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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.
From the Publisher
Hundreds and techniques and over 30 step-by-step projects
Bead Loom Weaving
Learn a host of loom techniques including how to set up the loom, weaving, finishing off, making loops and toggles, adding embellishment, fringing and loop edging.
Off Loom Bead Stitches
Learn needle weaving techniques and a range of stitches including square stitch, brick stitch, ladder stitch, herringbone stitch, peyote stitch, right-angle weave and more.
Ropes and Cords
Learn how to make cords using tubular versions of all the bead stitches with interesting helix and spiral cords, plus adding clasps, and finishing with loops, stacks, and frills.
Fringing, Netting and Tassels
Learn how to add decorative beaded fringing to both beadwork and fabric, simple and complex beaded netting patterns, and a wide range of beautiful tassels.
The must-have resource for beaders of all abilities
Threading and Stringing
Learn how to design necklaces, how to use a bead board, simple fastenings with knots, using crimps, knot covers and end cones and even macramé techniques.
Wire Work & Jewelry Techniques
Learn how to cut, bend, twist, and coil wire, how to use a wire jig, how to wrap beads in wire, and how to work with chains, jump rings and other findings.
Bead Embroidery
Learn how to transfer designs onto fabric, a wide variety of bead embroidery stitches and techniques, how to attach sequins, and the basics of tambour embroidery.
Knitting and Crocheting
Learn how to use a bead spinner to create strings that can be used to add beads to your knitting and crochet projects, and how to stitch wire bead mesh.
Publisher : David & Charles (September 14, 2021)
Language : English
Paperback : 176 pages
ISBN-10 : 1446308863
ISBN-13 : 978-1446308868
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 8.5 x 0.5 x 10.75 inches
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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.
From the Publisher
Hundreds and techniques and over 30 step-by-step projects
Bead Loom Weaving
Learn a host of loom techniques including how to set up the loom, weaving, finishing off, making loops and toggles, adding embellishment, fringing and loop edging.
Off Loom Bead Stitches
Learn needle weaving techniques and a range of stitches including square stitch, brick stitch, ladder stitch, herringbone stitch, peyote stitch, right-angle weave and more.
Ropes and Cords
Learn how to make cords using tubular versions of all the bead stitches with interesting helix and spiral cords, plus adding clasps, and finishing with loops, stacks, and frills.
Fringing, Netting and Tassels
Learn how to add decorative beaded fringing to both beadwork and fabric, simple and complex beaded netting patterns, and a wide range of beautiful tassels.
The must-have resource for beaders of all abilities
Threading and Stringing
Learn how to design necklaces, how to use a bead board, simple fastenings with knots, using crimps, knot covers and end cones and even macramé techniques.
Wire Work & Jewelry Techniques
Learn how to cut, bend, twist, and coil wire, how to use a wire jig, how to wrap beads in wire, and how to work with chains, jump rings and other findings.
Bead Embroidery
Learn how to transfer designs onto fabric, a wide variety of bead embroidery stitches and techniques, how to attach sequins, and the basics of tambour embroidery.
Knitting and Crocheting
Learn how to use a bead spinner to create strings that can be used to add beads to your knitting and crochet projects, and how to stitch wire bead mesh.
Publisher : David & Charles (September 14, 2021)
Language : English
Paperback : 176 pages
ISBN-10 : 1446308863
ISBN-13 : 978-1446308868
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 8.5 x 0.5 x 10.75 inches
Reviewer: grandma turner
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Full of good information. Has been able to answer all my questions.
Review: This book is the best instructional and informational book on beading I’ve found. Found out better ways of doing what I already do and gives great info and pictures on others types of beading I’ve wanted to try.
Reviewer: sandra reyes
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Book
Review: The book is very helpful. Iâm glad I ordered it.
Reviewer: Marta
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Amazing book for beginners!
Review: I love this book! Instructions are easy to follow and itâs amazing book for the price.
Reviewer: Jennifer L Wakley
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Beading bible
Review: Good overview with projects explaining how to do different types of beadwork. The Author briefly touches on each type, and then has a project to help the reader learn how to do that type of beadwork. I am brand new to beading, and I will say that for some of the beading projects that I have had zero knowledge about how to do that type lf beadwork, I was left a bit confused with the instructions. Like perhaps I should have had some prior knowledge of how to do that type of beadwork. Overall, this book as I stated before, provides a good brief overview of all the different types of beadwork, without overly explaining any of them.
Reviewer: Sandra Tillotson
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Very informative book.
Review: This is a good book to get if you are getting started in jewelery making. It has clear instructions with pictures.
Reviewer: Roberta Zuver
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Learning
Review: Good projects
Reviewer: Kindle Customer
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Great book
Review: I love this book it’s helped me so much
Reviewer: Lou
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Inspirational, I wouldnât necessarily do the projects in there but the book is informative enough to extrapolate.
Reviewer: Jenny Chiang
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Like the book and recommended book.
Reviewer: Virginia
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: I’ve purchased two beading bibles by this author and this is by far the best. Obviously this one stayed with me.
Reviewer: barclays
Rating: 2.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: The back cover of the book was damaged and back pages creased. Not suitable as a gift.It did arrive on time and the packaging was perfect.
Reviewer: Amamum
Rating: 1.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: When I first looked inside before buying this book they showed it as a bead and jewelry making. But all these books do is show pictures around the croquet! I returned as the price is too high for a topic am just slightly interested to learn. So my star reflects the misleading title not the quality of croquet lessons one may or can appreciate in it!
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