutache embroidery, an elegant and sophisticated needlework technique. The book guides through the creation of stunning jewellery and accessories, blending traditional methods with modern style. It's a visual journey that explores creativity and skilled craftsmanship through detailed instructions and inspiring projects.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this book if you have an interest in arts and crafts, particularly in exploring unique techniques in jewellery making. It offers detailed insights into the art of soutache, providing inspiration and guidance for creating intricate and elegant designs. Perfect for both beginners and experienced artisans looking to enhance their skills.

Learn basic soutache braiding and jewellery assembly techniques with inspirational projects to guide and inspire you.

Description

Discover Soutache, the art of creating modern and unique jewellery from looped braids.

Donatella Ciotti shows you how to create stunning, expensive-looking costume jewellery, from earrings and bracelets to brooches for hats, with full-colour, detailed photography to guide you through each process. There is even a gallery of images at the end of the book to inspire you to create your own bespoke soutache masterpieces.

Learn about the history of jewellery crafting and the ever-growing trend for affordable yet stylish costume jewellery, before trying your hand at your own soutache pieces. Begin with the basic techniques of finishing and sewing the cords and inserting pearls and cabochons or cameos. Discover the secrets behind coiling your soutache braids to make buttons, then begin to make bracelets, rings, headbands and much more.

Your soutache creations will be eye-catching and entirely unique to you!

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Soutache by Donatella Ciotti is acclaimed for catering to both beginners and intermediate crafters with clear, step-by-step instructions and beautiful photography. Readers appreciate the wide variety of projects and the gallery of inspiration, finding the craft surprisingly easy to master and economically rewarding. The alluring cover and the presentation of complex projects inspire even newcomers, although some wish for instructions for the advanced cover piece. The book covers a range of accessories, showcasing the versatility of the craft and combining traditional techniques with creative modern materials.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781782214809

Publisher: Search Press Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 April 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Search Press Ltd

Illustration: 500 Illustrations, color

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 204.0mm

Height: 260.0mm

Weight: 415g

Pages: 112

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Arts & Culture Arts and Crafts Donatella Ciotti Non-Fiction

About the Author

Donatella Ciotti lives in Pavia, Italy, where she owns a crafts store. She teaches courses on Styrofoam, beadwork, silk ribbon, and flower compositions made with Venetian beads.