Heidi Kummli Knihy

An accessible guide to bead embroidery from Sherry Serafini--one of the world's most acclaimed bead artists and teachers. Sherry Serafini's sensational pieces have won admirers for their lavish and richly beaded surfaces. Here, she explains the fundamentals behind her work, from stitches to color theory, and lays out 25 beautifully textured projects. The stunning designs range from a Spiked Angel Brooch to a "Bling Ring," and each one features fabulous focal-point beads--including a polished stone cabochon and a scintillating crystal rivoli.

Discover the many layers of bead embroidery. Through 14 astonishingly beautiful projects, including one from Sherry Serafini and one from Margie Deeb, Heidi Kummli guides beaders to a greater understanding of how to infuse their jewelry with deeper meaning. From animal totems, to the four elements, to the healing power of gemstones, beaders will create pieces that reveal how the natural world can enhance their jewelry-making journey.