Demonstrating the use of color in creating beautiful beadwork projects, a collection of more than twenty innovative projects highlights the techniques used to create colorful designs and discusses the importance and symbolic meanings of color.

This title turns craft into wearable art. Using black-and-white diagrams to clarify procedures, Benson introduces two types of beadwork: needle weaving, in which beads are threaded together; and card stitching, in which beads are sewn directly onto a backing of lightweight cardboard or construction paper. There are more than 40 projects.

Covering antique and contemporary beadwork, this text is a comprehensive reference to all beading techniques on the market. The book begins with the basic terms and tools necessary and describes each technique, before detailing 30 projects for the home, jewellery box and sewing room.

Thirty stunning bracelets ready for the beginner or more seasoned beadworkers to play with, adapt, and make their own. The techniques range from simple stringing to loomwork and beyond. The instructions are thorough and easy to follow.

Instructions for ten beaded projects are accompanied by a short history of beading on cloth, examples of work done by contemporary bead artists, and tips and techniques for creating new patterns.

Provides crafters with a method for creating decorative beaded boxes and lids in a range of surface designs and shapes. Working only with cylinder and seed beads, as well as a needle and thread, crafters can create an array of colourful miniature containers.

Choosing the right findings and finishing techniques can transform an ordinary piece of jewellery from simple to stunning. This guide describes various findings and finishing techniques - whether it is a description of a barrel clasp, instructions on making beaded clasp, or methods for attaching a pin back - with illustrations and photographs.

A collection of 30 hand-beaded necklaces with complete, easy-to- follow instructions.

Acts as a guide to beading techniques. This work provides instructions with informative sidebars.

Using only the simplest and most effective techniques, Heidi Boyd presents a wide selection of endlessly adaptable step-by-step projects. The items featured are incredibly diverse, from jewellery - rings, necklaces, broaches, chokers - and accessories - key chains, glasses cases, bookmarks, frames, boxes - to home decor - candle holders, table sets. Suitable for the novice, but with plenty of ...

Netted beadwork has a long and fascinating history, and its versatility is unrivaled by other forms of of-loom loomwork. Well-known author, teacher, and bead designer Diane Fitzgerald presents a vast array of techniques and patterns used to produce this ancient style of beadwork.

Fine artists worldwide have discovered the spectacular range of expressive effects that can be achieved with beadwork. This remarkable showcase of gallery-quality works - including jewelry, sculpture, wall hangings and many ohter types of beaded objects will excite collectors, inspire craftspeople and delight anyone who loves art.

Two experienced embroiderers show how to chose, select and make a variety of beads for all forms of hand and machine embroidery.

Beads have been used around the world for almost as long a people have had the means to bore holes and to string materials together. Although the earliest beads were made from pieces of animal bone or horn, from shells or from seeds, it was not long before wood, pottery, metals and glass were being used. This book contains detailed, step-by-step instructions for over fifty inspirational projects.

The step-by-step techniques featured in this richly illustrated book take the beginner who knows little about wirework on a journey to creating artistic and unique free-form jewellery.

Macrame is easy, fun, and very fashionable. This book takes a fresh look at the craft, using fine cords and shimmering beads that are popular with beadwork and jewellery designers. It features illustrations that show how to do 14 simple knotting techniques. It includes 22 projects for bracelets, earrings, rings, necklaces, a belt, purse, and more.

Filled with projects such as the Tough Baby sweater, the Yar! Pirate Hat, Dem Bones socks, Apothecary tote and a sleek black duct-tape corset. This title features a variety of knitting, stitching and beading projects. It includes quirky sidebars such as How to tap into your dark side and The top five reasons it's good to be an AntiCrafter .

This comprehensive guide helps embroidery enthusiasts transform ordinary to extraordinary in a few easy steps. Bead Embroidery: The Complete Guide marries the popular crafts of embroidery and beading to create beautiful special pieces. The book features 20 projects, complete with 200 colour illustrations that use bead embroidery stitches with a variety of materials. The selection of quick and ...

Crochet and beadwork. More than 50 projects for necklaces, earrings and bracelets, all marvellously easy to make, using only the most basic stitches.

Suzen Millodot shows how to create a mouth-watering array of original necklaces and bracelets using decorative Chinese knots, beads, pendants and semi-precious stones. Simple knotted necklaces look elegant and stylish when combined with beautiful ceramic, metal or wooden beads. Just one knot with several semi-precious beads is stunning. Matching bracelets catch the eye and can be worn on any ...