beadwork

Covers basic beadweaving techniques and stitches and guides you through each project step by step: 11 beading stitches, additional information on tools, materials and techniques, 26 projects with detailed instructions, and photos and difficulty ratings which will allow beaders of all skill levels to dive right in.

Photographs and text describe the different ways beads and beadwork are used around the world, outline the history and trade routes of beads in various regions, survey various techniques, and examining various pieces of bead work from around the world.

Full-color, illustrated guide to beading techniques including threading, stringing, and fringing; and includes instructions for thirty beaded projects.

Explains processes for making beads from a variety of materials and for using them to create decorative and useful objects. Also presents historical material on beads in many cultures.

Provides an informative guide to beadmaking for children.

Instructions in beadwork, embroidery, and macrame technique for making and decorating jewelry, handbags, belts, and other objects.

Provides a step-by-step guide to the equipment, materials, techniques and methods used in making jewelry. Presents a collection of illustrated projects and includes a list of suppliers.