Jewelry Just for You!

Look your best with the help of 32 projects divided into either your face shape or neckline. Each project includes beautiful photographs and step-by-step instructions for a necklace and a pair of earrings that go well with you and what you’re wearing.

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Author: From BeadStyle magazine
Softcover; 8 1/4 x 10 3/4; 96 pages; 400 color photos; ISBN: 9780871162618

From the editors of BeadStyle magazine.

3 Introduction
6 Basics

Face shapes-
Round
10 Shapely stones: Alternate irregularly shaped, angular gemstones for a striking necklace and earrings
12 Dropping hints: Arrange drops and ovals in a staggered pattern to offset your curves
14 Believe in angles Vermeil squares grace this textured necklace with a soft glow
16 Vertical vision: A gemstone pendant draws the eye front
and center

Square
18 Round the corners: Circular beads and extra length soften the angles
20 The long way: An easy beaded necklace and lean earrings add drama to any outfit
22 Scalloped curves: Transform a shapely pendant and swirls
of chain into a stunning necklace
24 Flow motion: Tiny faceted rondelles shimmer in angle-smoothing waves

Heart
27 Try angular: String crystals and filigree beads in a sparkling necklace and geometric earrings
30Curve your enthusiasm: Widen a narrow chin with a line of briolettes
32 Broaden your appeal: Venetian beads enhance a two-strand necklace and earrings
34Width style: Wide, groovy beads make for a flattering retro-chic ensemble

Oval
36 Rugged finery: Irregularly cut gemstones lend a lavish look to an optimal face shape
39 Take shape: Connect chain and faceted beads in varying shades of one color
42 Get the best of both worlds: Dress up with sparkling crystals on choker- and opera-length strands
44 Leafy latitude: An oval face gives you the freedom to experiment with unusual beads
46 Adaptable to all face shapes: Versatile crystals

Necklines-
Round
52 Center of attention: Keep all eyes on you with a Victorian choker that focuses on a stunning clasp
54 A cut above: Combine muted, angular gemstones with bright satin beads for an easy necklace and earrings
56 Buttoned-up choker Crystals and rhinestones accent a two-strand pearl necklace
58 Circle of light: Teardrops and faceted rondelles sparkle in
a choker-length necklace and chain earrings

V-neck
61 Take the plunge: Cluster a soft palette
of distinctive beads in a Y-necklace and earrings
64 Drop everything: Cylinder beads replace knots in a toggle-front necklace
66 Softly framed: Muted pearls and gemstones support
an art-glass bead in a triple-strand necklace
68 Get to the point: A clever multistrand variation creates
an original necklace and matching earrings

Turtleneck
71 Woodn’t it be lovely: Get multiple styles from one extra-long wood necklace
74 Side ways: Combine wood beads, gemstone chips, and a focal clasp in a multistrand necklace
76 Come out of your shell: Show off a turtleneck with a cleverly designed matinee-length necklace
78 Wrap- around style: Wear one lariat in a multitude of ways

Strapless
81 Wear a haute house bloom: Heed the call of the tropics with a floral necklace and earrings
84 Anything goes: Relive a bygone era with an easy two-strand necklace and earrings
86 Stocky options: Invest in a feature-flattering choker and earrings
88 Silver slivers: A continuous silver strand shines against a strapless background
90 Adaptable to all necklines: Wardrobe wonder

95 Contributors