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BK08 094-116 SeedBds-LR PDF
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EASY BEAD STITCHES: NETTING SEED BEAD CHAINS
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Netting, one of the easiest bead stitches, can yield Use beautiful seed beads to make gorgeous
amazing effects! Whether beaders yearn for a lacy necklaces, straps and cords. Step-by-step photos and
necklace or a ruffled bracelet, netting can create the instructions introduce you to making bead chains.
desired look. The ease and versatility of netting This 16-page booklet includes 12 patterns such as
allows readers to work with a variety of beads like spiral rope chain, chevron chain, quadruple helix
seed beads, crystals, glass beads, gemstone, pearls, and more. Includes 11 projects.
and more. Includes 7 projects.
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Includes 7 projects.
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This booklet demonstrates over a dozen In Bead and Wire Flowers, beaders will learn how to
techniques for making beautiful beaded jewelry. turn colorful seed beads and craft wire into
Readers will learn to make 11 creative accessories. stunning flowers that will last forever. Also shows
Includes 11 projects. how to use beaded flowers as miniature bouquets, in
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ZULU INSPIRED BEADWORK A BEADWORKER’S TOOL BOOK
Weaving Techniques and Projects by Pam Preslar
by Diane Fitzgerald ....................................
.................................... At last a comprehensive graphing tool for bead
This is the first book devoted to the beading workers. Contains thread path diagrams for each of
techniques used by Zulu women. Bead master the stitches shown. You will also find useful
Diane Fitzgerald shares her expertise on Zulu information on bead shapes and sizes, and
beadwork with 25 stunning projects using dozens of instructions on how to use graph paper.
previously unpublished beadwork techniques.
Projects include netted diamond earrings, a zigzag
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chain, a netted triangle swag bracelet, and a Zulu
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wedding necklace. Illustrated with easy-to-follow
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diagrams and supplemented with helpful hints.
Along with novel techniques for netting, wrapping, Softcover, 105 pages
fringing, and braiding, the history of the Zulu Sugg. Retail $16.95
people is also presented, accompanied by gorgeous
full-color photos of the region.
BK2170 inspiring jewelry are included. jewelry applications. After you make and have
Softcover, 122 pages mastered the bracelet, try making spiral earrings,
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endless possibilities on its own or in combination BK948
with other techniques.” – L. Todaro Softcover, 16 pages
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Your field guide into the beaded garden! Here’s an discovering the extraordinary creative potential and
exciting exploration of the craft of making flowers pleasure of a seemingly simple craft: making unique,
with tiny glass beads and thread, weaving these one-of-a-kind beads from existing beads themselves.
elements together with off-loom stitches to create This lushly illustrated guide offers them a blast of
3D flowers, leaves, and garden creatures. A variety inspiration, with 40 fabulous designs from some of
of stitches, including brick, peyote and herringbone, today’s finest beadwork artists. Ranging from
BK2054 are used. Step-by-step instructions, stunning photos, understated to pure dazzling gleam, these projects
Softcover, 128 pages and easy-to-follow diagrams guide you through show case a range of innovative techniques. Detailed BK2382
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sure to give you a year-round case of spring fever. incorporate their own design ideas.
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GERDANY BEADWORK GERDANY BEADWORK
UKRAINIAN-STYLE UKRAINIAN-STYLE
Assorted Beadwork, Lessons #1 Netted Jagged Mesh, Lessons #2
by Maria M. Rypan by Maria M. Rypan
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You don’t need previous experience to try these This book builds on the previous netting book
pieces. Each technique is unique. Begin with picot (BK1675), adding V-shaped patterns. These are
and zigzag chains and move to 3-dimensional presented in such a way that you can delve right in
bauble chains. Try daisy variations and 2-needle and start beading tooth-edged necklaces if you have
ladders great for narrower and wider bracelets. The some beading experience. Includes easy-to-follow,
open-cored spiral necklace is the Ukrainian version illustrated step-by-step instructions for various
of the Dutch spiral. Bead a classy herringbone chain netting techniques. Collars and necklace designs are
BK1673 or a scalloped, netted necklace. Includes easy-to- the focus in this edition.Try irregularly-shaped BK1674
Softcover, 23 pages follow, illustrated step-by-step instructions for neckpieces with single or double spacing or a large Softcover, 23 pages
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color copies of beadwork; blank graphs for coloring; necklace on a zigzag band is also included. Features:
and tips for beading. 8 lessons; 5 color copies of beadwork; blank graphs
for coloring; and tips for beading.
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snowmen, candy canes & three dimensional pattern and two frameable loom pieces. Twelve
wreaths. Plus, Christmas tree & reindeer pins. adorable earring patterns complete the book.
