Come, thou long awaited book . . . .

As much as I grumble about my child's predilection for Japanese games, this time it advanced my interests as well.  YesAsia had the cheapest price for Final Fantasy Type 0, so I figured, since I was ordering anyway, I might as well maximize shipping and get a book I've wanted for months. 

I finally got Naomi Yogo's Swarovski Wire Mode book.  This is my first book by Yogo, although I've been aware of her for years.  She had a lot of ads in for her workshops in my bead books.  (She's very pretty and usually had a dog in her picture.)


This book was created in collaboration with Swarovski, so every items is drenched in crystals.  What I was most interested in, though, is her technique of wrapping rhinestone chain around fancy stones in settings.  Thanks to the excellent photos and documentation, now I know the secret.  All the works are gorgeous.

I've added a link to Naomi's site on the left menu bar.  Take a stroll.  She makes far more than jewelry with wire.  It's quite impressive. 

Today is Christmas Eve.  I've made a couple of bead-related gifts I need to photograph and share.  I'll try to get it done.