"A very personal journey . . . she discovered a treasury of beads--and put aside her painting studio in favor of a loom and small 3D objects. The results are spectacular, as she first chronicles all the ethnic influences on her jewelry and then provides a template of instructions for 14 designs. By incorporating at least one item--a silver figurine or metal beads, for instance--the necklaces become true works of art, not just macrame look-alikes. "--"Booklist. . " . . an exciting collection of beautiful, off-loom woven necklaces. The photographs alone are worth the price of the book. "--"Shuttle Spindle & Dyepot.