There are 33 unique patterns using Delica & Complete step-by-step instruction for all stitches,
Hexagon beads. 4-page color insert. that includes instructions on how to do the
different straps and fringe. Well illustrated
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by Barbara E. Elbe
.................................... Using just small beads and wires, readers can learn
Create sculptured earring designs using horizontal & to express their creativity by crafting beautiful roses,
vertical base rows. Designs include horses, penguins, violets, carnations, tulips and other flowers. With
cats & flying mallard ducks, and girls & clowns with easy-to-follow instructions and colorful drawings
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three dimensional curly hair. Bead sculpturing is and pictures, Bead Flowers guides readers through
fully explained (increasing & decreasing number of the basics, then goes on to offer instructions for
beads in a row). A total of 29 patterns using Delica creating festive arrangements for special events and
beads. 4-page color insert. occasions, including wedding bouquets, fruits and
vegetables for Halloween decorations, Christmas BK1833
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BEADED FLOWERS BEADING BASICS
(Japanese Language) All You Need to Know to Create Beautiful
.................................... Beaded Accessories
Learn to create forget-me-nots, tulips, daisies, roses by Stephanie Burnham
and other flowers from beads! Filled with amazing, ....................................
color photographs, this book will sure to motivate This manual shows beginners how to take the
anyone to create beautiful beaded flower projects. tedious labor out of beadwork when creating jewelry
Projects include such varied items as a necklace, a and personal accessories. The author presents 15
table centerpiece, a door or wall hanging and much original projects that become progressively more
more. Full of detailed diagrams. challenging as the neophyte beadwork artist’s
confidence and skills grow. She provides information
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with instruction on the various stitches that
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beadwork artists must learn. Beginners learn to
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create a set of earrings, a butterfly brooch, a netted
cuff bracelet, a beaded corsage, and many other
attractive items. Captioned photographs clearly
illustrate construction techniques.
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highlights the beads’ exciting colors, shapes, sizes,
and texture.
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Beautifully woven beads have a wonder and texture Interested in adding beads to your textile or fiber
all their own and different shaped beads can be designs? This book is a fantastic teaching tool for
blended into an amazing selection of stunning bags, beginners and a resourceful reference guide for the
beautiful bracelets, elegant necklaces, earrings, wall experienced. You will learn how to add glitz, texture
hangings and much more. The author’s enthusiasm and dimension to many kinds of textiles and even
shines through as she presents this step-by-step some garments. This book covers a variety of
guide to creating a whole range of original bead mediums, from quilts, wearable art, beaded jewelry
projects for everyone. Beginners and more to woven or felted material. It is packed with
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A Beadwork® How-To Book A Beadwork® How-To Book
BEADING ON A LOOM BEADS IN BLOOM
by Don Pierce The Art of Making French Beaded Flowers
.................................... by Arlene Baker
The perfect volume for both the beginner looking ....................................
for a new technique and the advanced beadworker, Reproductions of vintage beaded flowers are hot
this book covers loom construction, warping, basic items in upscale department and boutique stores.
weaving, increasing and decreasing, weaving With Beads in Bloom, the first book in 30 years to
triangles, finishing and correcting mistakes, focus on this intriguing craft, bead lovers will find
incorporating your own ideas, planning for size and instructions and diagrams for simple projects and
BK2187 weight of neckpieces, graphing designs, color complex ones, fundamental and advanced BK2172
Softcover, 104 pages blending, and more. It also offers a brief history of techniques, tips and refinements. Softcover, 128 pages
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African beadwork and European bead manufacture.
A gallery of contemporary creations from
nationally-known artists rounds out the work.
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stitched work from contemporary artists, it’s the inspirational guide to the art of working with beads,
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fourth in a series of very successful single- ribbons and threads. Presented in easy-to-follow
Softcover, 124 pages
technique books on the art and craft of beadwork step-by-step format, with techniques to suit all
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from Beadwork magazine. levels, clear instructions and over 500 photos, this BK3515
volume allows you to create original and exquisite Hardcover, 256 pages
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confidence and success.
Beads are everywhere, from the necks of celebrities range of expressions available in art faces makes
to the wrists of schoolgirls to the fashion runways of them the perfect focal point for intriguing beaded
New York. Herringbone stitch, a versatile South jewelry and handmade dolls. Experiment with
African off-loom bead technique, feels like creating mood and style using the character in each
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snakeskin and has a visible chevron pattern. It’s a face, tint and choice of beads. If you prefer elegant
favorite among beaders, and yet no other book bead art, start with the Mother Time Necklace. If
BK2179 devotes itself entirely to this method. With whimsical is your type, look at the Mermaid
Softcover, 128 pages historical information, cultural background, Necklace. Either way, you’re going to have a lot of
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techniques, projects and instructions, and a gallery fun! Make pins with a variety of faces to wear Softcover, 19 pages
of inspirational pieces, this is the foremost guide to scattered over a shoulder. Or make colorful pins to Sugg. Retail $7.99
a unique beading technique. The fifth book in the give as cute, unique gifts.
Beadwork How-To series.
