Beaders everywhere-from rank beginners to top-level artists-are discovering the extraordinary creative potential and pleasure of a seemingly simple craft making unique, one-of-a-kind beads from existing beads themselves. This lushly illustrated guide offers them a blast of inspiration, with 40 fabulous designs from some of todays finest beadwork artists. Ranging from understated to pure dazzling glam, these projects showcase a range of innovative techniques. Detailed instructions and photos make the crafting easy, and theres encouragement for readers eager to incorporate their own design ideas.

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The Complete Beader and 39;s Jewelry Collection Never before has creating stunning jewelry been so easy thanks to the vast selection of beads and stones available. This glittering collection features beautiful jewelry designs for bracelets, rings, earrings and necklaces. You will love tailoring jewelry to suit your own personl style with the wide range of sophisticated designs and colors offered in this book. With these beautiful and inspiring designs, you will have no trouble creating your own dazzling jewelry with a unique twist.

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Timeless Techniques with a Twist Chain mail is one of the hottest jewelry trends out there; add beads and the style positively sizzles. Author Dylon Whyte presents his time-tested, time-saving techniques with more than 30 breathtaking projects, ranging from extremely simple to challenging. Projects include a delicate Persian patterned anklet, embellished with tiny silver bells; an amethyst opera-length necklace; and silver earrings shaped like inverted peacock feathers, edged with rings and turquoise beads. Hardcover. 144 pages.

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Whether you have been making beaded jewelry for a lifetime, or are just getting started, the time-tested techniques in this book will have you making stunning beaded jewelry in no time at all - at a fraction of boutique prices. Step-by-step instructions and hundreds of detailed photos will lead you through every facet of beading and offer encouragement along the way.

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With the more than 30 original projects featured in this book and the inspiration to create many more, you are able to match designer jewelry-reflective of your own personal taste-with each outfit you own. Professional designer and self-proclaimed and 39;Beadaholic, and 39; Carole Rodgers enthusiastically shares a striking new approach to the age-old hobby of beading-transforming easily obtainable household objects into distinctive, one-of-a-kind wearable jewelry designs. Using items that can be found in hardware stores, fishing tackle stores, flea markets, glass items, game pieces, cabochons, and other natural objects, you will be beading gifts as individual as you are. Projects, such as the Amethyst Crystal Necklace-made with a pie-shaped slice of amethyst crystal on a chain of amethyst and lavender seed beads, are photographed and accompanied by clear instructions. Basic skills, such as stitches, making neck straps and fringes, and beading around the objects used in the projects, are also explained with detailed, step-by-step instructions. Examples of and 39;found object and 39; jewelry from around the country invoke inspiration to create more unique designs Features instructions for the Spinners and Eye Pins Set, The Marble Moon Man Necklace, and more

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Exquisite Beaded Lampshades Beaded lampshades are not only for Grannys end tables—youll find you can make your own embellished lampshades with a contemporary look. This book covers the basics in wonderful detail. Topics covered include choosing out the right lamp bases, shade frames, shade coverings, globes and cleaning. Projects range from beginner to advanced, from beaded tassels and shelves all the way to ornate, beautiful lampshades.

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Get Started in Beading Learn all about the anatomy of pieces, terminology, bead types, finding types, stringing materials, and more. You will also read about design fundamentals, tips and techniques, and a variety of projects that will help you practice all of the techniques in this book. Projects include basic one-strand stringing, using multiple-strand stringing, using multiple-hole beads, using head and eye pins, bead embroidery, beads and wire, loom weaving and weaving stitches. Includes beautiful full-color photos, comprehensive patterns and illustrations that will guide you to success, one step at a time.

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25 Designs, One Great Value For creative crafters, Beading from Nature is like two books in one. First, it offers a comprehensive guide to the essential tools and techniques for designing and making jewelry. That alone would make this a valuable reference book. But it also provides 25 sophisticated designs, all featuring natural stones and fascinating found objects. Theres a full inventory of beads on the market today, and in-depth advice on designing a personalized piece—how to choose the materials and what elements (like texture, color, weight, and balance) to consider. Wires, chains, knotting, attaching pendants, and creating hanging items all receive close attention. The unique projects include an Amber Chip Bracelet, Onyx Graduated Shell and Ethnic Silver Amulet Pendant, and a Driftwood Necklace. Crystal McDougald is an authority on all things crafty. In addition to being a beader, she is an avid sewer, spearheading the monumental 2006 revision of the bestselling Vogue Sewing.

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Easy Projects with Elegant Heirloom Appeal Vintage style is now—and with its rich colors and classic designs, timeless romanticism and old-world elegance, it and 39;s the look that every jewelry maker and wearer craves. These eye-catching and wide-ranging beaded projects—approximately 50 of them—show exactly why, from dangling cloisonne beads on a rich, velvet ribbon choker to glittering blue and green crystals paired with silver filigree in a stunning necklace-and-earring combo. Even those who have never strung a bead or looped a wire before can make these in no time, thanks to the authors and 39; easy-to-follow guidance and clever ideas for giving tired, old pieces a chic, stylish makeover. Helpful tips, variations, and historical tidbits are scattered throughout, providing additional insight. By Marty Stevens-Heebner and Christine Calla. Marty Stevens-Heebners work is well know after being featured on HGTV, the DIY Network and at arts festivals throughout Southern California.

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Delicate, Luminous, Beautiful It and 39;s no wonder metal filigree components are a jewelers treasure. From antique brass and copper to shimmering silver and gold, they pair perfectly with a variety of beads. This latest entry in the bestselling Beading with series features 33 sophisticated and utterly stylish projects. The techniques are simple; the variety is stunning; and the designs are contemporary and accessible. Learn how to shape filigree components and alter their finish. Discover special techniques for combining the beads with the filigree. Release your creativity on projects packed with high-end style. The Dinner at Eight Necklace weds diamond-shaped filigree connectors with sparkly crystal beads. Whimsical Whirlwind Earrings feature painted filigree and silk ribbon that provide a surprising pop of color. Every piece is gorgeous. Cynthia Deis creates designs for catalogs and department stores under the trade name Bedizen Ornaments. She sells her work in the bead stores Ornamentea and Panopolie, which she and her husband own.

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