Bead Metamorphosis

Beautiful beadwoven jewelry that is convertible, reversible, or interchangeable.A spectrum of 16 projects form "collections" of convertible or reversible jewelry organized by technique or beaded component. Each design collection introduces a particular technique in an easy project and then builds upon the concept by adding more beadwork or making small changes in bead count and placement. More advanced projects in each collection then combine additional bead stitches and techniques.Author Lisa Kan is known for her elegant and feminine beadwoven jewelry that often features flowers, leaves, faceted crystals, and other romantic flourishes. Now she applies her trademark style to a jewelry collection based upon beaded elements that evolve and morph into more complex designs. While Lisa uses a range of typical beadweaving stitches in these projects, she also incorporates simple wirework techniques, such as using chain and wire-wrapped loops, to enhance her beadwoven jewelry.