Discusses historical and cultural influences on fiber and bead jewelry designs and presents more than twenty patterns and illustrated step-by-step instructions for making a fiber and bead necklace.
an exploration of bead traditions around the world
Coles, Janet
1997
A photographic tour of the world of beads, exploring how beads are made and used in different cultures around the globe, and featuring thirty step-by-step projects for replicas of authentic traditional beaded jewelry.
Presents illustrated step-by-step instructions for making more than twenty beaded animals, including a gecko, a bee, and a penguin, along with a beaded boy, girl, watermelon slice, bunch of grapes, and apple with a worm.
Introduces the history of beads and different tools needed for beadwork, then provides step-by-step instructions for ten beaded crafts, including a suncatcher, a key ring, and a puppet.