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Beadwork - General Beadwork Techniques (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 128 pages, colour (2007) £17.95 + £2.50 p&p (Code no sp3901) Following on from Diane’s very popular self-published booklets Zulu Beaded Chain Techniques and More Zulu Beadwork, this is a major book devoted to the techniques of weaving and stringing used by Zulu women. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 80 pages, colour (2007) £9.99 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3902) If you like creating jewellery from facetted and crystal beads, then the 30 stunning rings, necklaces and bracelets in this book, in both traditional and ethnic designs are guaranteed to fire your imagination. All are made from beads which are widely available, and woven using simple techniques which are explained clearly with step-by-step instructions and colour diagrams. Also make beaded beads and tassels which you can combine with your jewellery to create personalised designs. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 128 pages, colour (2007) £16.99 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3903) Facetted beads and crystals are the jewellery designer's favourite element. In Create Jewelry Crystals (in the same series as Create Jewelry Pearls) the authors, who are the editors of Interweave Press Beadwork magazine, combine stories about the history, science and culture of crystals (with entertaining quotes, anecdotes and images throughout history) with gorgeous designs.Twenty glamorous wearable designs draw on a range of exciting techniques and the latest in crystal colours and shapes in 3 project sections - Classic, Special Occasion and Fashion-Forward. There is also a section on techniques and findings, and another on colour and size charts for crystal shapes and colours. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Wire Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(hardback) 128 pages, colour (2006) £16.95 + £ 3.00 p&p (Code no sp3904) A fresh inventive approach to bead and wire jewellery. There's never been a better time to create sophisticated and chic jewellery because of the many wonderful beads and types of wire now available. A range of styles is reflected in 43 projects (by 20 of the best contemporary designers) which include a pair of filigree-inspired earrings with far-eastern flair and an exotic bangle which uses a row of tiny beads held in place with fluid silver wire coils. Gleaming, sparkling and simply beautiful, the contemporary pieces in this collection are distinct from the jewellery typically made with beads and wire. . |
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Beadwork - Braiding and Macramé (MORE in this category)
(hardback) 160 pages, colour (2007) £17.95 + £ 4.95 p&p (Code no sp3868) An excellent book on the art of making elaborate knots and decorative braids using Chinese knotting techniques. In this book Lydia focuses on the use of Chinese knots as fashion accessories hair ornaments, earrings, necklaces, pendants, brooches, belts, bracelets and rings, and as accents on clothing and other everyday items. There are 9 basic knots, 19 compound knots (more complex combinations & variations) and 5 tassel designs which form the basis of the 135 knot formations illustrated in full colour throughout the book. It was originally published in English in 1983, and twenty four years on this is a new edition. |
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Beadwork - Embroidery/textile techniques (MORE in this category)
(hardback) 112 pages, colour (2007) £13.95 + £ 3.25 p&p (Code no sp3867) This book combines felting and jewellery-making techniques to create stunning earrings, necklaces, bracelets and other pieces. Learn how to craft a flat sheet of felt that can be cut or rolled, make sculptural shapes, add embellishments, including embroidery and beading, and more. There are 20 projects ranging in style from contemporary and playful to chic and sophisticated. . |
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Beadwork - Braiding and Macramé (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 160 pages, colour (2004) £9.99 + £ 3.25 p&p (Code no sp3866) Tassel Making is a definitive contemporary approach to the beautiful art of passementerie, with 40 original projects, step-by-step photographic instructions (over 350 photographs). Items include curtain tie-backs, light pulls, key tassels, cushions, tie-backs, accessories and hangings. Includes a comprehensive guide to materials, threads, equipment and techniques. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 128 pages, colour (2007) £12.99 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3865) 35 enchanting designs inspired by the art of the Celts by British jewellery designer and maker Linda Jones, whose other books Creating Wire & Bead Jewellery and Making Colourful Wire & Bead Jewellery have been good sellers. 35 rings, kilt pins, charm bracelets, spiral chains and necklaces trace the intricate curves, knots, swirls and symbols of Celtic art. Step by step photographs show exactly how to make each piece. Modern and traditional designs include professional tips and finishing touches. Hand-manipulated wire but also includes decorative jig pattern designs!! . