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8 1/2 X 11, Paperbound, 40 pages, Color photos, Color graphs. $19.95This book did cause me to stop and take a second look! I wondered "when did Suzanne take to the loom?" Of course, she did not, but she took a traditionally loom worked style and made it her own, to be stitched in either Peyote or Brick stitches.
Since she is one of the Queens of Peyote, I should never have doubted her. And as a Queen, she has certainly given these pieces the royal treatment. Thirty new patterns, all of which are fantastic. Each pattern include a large centerpiece pattern, and alternate smaller centerpiece pattern, and the patterns for the strap insets and back panel.
Suzanne also goes into intricate detail as to how to assemble these necklaces properly. She recommend the type of mounting board to use, and, as complicated as these necklaces look, reading her simple and clear instructions will dispel any fear of them you may have. In fact, they look downright easy!
Of course a project of this type will require a certain skill level to complete. The basic centerpieces and strap pieces will not require a great deal of skill: reading a Peyote grid and knowing the stitch, included increases and decreases is required. Making the strap strands proves to be a bit more difficult as they do require a lot of attention be paid to them. Additional embellishment, is, of course, up to you.
Intermediate and advanced beaders will want to grab this ne, and give one of these lovely necklaces a try! First one out for me - Tumbling Blocks! Enjoy!
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