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The Beadworkers Guild TREASURE BOXES
INTRODUCTION TO BEADWORK by Linda Zick
Bracelets ....................................
edited by Jill Devon and Liz Thornton “Not too long ago, I fell in love with these little
.................................... round boxes referred to as Pumpkin Boxes. These
This imported title, the first effort by the growing little boxes are a delightful size and lend themselves
Beadworkers Guild in England, is an excellent book well to a variety of ways to embellish. On the
for both beginners and experienced beaders. Create following pages you will find some of my favorite
beautiful bracelets using techniques like, 3-Bead designs for them. the possibilities are endless, so
netting, Peyote stitch, Square stitch, Herringbone have fun and let your imagination take over.”
weave, Right angle weave, & Tubular stitches. Spiral Caution: Once you start you may not be able to
bound, so it can be used on a worktable. quit. Enjoy!
BK2098 Introduction to Beadwork will inspire hours of BK1102
Softcover, 112 pages creativity. Approximately 25 bracelet patterns. Softcover, 28 pages
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BK2096 photos throughout. Projects include: Flowers & Lace, Rightly Sew, BK2405
Softcover, 116 pages English Trellis, English Royal, Diamond Swirl, Softcover, 72 pages
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stunning original beadwork. Stringing, stitching, process, from stringing the loom to advanced
netting, weaving and fringing are all covered and as looming techniques. There are step-by-step
each technique is explored, you will learn how to instructions and colored graphs for barrettes,
make earrings, necklaces, bracelets, bags, purses, earrings, pins, a wristband, hair band, and a
wall hanging and more. Skills are cleverly built up Victorian choker. Other techniques are fringed
through a sequence of practical, inspiring projects barrettes, porcupine quill barrettes, covering forms,
BK1548 which are designed to increase confidence and to be and combination loomed & strung beads.
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CREATIVE BEAD WEAVING DESIGNS FOR BEADING ON A LOOM
by Carol Wilcox Wells 16 Designs with Variations and Interpretations
.................................... by 20 Honorary Loomatics
This book has received universal raves. If you’d like by Don Pierce (the Loomatic)
to learn the classic techniques of weaving beads ....................................
together without a loom this book is a must. You’ll Instructions for 16 awesome looming designs which
find complete easy-to-follow instructions for the deal with color, texture, shape, and embellishment.
most popular off-loom stitches, peyote stitch, brick Each design is accompanied by photos of the
stitch, right-angle weave, square stitch, African design, as interpreted by a number of the 20
helix, netting, and chevron chain, as well as 200 “LOOMATICS” contributing to this book. You’ll
step by step illustrations and 20 projects to make. be inspired to create your own variations of all of
BK2487 the designs. Builds on the foundation of Mr.
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all designs. Sugg. Retail $21.95
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material and ways of making bead chains and other BK1218
BK1838 more complex designs. Transform a T-shirt with
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beaded “sleeves” made from the fabric-like vertical
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net stitch. Enhance a basic cardigan with a
shimmering appliquéd koi pattern. From hat bands
to scarves to belts, the most basic items look unique
with a touch of beading magic.
and tiebacks. Follow the well-illustrated instructions complicated patterns. You will be learning the bead
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Softcover, 128 pages and hydrangea. For each one, there’s a “What You that are versatile enough to be worn every day with a Softcover, 88 pages
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guidance. The dazzling items include Black Tie done bead weaving or have done Hal-penny’s
Candleholders, Forsythia Urn and much more. patterns before, you will enjoy this book of new
necklace patterns to add to your collection.
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Bead&Button Books HOLIDAY BEADERY
SEED BEAD STITCHING by Jeanette Shanigan
Creative Variations on Traditional Techniques ....................................
.................................... Want to add some holiday pizzazz to your wardrobe
This book explores beadweaving techniques using or need a special piece for gift-giving? This book
colorful seed beads and beautiful accents such as may be just what you’re looking for. For each
pearls and gemstones. Step-by-step photographs and month there are directions for 4 pieces of beaded
illustrations guide readers through the basics of jewelry: a bracelet, earrings, a necklace, and a pin.
classic stitches and inventive variations. Includes an That’s a total of 48 festive patterns! The beadwork
introduction to the basics of beads, threads, and techniques include the most popular ones: peyote
bead-stitching techniques. For intermediate and stitch, brick stitch, herringbone stitch, netting, and
advanced beakers, creative variations and lesser- fancy advanced stringing.
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known stitches are included in the book.
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and unique bracelets, earrings and necklaces. Necklace. Finally, the book includes suggestions for
embellishing the basic bracelet.
