Beading for Beginners |
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Author:
| Ganderton, Lucinda |
ISBN: | 978-0-7641-5865-0 |
Publication Date: | Sep 2005 |
Publisher: | B.E.S. Publishing
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Book Format: | Hardback |
List Price: | USD $16.99 |
Book Description:
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First-time bead crafters--including style-conscious teens--will find inspiration for making necklaces, bracelets, and modish personal accessories. If they choose, they can even learn to make their own beads from a variety of different materials. The book begins with instruction in basic beading methods that include threading, loom weaving, attaching fasteners, embroidery, wirework, tassel-making, and knotting and crocheting. As beginners grow familiar with these clearly explained...
More DescriptionFirst-time bead crafters--including style-conscious teens--will find inspiration for making necklaces, bracelets, and modish personal accessories. If they choose, they can even learn to make their own beads from a variety of different materials. The book begins with instruction in basic beading methods that include threading, loom weaving, attaching fasteners, embroidery, wirework, tassel-making, and knotting and crocheting. As beginners grow familiar with these clearly explained techniques, they progress through 25 projects that include--
- A charm bracelet with freshwater pearls
- A wire bracelet with Venetian style beads
- A necklace of tumbled rock crystal beads on monofilament
- Bead decorations for a denim jacket's pockets and seams
- A customized purse and makeup bag with glued-on buttons and beads
and 20 more
Focusing on fashion that has appeal to teens and women of virtually all ages, and presented with clear, easy-to-follow, illustrated instructions, Beading for Beginners shows inexperienced bead crafters how to create their own attractive jewelry, purses, tassels, and other items quickly and with a minimum of fuss. Instructive diagrams and chic color illustrations throughout.