The Complete Guide to Beading Techniques: 30 Decorative Projects

by Jane Davis

This is the most complete volume of beading techniques on the market, filled with gorgeous photos of antique and contemporary beadwork that will inspire beaders of any skill level. After learning about the basic terms and tools, readers will explore each technique, including beadweaving, crochet, tambourwork, and wirework, and complete a sampler to reinforce the skill learned. Finally, author Jane Davis offers 30 elegant projects for the home, jewelry box, and sewing room, ranging in difficulty from beginner to expert. - Complete guide of beading techniques, including the brick and ladder stitch, peyote stitch, knitting, and tatting- 30 beautiful step-by-step projects, such as table settings, Christmas ornaments, lampshades, a purse, pincushion, and business card holder- Perfect for beaders of all skill levels

Genres: Beading, Crafts, Jewellery, Nonfiction

160 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2001

Reviews

[Sheryl · Rating 3 out of 5]

I have not tried any of the techniques -- rather, I've done some beading of various kinds (loom beading, cross stitch beading), but I haven't done any following the instructions in this book. I don't love all the projects, and I'm not crazy about the numerous pictures of examples with no instructions, but OTOH I liked some of the projects, there are a fair number of them, and I think it gives a good overview of the different ways to use beads. And I liked the sampler at the end, which incorporates various mini-projects from the other sections.

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[Penny Byrne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved

Your books was a gift to myself and what a treat! It gave me many ideas and I can't wait to start beading. Thanks