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volume. Literally bursting with information, this bags; there are Easter basket earrings, a 3-D Santa
432 page book features; advanced triangle brick Clause pin, a heart-shaped amulet bag, a festive
stitch earrings, beading cabochon earrings, snowman necklace to name just a few. Jeanette’s
cabochon necklaces, advanced wire wrappings, class “Seasonal Amulet Bag” for Embellishment
leather bags, loom work, 3-D loom work, netting 2000 is included. The pieces are made using 3
stitch, helix stitch and much more. Includes popular techniques: brick stitch, netting stitch, and
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hundreds of photographs, patterns, diagrams,
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Softcover, 432 pages addresses those sticky subjects: pricing, selling, Softcover, 51 pages
closeups, and color insert. Complete with step-by-
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step instructions. Learn all of Sadie Starr’s trade
secrets to create unique, traditional and 175 line drawings & graphs, color photos of pieces.
contemporary pieces.
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PRISTINE’S BEADED ALIVE Jill Oxton’s
A Natural Beginning BEAUTIFUL BRACELETS
by Joan l. Hurlbut For Beginners and Beyond
.................................... by Jill Oxton Publications
This booklet presents Tubular Peyote Stitch patterns ....................................
that make great covers for standard Bic™ lighters Beautiful Bracelets presents a variety of gorgeous
and Amulet Bags. The patterns, which are bracelet designs. It begins with basic and simplistic
predominantly Alaskan, include: Simple Iris, Wild beadwork and then progresses to an advanced
Iris, Alaskan Mosquito, Spring Butterfly, Courting beading level. With step-by-step instructions,
Tenacity, Aurora Blue, Country Rooster, Bantam material lists, concise illustrations and tons of
Rooster, Walrus on His Rock, Raven with Sparkly, inspirational photographs, this book is perfect for
Moose in Pond, Angel Fish, and Chickadees. beginners. On the other hand, skilled beaders will
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also benefit from learning new stitches and
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techniques. Among the stitches featured are “Square
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Stitch,” “Spiral Rope,” “Right Angle Weave,”
“Herringbone,” “Brick Stitch,” “Peyote Stitch” and
“Wire Knitting.”
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Ondori GREAT BEADED GIFTS
BEADS AND WIRE by Linda Gettings
Jewelry and Decorative Items for the Home ....................................
.................................... Catch the beading craze with Linda Gettings, a top
This book begins with descriptions of the beads teacher and designer whose creations have appeared
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used for the 55 projects, followed by magnificent regularly in Bead&Button and Beadwork magazines.
color photos of the projects, interspersed with She presents 40 spectacular projects that showcase
instructions for using the wire-working tools. the diversity of this best-selling craft. From elegant
jewelry to decorative home accessories, these 40
beaded gifts are fun to make and a pleasure to give.
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THE ART OF FRENCH MASTERING BEADWORK
BEADED FLOWERS A Comprehensive Guide to Off-Loom Techniques
Creative Techniques for Making by Carol Huber Cypher
30 Beautiful Blooms ....................................
by Carol Brenner Doelp Mastering Beadwork is your ultimate resource for
.................................... beading knowledge — a project book plus reference
Illustrated in color with more than 70 close-up, tool wrapped up in one! Carol Cypher presents
how-to photos that show how to grow a garden of easy-to-understand instructions with informative
30 flowers with delicate seed beads. Forty additional sidebars to help anyone master beading techniques.
illustrations present the exact bead placement for Each of the 13 techniques are explained in detail,
each particular flower part. then further explored with projects to enhance the BK2355
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beader’s skills and confidence. The 63 projects — Hardcover, 240 pages
Softcover, 128 pages
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earrings to findings, closures, beaded beads, and
other beaded objects — teach a single project or
technique but are arranged to build skills at any
level. You’ll also find suggestions for personalizing
and expanding on each project or pattern.
however, the design variations are limitless. Explore explored methods and contemporary results, yet
the creative potential of this popular craft with 40 progresses in terms of design, color palette and skill.
inspirational projects for a stylish collection of A vibrant, rich tone runs throughout, and simple
accessories. Because no special tools are required, it’s techniques that build to more advanced styles
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simple and inexpensive to get started. You’ll achieve feature. Clever variations allow techniques to be
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fabulous, professional results in no time as you sampled on a smaller scale, and illustrated step-by-
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create a Flower Fairy Choker, an exotic Tutty Frutti steps and inspirational finished photographs ensure
bracelet, a bright sparkly Gold Rush purse, sensational results.
brooches, rings, and necklaces.
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NEW ADVENTURES IN Bead&Button Books
BEADING EARRINGS BEST OF BEAD&BUTTON MAGAZINE:
by Laura Reid PEYOTE STITCH BEADING PROJECTS
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This fantastic new book is fully illustrated and This book presents more than 30 of the best peyote
presents step-by-step instructions on making truly projects from the past ten years of Bead&Button
beautiful and distinctive earrings. Each step is fully magazine. Beginning with a simple lariat made with
explained and the entire text has been “reader a flat strip of peyote, the book includes projects and
tested” and is enthusiastically endorsed. All the techniques for beaders of all levels, even absolute
materials are easily obtained and all of the styles are beginners. Step-by-step instructions, illustrations,
based on seed beads and bugle beads. and photos guide readers through a wide variety of
peyote techniques, including 2, 3, and 5-drop,
BK895 ruffled, and spiral peyote. Bracelets, necklaces, pins, BK1844
Softcover, 64 pages purses, and home décor objects fill this inspiring Softcover, 96 pages
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300 photos.
