Bead Power : A Magical Journey into the World of Beads

by Manzi, Carolyn

• ISBN13: 9780609808733
• ISBN10: 0609808737
• Format: Trade Paper
• Copyright: 2001-10-01
• Publisher: Three Rivers Press

Summary

InBead Power, Carolyn Manzi traces the historical and cultural significance of beads and beading, while telling how she herself came to love beads. With easy to understand instructions on making your own beautiful beaded items,Bead Powerencourages you to embrace beading both as an art, and as a delightful means of self-expression and personal growth.

Author Biography

Carolyn Manzi is and artist, a writer, and a jewelry designer. She has lived in and taught in France, Japan, Mexico, Italy, and Costa Rica. She now lives in Sonoma, California.

Table of Contents

The Magic of Beads	13	(152)
My First Beads	17	(20)
The Bead Connection	37	(14)
A History of Beads	51	(18)
The Bead Journey	69	(11)
The Secret Inner Language of Beads: A Book Within a Book	80	(55)
Beading in the World	135	(30)
Bead Here Now	165	(68)
My Favorite Beads	167	(3)
Tools and Supplies	170	(2)
My Favorite Music to Bead By	172	(50)
Instructions for Making Bead Projects	173	(1)
The Power Circle and Ritual	174	(5)
The Manifestation Bracelet and Ritual	179	(7)
The Abundance Necklace and Ritual	186	(8)
The Dream Catcher and Ritual	194	(7)
The Transformation Rattle and Ritual	201	(6)
The Spirit Doll and Ritual	207	(5)
The Prayer Flag and Ritual	212	(4)
The God Gourd and Ritual	216	(6)
``Bead'' in Many Languages	222	(3)
Bead Societies and Museums	225	(8)
Bibliography	233	(2)
Acknowledgments	235	(2)
A Final Word	237	(2)
Information on workshops, ordering jewelry, and other products	239