Author: Z. Susanne AikmanPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Beadwork
Languages : en
Pages : 43
Book Description
A Primer, the Art of Native American Beadwork
Author: Z. Susanne AikmanPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Beadwork
Languages : en
Pages : 43
Book Description
A Primer, the Art of Native American Beadwork
Author: Z. Susanne AikmanPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 58
Book Description
Contemporary American Indian Beadwork
Author: Jill AldenPublisher: Dolph Publishing, Incorporated
ISBN: 9780967004006
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
A catalog of beadwork by selected artists. Includes an historical outline of Native American beadwork and "Conversations with the artists."
Native American Beadwork
Author: William C. OrchardPublisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486424839
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
A much-admired folk art, beadwork decorates items of personal adornment as well as ceremonial and everyday objects. Native American artists are among the craft's most skilled practitioners, and this study, offers a well-illustrated look at baskets and bowls, necklaces, robes, cradles, and other objects, all richly embellished in beads made from gold and precious stones, shells, bone, and other materials. In addition to over 30 black-and-white photos, numerous line figures depict the techniques used in their creation. Introduction. 31 halftones. 136 figures.
HowExpert Guide to Native American Beadwork
Author: HowExpertPublisher: HowExpert
ISBN: 1648918522
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 175
Book Description
If you want to learn how to make Native American Beadwork, then check out HowExpert Guide to Native American Beadwork. Have you ever seen Native American Beading? Have you ever held a piece of sacred art and wondered at its origins? Here is a guide that can not only open the world of Native American Beading but will give you a glimpse into the culture and origins of this wonderful art. This book is written by Leonora Raye, who will take you from knowing about beading to experiencing the art – firsthand. You will find yourself led, step-by-step, through colorful illustrations and instructions that will allow you to create your own designs and implement them into beautiful pieces of Native American art. Even with no prior experience, you can learn to weave and stitch beads into fabulous jewelry and adorn everyday items around you. Written in a simple, modern language, there’s no need to worry that you can’t follow along while enjoying the feeling of accomplishment at learning a new skill and art form. The images are compiled to ensure you will fully understand each step, and the projects are thought-out to give you a well-rounded knowledge of this ancient art. HowExpert Guide to Native American Beadwork even shows you the mistakes you can avoid as you begin to bead. Many books give instructions while leaving you to figure out how to finish your work. Each piece covered within these pages takes you all the way through to the finished product. You will be able to use and admire your work for years to come. Many ancient art pieces are lost as time moves by us. This book will let you preserve knowledge and beauty from cultures closed to most people. It opens up a world that is rich in beauty and life. And most important, we don’t forget a part of Native American history, the skills, and beauty that’s gone before us. Check out HowExpert Guide to Native American Beadwork if you want to learn how to make Native American beadwork. About the Author Leonora Raye was bequeathed the Native American name, Little Blue Jay. She is a direct descendant of the Cherokee tribe. She began beading at the age of six and continues to this day. She has been a part of many Native American beading circles and enjoyed decades of being steeped in the Native American culture. Many times, the Native Americans are portrayed as a conquered people, but inside the pages of this book, a part of their heritage lives on that will never be conquered. Leonora Raye, or Little Blue Jay, has preserved for us a sample of the ingenuity and deftness of her own relatives. The designs and complex stitching are revealed through her willingness to share a lifetime of being a part of Native American Beading. HowExpert publishes how to guides by everyday experts.
American Indian Beadwork
Author: J.F. "Buck" BurshearsPublisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1476783179
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 68
Book Description
A handicraft guide to American Indian beadwork for those seeking the fundamentals of construction and ideas of design—fully illustrated throughout. American Indian Beadwork includes: -Directions for beading stitches -Directions for making and stringing a loom -Fifty-four black-and-white photographs of actual Indian beadwork -Thirteen full-color pages of 132 authentic Indian patterns for your own beadwork
A Beginner's Handbook to Traditional Native American Beadwork
Author: James ByrnePublisher:
ISBN: 9781420899481
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 84
Book Description
Though often dismissed as coincidence, chance, or "hunches," many people experience visions (realities beyond one's current space and/or time). Through meditation and unconditional love, Pebbles from the Path teaches readers to recognize and explore visions in daily life. Presenting insights gained through his own consciousness work, John details the simple techniques he has used to discover and explore visions. This book is designed to allow readers to journal their insights and own their discoveries as they explore their spiritual path. Among the topics covered: -Attaining and sustaining a meditative state -Understanding the limits of meditation -Dealing with disruptions during meditation -Identifying visions -Knowing and sharing unconditional love (agendaless love) -Journaling to honestly explore visions -Sharing visions -Sending in the Angels -Questioning visions and dealing with errors Also included is a collection of John's visions, how he dealt with the people involved, and the insights he gained.
Beads and Beadwork of the American Indians
Author: William C. OrchardPublisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 3846004235
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 206
Book Description
Reprint of the original, first published in 1929.
Creative Native American Beading
Author: Theresa Flores GearyPublisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
ISBN: 9781600595325
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
The 19 highlighted jewellery and accessory projects include a Huichol Lace Sun Catcher and a Ladder Chain Bracelet (perfect for beginners) along with advanced-level projects like the Waterbird Pendant and Sun Rosette Medallion.
Native American Beadwork
Author: Theresa Flores GearyPublisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
ISBN: 9781402740626
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Beadwork has been steadily gaining popularity among crafters, and no area of the genre garners more interest than the intricate designs of the Apache, Comanche, and Lakota peoples of the American Southwest, who use their designs to relate legends and pass down tribal lore. Here are 15 authentic projects using such traditional stitches as the flat and circular peyote stitches, the Comanche weave, free-form feathering, and more. Each project is accompanied by a rich explanation of how the colors, shapes, and combinations of materials interact to tell a story. Abundant color photographs and illustrations guide the reader through this unique art form.