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 128 pages, colour (2007) £12.99 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3864) Jewellery made from beads and buttons, felt and wire, strung on ribbon, leather or twine is becoming more and more popular. This book features a range of projects from sophisticated pearl and ribbon necklaces to fun felt and bead designs, stylish chiffon chokers and drop-bead ribbon bracelets to crocheted flower garlands and rosebud corsages. Requiring no specialist equipment, each of the 35 projects are explained in easy-to-follow fully illustrated steps and also include variations. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 128 pages, colour (2007) £14.99 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3863) Seventh in a series of books from Interweave Press. Beadwork Creates & (six previous titles include Beadwork Creates Earrings, Rings, Bracelets, Necklaces, Bags and Beads). This one is in a bigger format and is a dazzling collection of 40 designs with dozens of projects for earrings, rings, bracelets and necklaces from top-notch bead designers. Designs feature peyote stitch, brick stitch, right-angle weave, bead embroidery, bead crochet, stringing and wirework. . |
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Beadwork - General Beadwork Techniques (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 112 pages, colour (2007) £12.95 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3862) This book follows Sheilah Cleary s other best-seller Beading from Beginner to Beyond and like the first book, it combines simple instructions, photographs and easy-to-understand diagrams. There are six different beading techniques, each with three different examples showcasing the technique. Whether you re a beginner, still at the intermediate stage, or already an advanced beader, there will be a project to suit. There is a great variety of styles and beaded items, including a mobile phone holder, purse, pill box, necklaces, bracelets and more. Plus a full colour gallery of 20 beautifully beaded pieces from necklaces and bracelets, to earrings, purses and even a beaded mask. . |
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Beadwork - Embroidery/textile techniques (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 128 pages, colour (2007) £16.95 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3861) This book from best-selling author of Creative Cloth Doll Making (& related titles) also features the extraordinary talents of doll maker Anne Hesse and bead designer Laura McCabe. It includes patterns for one cloth doll along with diagrams and complete instructions for head-t-toe beading techniques. Also illustrated step-by-step instructions for creating 3 beautiful beaded dolls, with insights into unique beading techniques for faces, embellishments. Garments, accessories, wings and more. There is a gallery of variations from other top international doll artists for more inspiration. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Wire Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 16 pages, colour (2006) £5.25 + £ 1.25 p&p (Code no sp3860) The elegant style and delicate appearance of shaped silver )(and silver-coloured) wire enhances the natural beauty of beads. This book enables you to create gorgeous one-of-a-kind jewellery with basic wire techniques. Many projects and variations. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Wire Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 64 pages, colour (2007) £8.99 + £ 1.50 p&p (Code no sp3859) This book shows the reader how to create 27 original and exciting projects using wire, beads, metallic threads and basic knitting skills. If you can cast on and knit a row, you have all the skills you need to make structured fabrics, beautiful bags, decorative flowers, sparkling braids, fairy collars, spiral scarves and more! . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 20 pages, colour (2007) £3.95 + £ 1.25 p&p (Code no sp3858) Many times at non-beading events I have been asked by customers - "I want to do some threading. Have you got an absolute basic book that's not too expensive to start me off?" Well here it is, and at £3.95 this is an excellent value book, which, with a few beads, needles, Nymo thread, basic findings and some pliers and wire, will start someone off. It has sections on materials and equipment, basic tips, adding clasps, getting started, knotting, plaiting & looping, variations, lariats, layers, accents and working with wire. This is the second book in the series which aims to inspire the complete novice to create their own jewellery. The first was Beginners Beading Basics 1 and the Beadworkers' Guild promise more of these little books on different topics so watch this space! . |
