Quick & Easy Beading: 15 step-by-step projects : simple to make, stunning results

by Bellingham, Robin; Glover, Hana; Hewitt, Jema

• ISBN13: 9781580112017
• ISBN10: 1580112013
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-09-01
• Publisher: Fox Chapel Pub Co Inc

Summary

Beadwork is a wonderful craft subject because so many different effects can be created with minimal equipment and easily learned skills. Beads come in all shapes and sizes and can be used to embellish items such as cushions and bags as well as to create delicate jewelry items, from earrings to bracelets. The 15 projects use a variety of techniques, including stringing, embroidery, and weaving. Over 145 color photographs highlight the instructions and finished projects.

Author Biography

Robin Bellingham, Hana Glover, and Jema Hewitt have worked together on beading workshops and design projects for a number of years. Hana and Robin run a retail beading outlet that also offers courses. Jema Hewitt is a freelance writer, designer, and dressmaker.

Table of Contents

Introduction	6	(2)
Materials	8	(5)
Tools	13	(1)
Techniques	14	(4)
Crystal stretch bracelet	18	(4)
Semiprecious stone earrings	22	(4)
Sunset crystal necklace	26	(4)
Beaded hair comb	30	(4)
Turquoise charm bracelet	34	(4)
Victorian drop necklace	38	(4)
Candy-stripe bead choker	42	(4)
Embroidered bag	46	(4)
Bead-loom bracelet	50	(4)
Beaded pillow tassel	54	(4)
Flower choker card	58	(4)
Spiral-rope bracelet	62	(4)
Knotted pearl necklace	66	(4)
Figure-eight earrings	70	(4)
Star choker necklace	74	(4)
Templates	78	(1)
Suppliers	79	(1)
Index	80