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use Delica beads to achieve the best results.
beautiful designs that you’ve ever seen. These four
books are only the beginning. Soon to come are
other techniques beyond the brick stitch for the
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What was passed down in the old days from teacher Sigrid Wynne-Evans, known for her innovative
to student is now available to everyone. Beautiful image earring designs, has now carried the
designs in all techniques are being brought to the technique one step further with these images for
public like never before. The author has put peyote stitched amulet bags. The designs are clear,
together an amazing array of the most intricate and as are the directions. No fancy stitch work is
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beautiful designs that you’ve ever seen. These four required for these bags. The combinations offered
books are only the beginning. Soon to come are for the fringe and straps allow you to be creative
other techniques beyond the brick stitch for the and make each bag truly your own.
enthusiastic beader.
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BEADED NEEDLECASES BEADED FAVORS
A Book of Instruction and Design Designs for Needlecases and Treasure Bags
by Jennie Might by Jennie Might
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Create a unique and personalized gift (for yourself This sequel to the extremely popular Beaded
or someone else) using Even Count Tubular Peyote Needlecases (BK1447) contains 24 life-like, full-color
and Flat Circular Peyote instruction the author patterns covering a wide variety of subjects. Its clear
designs 20 full color graphs for needlecases or instructions and diagrams for Even Count Tubular
amulet bags. Patterns include Celtic Knotwork, Peyote and Flat Circular Peyote (same as those in
Shades of Autumn, Irises, Imari Ware, Stars and BK1447) make it possible for even a novice to create
Stripes, and more. Ms. Might’s work has been a stunning bag. Features a beautiful gallery with more
displayed in Suzanne Cooper’s wildly popular than 40 beaded models, suggestions for gift giving,
BK1447 amulet bag series. Suggested materials include, lists of birthstones, birthflowers, and meanings of BK1682
Softcover, 32 pages Miyuki Delicas, English beading needles, Silamide herbs and spices. There are also interesting and Softcover, 49 pages
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throughout the book. Projects include Beaded
Bonsai, Peyote Gulch, Zebra Crossing, Christmas
Spirit, & many more.
cases & Beaded Favors) make it possible for even a match), and 5 butterfly wings. Butterfly fringe is
novice to create a stunning needle case/bag. Features shown but instructions are not included.
a beautiful color photo gallery & a blank graph for Instructions for 1 fairy are given and it applies to
personal designs. Patterns in this book: Copper all. Instructions for 1 butterfly is also given &
BK1679 Coyotes, Crop Circles, Moo over Manhattan, Kaffe applies to other wings. Large color patterns and BK2466
Softcover, 40 pages Facets, Following Frieda, Indian Paintbrush, samples shown for ideas. Instructions are provided Softcover, 36 pages
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and much more. delica beads for all the samples.
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THE BEADING OF MY HEART THE FLOWERS OF VENICE
by Mary. L. Thompson The Art of Creating Flowers and Decorative
.................................... Objects with Venetian Glass Beads
Anyone wanting to learn loom beading can pick up by Giovanna Poggi Marchesi
this book, buy supplies with confidence, build a ....................................
simple frame loom and complete a project. All The Flowers of Venice, translated from the Italian “I
aspects of beginning bead looming are covered and Fiori de Venezia”, is a comprehensive guide to
once the first small pattern is complete, it is a Venetian glass beads and the technique of creating
simple matter to enlarge on the mini-loom, or to beaded flowers. It illustrates and describes in detail
move up to a commercial beading loom. These the actual craft of flower making, with more than
loomed strips can be stitched onto garments or 400 exceptional photographs for each project.
accessories such as barrettes or bags and pouches. Projects include roses, lilies, poppies, daisies,
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levels. All of the looms can be used on larger looms as center pieces, bridal bouquets, brilliantly colored
or as part of a larger picture. tassels, carnival masks, and more. Rediscover the
historical importance of this sophisticated and
treasured Venetian art of glass beaded flowers and
learn to design your own beautiful flower creations.
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and colorful rings, bracelets, napkin holders, embroidery stitches and appliqué. Each project is
necklaces and earrings. The patterns come from explained with full step-by-step pictures, and the
diverse cultures throughout the world. Color photos Techniques section at the back of the book offers
of finished pieces using all of the patterns are guidance on every main method, including tips on
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use of the enormous range of beads now available
on the market.
designs included are for bumblebees, butterflies, dragonflies, beetles, spiders, flies, wasps and
frogs, ladybugs, snowflakes, orca, reindeer and gold ladybugs! This how-to book covers 11 realistic
fish. Projects include instructions for using the projects for beaders at any level of expertise. Features
rosettes as necklaces, barrettes, and pins. The detailed instructions, patterns, and diagrams, in
Morning Rose includes instructions for capping addition to 4 pages of beautiful color photos.
