Crocheted and Stitched Jewellery: 25 Step-by-Step Projects - Tapa blanda

Crocheted and Stitched Jewelry is packed with alluring and stylish ideas from Japanese textile artist, Emi Iwakiri, for making your own designer necklaces and bracelets, corsages and hair accessories, scarves and belts. Using traditional Japanese crochet techniques, these adorable designs include ribbons, beads, bows and even scraps from your sewing box. There are stunning ideas here to suit every occasion, from a classic cream silk pearl necklace - the perfect accessory for that little black dress - to a vintage-style floral belt made from old cashmere sweaters. Try making a luxurious beaded collar to add a touch of glamour to any outfit, an elegant linen flower to wear in your hair or as a corsage, or a fun, multi-coloured pompom bracelet for a modern, striking look. All the projects are guaranteed to bring an element of Eastern style to your wardrobe. Whether you want to create original jewelry for yourself or to give as presents, you are sure to love Emi's gorgeous Japanese designs. And once you have mastered her simple basic techniques, you will be able to create your own bespoke pieces in no time.

Born in Osaka, Japan, Emi Iwakiri began her career in fashion as a stylist for magazines following her graduation from art college. In 1996 she established Wonderful Company after a period spent travelling, specializing in handcrafted jewellery and accessories. Three years later the sister brand Car*g*mon was created with the ethos 'stay young at heart and love creating your own handcrafted world'. Emi sells her stunning products at some of the leading department stores in Japan and regularly appears on television discussing creative fashion design.