Beading A beginner's guide to beading techniques [Paperback]

This practical review of bead jewelry making techniques offers straightforward instructions and clear step-by-step diagrams. Three simple practice projects are provided for making a pair of earrings, a simple necklace, and fringing a scarf, plus a guide to weaving beads on a loom.

Designed with the absolute beginner in mind, this book also serves as an excellent refresher course. It offers a practical review of bead jewelry making techniques, with straightforward instructions and clear step-by-step diagrams. Readers are taken back to the very beginning to help them learn about the tools they will need, how to care for them, and the materials they will work with. Three simple practice projects are provided for making a pair of earrings, a simple necklace, and fringing a scarf. A guide to weaving beads on a loom includes two easy-to-follow beadweaving designs plus advice for creating original designs.Beading is an immensely satisfying craft that can be taken up by anyone blessed with a little patience and the desire to create beautiful objects by hand. This practical step-by-step workbook provides all the know-how you'll need to start making bead jewelry successfully.Inside you'll find:? Clear instructions and step-by-step diagrams? Information on techniques, tools, and materials? Guide to weaving beads on a loom? Simple practice projects to try at home? Advice for creating your own designsOther Craft Workbook titles:o Embroidery o Cross Stitch o Knitting & Crochet o Patchwork o Quilting & Appliqu?? o Sewing o Soft Toys