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THE ART & ELEGANCE Design Originals
OF BEAD WEAVING FRIENDSHIP CHAINS:
by Carol Wilcox Wells SEED & BUGLE BEADS
.................................... by Karen Ribble
On chokers and chains, ribbons and ropes, jazzing up ....................................
a basket, adding texture everywhere: you can simply Make colorful bracelets, necklaces and rings from
never have too many beads! The selection is always seed and bugle beads. Great projects for the family!
expanding, with the growing popularity of beaded
clothing, lampshade, belts, pillows, and more. Off-
loom bead weaving produces the most beautiful and
complex results – while still using easy-to-follow
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Incredible designs feature the beauty of a rain forest. While making the projects in Beaded Bag-ettes, you
Colorful bags and necklaces by Deb Bergs (designer will learn Peyote Stitch, Brick Stitch and a variation
of Fantasy Beaded Bags and Spirit Bags). This book of Nbebele/Herringbone Stitch. You will also find
has detailed charts and color guides. A must see instructions for making beaded netting and two
book! The photography is artwork on its own. variations of branched fringe. In no time at all you’ll
be an expert beader.
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BEAD ALL YOU CAN BEAD,VOL. 1 Patterns for the…
An Open and Shut Case BEADFUDDLED BEADER,VOL. III
by Amy Loh-Kupser by Amy Loh-Kupser
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Peyote bead weaving designs for everyday use... 14 This is the third addition to this wonderful line of
beautiful card case designs. These nature inspired Peyote/beadweaving patterns. Includes full color
designs go from beautiful abstract gingko leaves patterns for creating 8 Amulet bags, earrings, and
flowing along a streamside to frolicking tropical frogs necklace sets, with step by step instructions and
in all their brilliant glory. Fourteen amulet designs, quick-start patterns to help you on your way. All
each side is unique, so you really get 28 designs! These amulet designs are two sided and include detailed
amulet card cases measure approx. 2-5/8" x 4" and diagrams for creating fringe as well as lists all of the
have a button closure design that compliments the seed bead color numbers and quantity
BK2423 design. Some have fringe, others don’t. No necklace requirements. Patterns include; Beachcomber, Zebra BK2424
Softcover, 32 pages designs are included, though you could easily add one Daze, Flamingo Dance, Winter Joy, Silhouette, Softcover, 30 pages
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• Whimsical Flowers • Seahorses
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mostly smaller amulets for decorative wear. You get sculptural designs.
30 patterns in all – matching mini amulets and
earring patterns. Designs are two sided unless they
are shaped across the top or bottom, so you get even
more designs! All of the amulet bags include
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Jill Oxton’s BEADING HER IMAGE
BEAUTIFUL BEADING by Margie Deeb
For Beginners and Beyond ....................................
by Jill Oxton Publications The long awaited pattern book from the author of
.................................... The Beader’s Guide to Color and Out On a Loom
Features 80 full-color, jam-packed pages of elegant illustrates the power and beauty of the feminine in
and whimsical designs for the beginner and more 15 seed bead patterns for peyote, brick, and square
experienced beader alike. Make elegant bracelets, stitch, and Loom work. Beading Her Image presents
brooches, boxes, amulet bags, flowers and much women from a wide range of times and cultures
more. Includes step-by-step diagrams, instructions woven into tapestries, necklaces, and bracelets. The
and helpful hints. stunning and gorgeous color palettes that artist
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Bates and Lela Holcomb are featured throughout.
step by step instructions and easy to understand the ways in which color can be used to create and
diagrams. Learn how to make collars with interlaced accentuate pattern, rhythm, and movement within a
spiked fringe, kinky fringe, loop fringe variations, beadwork design. Over twenty color schemes are
Bette’s 3-D fringe. Twelve projects total! described and illustrated in detail.
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A Beadwork® How-To Book DANCING LIGHT
BEADING WITH RIGHT ANGLE WEAVE Beaded Amulet Purse Necklaces
by Christine Prussing by Suzanne Cooper
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This master teacher demystifies the process of using Twenty-nine full color patterns guide you through
right-angle weave with a techniques section the exciting craft of beaded amulet purse bags. Step-
comparing both the single- and double-needle by-step instructions and diagrams in brilliant color.
methods and illustrating how the needles are Shows finished projects in both Delica and seed
manipulated. Three basic projects including a choker beads. Great for the experienced beginner.
and a lanyard get you up to speed in no time.
BK2106 Includes, 60 color photos and 100 line drawings.
Softcover, 128 pages After mastering the basics, create inspired projects
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including a bead lace jabot and an assortment of
Softcover, 31 pages
beautiful jewelry pieces. Then, you’ll be ready to
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Delica quantities required. Projects include: designs features an evening purse, a chatelaine purse
Carousel Horse, Celtic Designs, The Dragon, and a bracelet. Designs range in skill level from
Mendhi Tattoo, Eagle Dancer, and much more. beginner to advanced.