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Beadwork - Beadwork in the Home (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 112 pages, colour (2007) £12.99 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3857) A dazzling collection of over 35 delightful beaded gifts and decorations, guaranteed to make one s Christmas sparkle. Includes eye catching candle centrepieces, tree decorations, festive lights and hangings, gifts and cards and Christmas wrapping, and designs range from the classic to the contemporary using a wide range of beading techniques including loom weaving, bead embroidery and beads on wire. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 120 pages, colour (2007) £16.99 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3856) This book contains many luxurious designs to make and wear using pearls which have captured our imagination for centuries. The authors are the editors of Interweave Press Beadwork magazine and in this book they combine stories about these irresistable sensuous gems with gorgeous designs to inspire and delight the modern jewellery maker. They use natural and imitation pearls alike and have sections on Classics, Special Occasions, and Fashion Forward designs. 20 stylish designs for stringing and beadweaving, tips on selecting and caring for pearls, sidebars on the history, science and culture of pearls, and quotes, anecdotes and images of pearls through the years. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 48 pages, colour (2007) £7.95 + £ 1.25 p&p (Code no sp3852) Fourth in Christi Friesen's 'Beyond Projects' series where detailed photos, step-by-step instructions and a quirky sense of humour make this series a great way to explore sculpting with polymer clay, no matter what the skill level. This book is full of feline fun. The big cats lions and tigers and pumas roar to life as focal beads, masks and sculptures. Not to be outdone, a parade of kitties and moggies will show who really rules. Throughout this book, embellishments of beads, fibres and surface treatments will make this a book you want to cuddle up with! |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 60 pages, colour (2006) £13.95 + £ 1.50 p&p (Code no sp3847) An easy to learn new technique and design idea with tips and detailed colour photos. Grab a few of your favourite treasures and let the fun begin! This method for making beaded treasure necklaces means you can create so many different looks, including one that s uniquely your own. Working with this book has been said to be like having the author by the reader s side teaching a one-to-one! . |
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Beadwork - Embroidery/textile techniques (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 128 pages, colour (2006) £12.99 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3846) This inspirational book is packed with 150 couture designs for borders, backgrounds, motifs, edgings and fringes using simple techniques and inexpensive materials. Each design features a beautifully photographed swatch, a clear diagram showing type and placement of stitches and beads and a list of all the embellishments required. Key skills are fully explained from transferring designs to methods for beaded appliqué and direct application, and a handy stitch library provides step-by-step instructions for all the embroidery stitches you will need. . |
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Beadwork - Embroidery/textile techniques (MORE in this category)
(hardback, internal comb-bound) 120 pages, colour (2006) £15.99 + £ 3.00 p&p (Code no sp3845) Bead by bead, stitch by stitch, this concise technique book shows you how to add bead embellishments to your work. Larkin gives you a comprehensive look at tools and materials, covering all types of fabrics, threads, needles, glues and stabilisers. She then introduces beads commonly used in embroidery and also tips for wearability, washability and caring for beaded fabrics. Learn the basic stitches, create edges and fringes, and bead around cabochons. An ultimate technique resource. . |
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Making Your Own Beads (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 80 pages, colour (2005) £18.95 + £ 1.50 p&p (Code no sp3844) Comprehensive instruction book directly from the master artist who originated the kiln formed bracelet technique. Create 3-dimensional art glass bracelets using specialised techniques and tools which Jayne developed. She reveals her secrets using action photos and easy to understand instructions. Thirteen chapters covering tools, sizing, preparation, bracelet forming, adjustments, embossing, cane fabrication, pattern bar making, plus much more. These bracelets will offer glass fusers and jewellery makers alike a delightful way to expand their skills. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 128 pages, colour (2006) £12.99 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3843) Raid the button box and transform forgotten treasures into stylish, desirable jewellery. Combine vintage and modern buttons with beautiful beads and pearls to create an array of stunning accessories. Over 25 versatile designs include necklaces, bracelets, brooches and hairslides. Easy-to-follow techniques range from simple gluing and threading to more adventurous beading ideas. Antique, mother-of-pearl or wood gorgeous buttons become unique pieces of jewellery. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 24 pages, colour (2006) £6.99 + £ 1.00 p&p (Code no sp3842) Many different designs for necklaces and bracelets, plus a few brooches and stick-pins. Use all sorts of buttons, from tiny doll-size ones to big coat buttons, packs of decorative buttons in all shapes colours and sizes from craft shops, second hand and vintage buttons etc! Bring together an assortment of buttons and beads, using jewellery tools, cords and threads, elastic, wire and findings. See also Beaded Earrings, Christmas Decorations, Daisy Chains, Loom Weaving and Beaded Mandalas from this publisher. . |
