Beautifully illustrated, Collectible Beads, A Universal Aesthetic, explores and documents the rise and development of a unique passion. The authoritative bead resource takes you on a rich and exciting journey of discovery, charting the worldwide phenomenon of ancient, contemporary and ethnographic beads as collectibles. In celebrating the first and most universal form of personal adornment,...

The most comprehensive and beautiful bead-stringing guide to date, the book provides detailed instruction and clear step-by-step photography for a range of jewelry projects, including necklaces, earrings, and bracelets. * Covers all of the equipment needed to begin beading * Features original, easy to make designs * Includes tips on the hottest bead resources * Shows how to design your own jewelry. 224 pages

Stringing, stitching, netting, weaving and fringing are all covered and as each technique is explored, you will learn how to make earrings, necklaces, bracelets, bags, purses, wallhangings and more. Skills are cleverly built up through a sequence of practical, inspiring projects which are designed to increase confidence and to be enjoyed. Once you have worked through the basics, this informative...

Beautifully woven beads have a wonder and texture all of their own and different shaped beads can be blended into an amazing selection of stunning bags, beautiful bracelets, elegant necklaces, earrings, wall hangings and much more. Alexandra Kidd sparkles with enthusiasm as she presents this step-by-step guide to creating a whole range of original bead projects for everyone. Beginners and more...

There is everything beaders need to know about this popular craft is in this authoritative and inexpensive resource. Beginning beaders will discover training in basic techniques and simple projects, while experienced beaders will value this book as a trusted refresher guide. With this clear and concise reference, beaders will: master basic beading techniques for creating general home decor...

Are you fascinated by the beautiful one-of-a-kind baubles that you see in artistry, upscale boutiques? Then let "Complete Beading" show you how to craft your own beaded jewelry and fashion accessories. Everything you need to know for making unique items f

Seven gorgeous projects using 10/0 Delicas. Alice Korach is the founding editor of Bead and Button Magazine. When Miyuki asked her to do this book, she knew she would have fun. But as she says in the introduction, "It wasn't until I actually began working on my designs that I discovered how much LOVE this new size bead." Lush full color photographs with many close-ups and very detailed instructions.

A renowned jewelry designer gives bead enthusiasts a tour of the quality, diversity, and artistry of beadwork from around the world, 160 pp.

80 pages. Simple knotted necklaces enhance their elegance and style when combined with beautiful ceramic, metal, or wooden beads, and the techniques for doing so are explained clearly with this guide's step-by-step photographs, accompanying diagrams, helpful advice, and inspirational projects.

Innovation & imagination in contemporary glass beadmaking. 1000 tiny masterpieces. 408 pages, dimensions 200x30mm

Celebrate the amazing evolution of beadwork from a simple craft to expressive art. Every stunning sculpture, vessel, figure, loomed and woven work, free-form installation, and piece of jewelry shown here in glorious color photos is gallery-quality and thoroughly unique. Jennifer MaestreÆs intricate, swooping pencil-point bead sculptures explore form, motion, and space. A. Kimberlin Blackburn has...

Book 500 Brooches. Never before has such an extensive and beautiful collection of brooches been assembled, or photographed to such perfection. Marjorie Simon, a distinguished presence in the jewelry field, chose the pieces, and every one features the fine craftsmanship of a top contemporary jeweler. The breathtaking and provocative styles range from traditional to very avant-garde, and the...

Contemporary interpretations of a timeless form Over 5,000 photos of necklaces Chokers and Collars. Marjorie Schick has been a major force in contemporary jewelry for over 30 years. An active participant in the New Jewelry Movement of the 1970s, her exploration of new materials and experimentation with scale helped create a new language for jewelry. Her particular interest in the marriage of...

ncorporates step-by-step instructions and more than 250 detailed color photos and illustrations to demonstrate wirework techniques including beading, hammering, wrapping and coiling, to create more than 50 exciting accessories. 128 pages.

Beaded lampshades are not only for GrannyÆs end tables. 80 pages, published 2001.