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can be made using both Peyote Stitch and Brick necklaces, bracelets, earrings and amulet purses
Stitch. There are 17 themes with a large necklace, suitable for traveling around the town or around the
earrings, bracelet, and small necklace or amulet world! “These designs are small projects so you can
purse. The themes are; Eagle, Dragon, Nouvea bead when you are in a cramped airplane without
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Swirls, Giraffe, Bead Paw, Orchid, Calla Lily, having to take over the seat beside you. The book is
Butterfly, Iris, Peony, Madame Pele, Celtic Knot, small enough (5.5" x 8.5") to pop in your purse or
Rose, Island Woman, Eye of Hours, & Pyramids. travel bag. Those long waits for a doctor’s
appointment or those boring baseball/soccer/dance
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THE PATTERN COMPANION: BEADING BEADED BAGS & MORE
by Ann Benson, Gay Bowles, Valerie Campbell by Jules & Kaethe Kliot
Harding, Jane Davis, Elizabeth Gourley, Ellen Talbott, ....................................
and Carol Wilcox Wells The beaded bag, today’s popular accessory, saw its
.................................... full development in the 1920s when the knitted,
Beads on cross-stitched treasures; dripping from crocheted or woven beaded bag was a necessity for
tassels, braids, and fringes; and elegantly woven both formal and informal wear. The bag could be
with or without a loom: these patterns and pages embellished with any of the many ornate frames
present so many different ways to enjoy the lovely then available, or they could be without frame and
art of beading. Here are the very best examples of maintained with a simple drawing closure of beads,
this attractive and sophisticated craft, from jewelry chain or cord. This volume includes a selection of
to home accessories. Beaders will find everything popular instruction books illustrating the rich
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they need to create one-of-a-kind designs.
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elegance of glass beads that are used to make many netting! This book is great for beginners as well as
creative crafts. Crafters will find projects ranging for the more experienced beaders, who will benefit
from flowers to miniature plants along with from the excellent tips given throughout the book.
incredibly varied jewelry of uncommon beauty. All All the stitches and basic techniques are explained
projects are accompanied by step-by-step clearly from start to end, accompanied with step-by-
instructions and illustrated with color photographs. step photographs. There are seven projects that will
put your skills into practice and produce stunning
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Toho Co., Ltd. WILD THINGS
BEAD WEAVING WITH TREASURE by Valerie Hixson
BEADS, BOOK 3 ....................................
.................................... An extraordinary new amulet bag pattern book,
A textbook offering an introduction to advanced focusing on wild animals. Each design is presented
techniques to bead weavers with some experience. in full color and is accompanied with instructions
Presented in 6 lessons, this text offers instructions for both peyote/brick stitch and square/loom. Full
for 15 bead weaving projects (projects 31-46 in the color charts include delica numbers. Projects
Bead Weaving series). Includes color illustrations, include butterfly, cougar, elephant, flamingo,
charts, and photographs of finished projects. gorilla, lion, panda, tiger wolf, and many more.
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choosing the right equipment to string them, and daffodils, fuchsias, iris, pansy, poppies, roses &
the techniques used to turn these gems into spring bouquets.
fabulous jewelry. Seed Bead Savvy contains 30
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technique, Coraling. While the designs may appear New Year, Going Fishing, Medieval Dragon,
very complex, they are actually very easy to create. Majestic Cobra, The Old Man of the Forest, and
Targeted to beginners, the book contains detailed much more.
illustrations and beautiful color photographs to
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FRENCH BEADED FLOWERS I BRITOMART AND AMORET
A Guide for Beginners by Sigrid Wynne-Evans
by Helen McCall ....................................
.................................... A seed bead pattern book that has a tapestry pattern
The art of beaded flowers originated in France based on the painting by Mary F. Raphael. The
during Victorian times. The peasants who beaded painting depicts a damsel with her knight who
clothing would take home the odd-sized, unusable rescued her from a dragon. The tapestry pattern
beads and make flowers with them. Their bead (about 9 x 13 inches) is given in a word chart in
creations were then placed on alters and the graves both peyote and loom. Word charts are incredibly
of loved ones. This book is written with the easy to follow. A pattern in the traditional color
beginner in mind to teach this wonderful technique coded chart is also given for a 3 x 4 inch peyote
by use of detailed instructions and illustrations for stitch detail that can be made into a necklace or
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beautiful designs, the detailed illustrations will serve peyote and loom. Word charts are incredibly easy to
inspirational for beaders. follow. A pattern in the traditional color coded chart
is also given for a 3 x 4 inch peyote stitch detail that
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can be made into a necklace or mini tapestry.
