The Beader's Companion

by Judith Durant, Jean Campbell

Revamped, expanded, and still meticulously thorough, this reference is an essential tool for both experienced and new beadworkers. The original authors, both among the craft's most respected beaders, have revisited and revised the previous edition to bring it up to date with today's bead world. New products, such as stringing materials and synthetic waxes, are discussed, along with time-saving tricks and tips for every aspect of beading. Sections about off-loom stitches, stringing, finishing techniques such as picot edging and branched fringe, and embroidering, knitting, and crocheting with beads all feature updated instructions along with a new section on semiprecious stones. Full of definitions and illustrations, the book's step-by-step instructions, reference charts, and project photos inform and inspire.

Genres: Beading, Nonfiction, Crafts, Jewellery, Reference

112 pages, Hardcover

First published May 1, 1998

About the author

Judith Durant is a knitter and beadworker as well as author and editor of several books on both subjects. Trained as a theatrical costume designer, she took a circuitous route through various costume shops in New York, on to a New York theatrical book publishing house, and then to Interweave Press in Colorado, where she was book editor and one of the founding editors of Interweave Knits.

Judith is currently a freelance writer, editor, designer, and teacher based in Massachusetts. She has more than 25 years of experience in publishing and a wealth of experience in many crafts. Judith can help you with editorial project management, design development and pattern writing, and technical and copy editing. Judith is also available to teach workshops at your shop or guild meeting.

Reviews

[Kathleen]

A great reference for the aspiring beader who doesn't know where to start! The diagrams and explanations of each stich are very helpful. There are some sample projects in the back, plus blank stich diagrams for planning your own design!

[Merrymary]

somewhat outdated... not surprisingly!

[Mary Kate]

i had to read this for a book report for a how to but it was still really good!!

[Dori]

A must have reference for new beaders!

[Mckinley]

Helpful once you start to create your own stuff. Not that advanced when I looked at this.

[laura scheneman]

Good read for beginners

This brief book illustrates basic techniques for those wanting to learn the art of beading. Deserves five star rating. Excellent