Sherri Haab is a bestselling and award-winning author of crafts books for both adults and kids, with more than 30 titles published. She also has a reputation as an innovative product developer, with an image transfer medium, an electroforming device, and an environmentally safe line of etching products to her credit. As the author of several jewelry technique books for adults, she has led jewelry making workshops all over the country. Sherri's work has been widely published in several jewelry making and kids' magazines, and she's appeared on many crafts TV shows, including JewelryTV (JTV), Jewelry Making with Jackie Guerra (DIY), and Beads, Baubles & Jewels (PBS).
"...excels in not only clear color photos, but better-than-average
close-up shots of step-by-step processes as it explores the world
of creating charm bracelets using techniques with ethnic origins.
Readers interested in the topic will find it blends a number of
jewelry-making approaches with a discussion of basic supplies,
project steps, how to incorporate polymer beads into the jewelry
design, and how to make charms using molds and different knotting
techniques. The wide range of styles and approaches offers readers
a satisfying diverse set of skills and descriptions perfect for
those who already like charm bracelets and want the insights on how
to put them together."- The Midwest Book Review Bookwatch
"Friendship bracelets are back! Combine them with unique polymer
clay components, and you have a winning book by Sherri Haab. Sherri
covers all the basics of polymer clay, macrame, knotting, and
braiding, and applies them to 35 fashionable designs. Easy-to-read
illustrations and great photos guide you through projects that
utilize easy-to-find materials and a variety of techniques. These
bracelets would make great holiday gifts, even for yourself!" -
Bead and Button magazine
"The traditional braided or knotted friendship bracelet serves as a
jumping-off point for the designs in Haab's (Beaded Macrame
Jewelry; The Art of Resin Jewelry) latest jewelrymaking book, but
the focus is on handmade charms using polymer clay. After an
introductory section presenting methods for beading, weaving, and
knotting thread or cord, Haab demonstrates a variety of projects:
whimsical charm bracelets featuring animals, seashells, or sugar
skulls; casual costume jewelry with beads and crystals set in
polymer clay; and sophisticated pieces inspired by nature. Polymer
clay techniques, including simple wirework, molded clay charms,
canework, and sculpture, are provided, in addition to a number of
finishing styles. While some of the simpler projects are
beginner-friendly, others are best attempted by crafters with some
experience working with polymer clay. The written directions are
thorough, and close-up photographs of key steps help guide crafters
to a successful outcome. VERDICT Despite the title, these aren't
the embroidery floss "friendship bracelets" most crafters think
of....Yet crafters who are interested in combining polymer clay
with braided or knotted fibers will find solid ideas in this
collection." - Library Journal
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