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Using a wide range of techniques, you’ll learn to a based on the painting by John Waterhouse, by the
make 25 gorgeous bracelets. From simple strung same name. The pattern is given in a word chart in
bangles to wire cuffs to bead-woven bands, this both peyote and loom. Word charts are incredibly
booklet offers enough variety to create an entire easy to follow. A pattern in the traditional color
wardrobe of wrist adornments. The easy-to- coded chart is also given for a 3 x 4 inch peyote
understand photos and instructions provide clear stitch detail that can be made into a necklace or
direction for beginners, while the variety of projects mini tapestry.
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SIR GALAHAD Design Originals
by Sigrid Wynne-Evans BEADING WITH CUBES
.................................... AND TRIANGLES
A seed bead pattern book that has a tapestry pattern by Alice Korach
based on the painting by George Frederick Watts, ....................................
by the same name.The tapestry pattern is given in a According to Ms. Korach, there’s a reason why
word chart in both peyote and loom. Word charts cubes and triangles are under-represented in project
are incredibly easy to follow. A pattern in the books… They’re tricky beads to use well with those
traditional color coded chart is also given for a 3" x sharp angles and big holes! She rose to the challenge
4" peyote stitch detail that can be made into a and has come up with some lovely designs. This
necklace or mini tapestry. This pattern is a master- booklet presents 7 different bracelets (most with
piece that you can enjoy for a lifetime. variations) as well as a necklace of beaded beads. All
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projects feature thorough step-by-step instructions,
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color diagrams and color photographs.
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other weaving techniques are introduced, off the vine.
Herringbone and Right Angle weave, done with
seed beads.
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BRACELETS, BUTTONS, & BROOCHES CABIN FEVER DESIGNS I
24 Projects Using Innovative Beading Techniques by Sheri Nelson
by Jane Davis ....................................
.................................... This pattern booklet features 11 flat peyote stitch
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Bracelets, Buttons & Brooches teaches beaders of necklace designs, 8 circular peyote stitch amulet bag
every skill level how to use a few basic beadwork designs, 1 sculptured peyote stitch design and 1
techniques to create a beautiful beaded brooch, a circular brick stitch design. There are no
button to adorn a favorite jacket, or a stunning instructions in this book on how to do these
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bracelet with an attitude all its own. Whether stitches. A listing of the Delica beads used for all of
beaders prefer using existing buttons, or designing the samples is given with each pattern, but the
their own, this beautiful bead book, featuring 200+ author encourages readers to choose their own
step-by-step illustrations and 24 projects, will guide colors to make each piece unique. Patterns include:
BK2241 them through basic stitches including peyote, brick Whale necklace, Butterfly and Roses, When Pigs BK1683
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THE WORLD OF BEADS Ondori
by Mitsuko Muto BASIC BEADWORK FOR BEGINNERS
.................................... ....................................
Glittery and whimsical, beads can be used to create This English language book is filled with detailed
a wide range of attractive, decorative objects. This line drawings, large full color photographs and
book offers easy and entertaining projects to create clear concise instructions for creating whimsical
enchanting holiday gifts, magical children’s jewelry, shapes and figures using 34 gauge wire and seed
and playful household trinkets. Designs include: beads. Projects include: Flowers and Fairies, The
Christmas, house and garden, fruits and vegetables, Wizard of Oz, Forest Creatures,Circus Characters,
amusement parks and playgrounds, animals, hats Dolls, Holiday Themes, Animals, Ocean Life and
and handbags, flowers and more. A detailed much more.
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Softcover, 64 pages provides a list of the materials and tools required. Softcover, 64 pages
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illustrations throughout with color photographs of
the finished project.
by Jean Campbell Inspired by art history, artist Lisa Kan offers a truly
.................................... unique jewelry collection with a romantic yet
If you’ve ever wondered how to use beads to fringe modern sensibility. Her book features 16 step-by-
an amulet bag, decorate a Victorian lampshade, step designs inspired by the Gothic, Renaissance,
edge a velvet purse, or just create a great piece of Victorian, and Art Nouveau eras reinterpreted in her
jewelry, then Jean Campbell has written this book distinctive contemporary style. Emphasizing a mix of
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for you. All great beadwork, from jewelry to vintage findings, beads, lampwork, buttons, and
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sculptures require beaded cords, chains, straps, or modern components, Lisa’s jewelry brings a feminine
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fringe to cement that professional looking quality. mystique and sophistication to beadwork design.
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Softcover, 32 pages This, full color, compilation of 32 “basics” will give Each project builds on simple elements to create
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finishing touches on your special beadwork projects. bead weaving, stringing, and wirework. Projects
You will refer back to this book in your library include a scalloped chain necklace, pearl Ndebele
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again, and again. earrings and bracelet set, mesh pearl bracelet,
bohemian drop earrings, a Victorian diamond cuff,
and more. Novice beaders can progress through
projects and increase their skills and beading
confidence while advanced beaders will find exciting
new challenges. Included are Lisa’s expert design and
technique tips and tricks along with detailed
instruction and illustrations for every project. Lisa
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