The Beading Bible: The Essential Guide to Beads and Beading Techniques

The Beading Bible: The Essential Guide to Beads and Beading Techniques - Paperback

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The Beading Bible: The Essential Guide to Beads and Beading Techniques - Paperback

The Beading Bible: The Essential Guide to Beads and Beading Techniques - Paperback

by Dorothy Wood
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Book Overview

An indispensable guide to beads and beading techniques, presenting essential beading know-how together with a wide range of inspirational projects, tips and ideas.

Beads are the oldest and most widespread art form, having been used in virtually every culture since ancient times. Over the years new materials and methods of making beads have been introduced and now bead workers have a vast array of stunning beads to work with. Beading has also developed over the years and, even though many traditional techniques are still popular, the craft is constantly evolving. With so many techniques, and such a vast array of beads and materials available for the contemporary beader, there is definitely a need for a comprehensive guide. The Beading Bible is just that - an encyclopaedia of beads and beading techniques that aims to educate and inspire anyone who loves working with beads.

The Beading Bible begins by looking at beads themselves; how to choose beads from metal, modelled, gemstone, seed beads and cylinder beads to hex beads, crystals, glass and bugle beads. There are handy tables to help you to understand how beads are measured and bead quantities, as well as advice on choosing bead colours. You are then guided through the basic to more specialist tools and equipment that you will need in beadwork. You will find each beading technique explained in detail throughout the chapters. However, the book begins by giving you the basic knowledge of essential techniques, such as working from a chart and knotting.

The book is divided into eight chapters that cover all the traditional techniques: bead loom weaving, off loom bead stitches, ropes and cords, fringing, netting and tassels, threading and stringing, wire work and jewellery techniques, bead embroidery and even knitting and crochet with beads. Within each chapter you are guided through the basic skills, tools and materials, before tackling more advanced techniques. Inspiration pages will give you interesting ideas using the different techniques, and there are over 30 fabulous projects, ranging from beautiful bags and jewellery to stylish scarves and accessories - perfect excuses for trying out your new skills!
Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, clear diagrams and stunning photography combine to create the must-have resource for beaders of all abilities.
ISBN9781446308868
Author Dorothy Wood
PublisherDavid & Charles
GenreHobbies & interests and Education
FormatPaperback
PublishedSeptember 2021
LanguageENG- English
Pages176
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceAdults
Print SizeStandard Print

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The Beading Bible: The Essential Guide to Beads and Beading Techniques

The Beading Bible: The Essential Guide to Beads and Beading Techniques - Paperback

The Beading Bible: The Essential Guide to Beads and Beading Techniques - Paperback

By Dorothy Wood

About Dorothy Wood

Dorothy Wood is an expert beader, craft designer and author who has written over 20 craft books on a variety of subjects. Her recent titles for David & Charles include the bestselling The Beader's Bible (2008), Crystal Jewellery Creations (2010) and The Bead Jewellery Bible (2011). In 2012 Dorothy became the first UK Ambassador for Swarovski Elements. Dorothy lives in Upper Largo, Fife, Scotland. Visit her website at www.dorothywood.co.uk

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