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Beadwork - Loom Beading (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 24 pages, colour (2006) £6.99 + £ 1.00 p&p (Code no sp3841) Includes a guide to beads and equipment a section all about looms and how to prepare it. Patterns for hairslides, bracelets, bookmarks with fringes, lariats, bangles, amulet bags, a split-loom necklace and also a blank pattern chart for making your own designs. See also Beaded Earrings, Christmas Decorations, Daisy Chains, Button Jewellery and Beaded Mandalas from this publisher. . |
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Beadwork - Rings (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 64 pages, colour (2006) £7.99 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3840) Originally published in France in 2004 as Irrésistible Bagues des Perles, this book has a collection of over 30 sparkling new ring designs using a glittering variety of beads. Make rings from simply stylish to opulently eye-catching. Close-up photos show the rings in detail, and simple step-by-step instructions and clear diagrams make each project easy to follow. Excellent value book! . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 16 pages, colour (2006) £5.25 + £ 1.25 p&p (Code no sp3839) Another great Design Original book with designs with simple crystals, seed beads, pearls and cylinders, using basic threading equipment to make custmised pieces for every occasion. Also includes a description and guide to the various names of necklace lengths from the collar at 12 -13 , through matinee at 20 -24 , to rope or lariat at 45 +. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 144 pages, colour (2006) £17.99 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3838) 75+ fabulous design ideas for jewellery (including tiaras), invitations, wedding finery, flowers, reception décor, gifts, accessories, bags and much more! This is both a how-to manual and an inspirational guide. Plenty of ideas for beginners and innovation for skilled beaders. Techniques include threading, crimping, wire wrapping, bead embroidery, loomwork, simple fringe and knotting, among others. . |
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Beadwork - General Beadwork Techniques (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 16 pages, colour (2006) £5.25 + £ 1.25 p&p (Code no sp3837) Collect the Easy-Does-It series! Each booklet in this Bead & Button magazine collection gives you all the instructions you need to make beautiful, fashionable beaded projects at an excellent value price. Easy Bead Stitches: Netting uses one of the easiest beading stitches to learn simply link rows of beads to make a fabric resembling a fisherman s net. Create many shapes and textures with one versatile stitch sleek bandsm ruffled flowers, lacy stars, basic tubes and more. 7 great jewellery projects for necklaces and bracelets. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 128 pages, colour (2007) £12.99 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3827) Step-by-step techniques for creating beautiful ornamental beads from polymer clay, a versatile and easy-to-use material which lends itself to a wonderful array of shapes and decorative effects perfect for making everything from simple spacers to elaborate feature beads. Techniques from conditiong raw clay and making basic shapes to decorating them with foils, powders and millefiori. Faux effects such as amber, ivory, turquoise and silver. Galleries by internationally renowned artists. Up-to-date information about equipment and safe working practices. . |
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Beadwork - General Beadwork Techniques (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 128 pages, colour (2006) £12.95 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3869) This book guides you through the basics of the daisy chain technique to create a stylish collection of beautiful accessories. It is crammed with inspirational designs and creative ideas for beginners to experienced beaders. The 40 inspirational projects from necklaces and chokers to brooches and bracelets as well as bags, rings and even beaded butterflies are not just simple designs, but complex creations using the same technique as a simple chain. Also very useful empty charts in daisy chain graphs for designing all sizes of your own pieces. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 48 pages, colour (2007) £7.95 + £ 1.25 p&p (Code no sp3850) Eleventh in the series of books from the Netherlands which have instructions in English, Dutch, French and German (See also Weaving Delight, Beads, Bead Fantasy, Bead Magic, Rings, Jewelry Sets, Bead Flowers, Bead Creations, Net Weave and Bead Parade). Lots of new designs for earrings, necklaces, tassels & rings using beaded beads made mainly from different sizes of pearlised beads, seed beads, facetted beads and other feature beads. . |
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Beadwork - Christmas Decorations
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(paperback) 64 pages, colour (2007) £6.50 + £ 1.25 p&p (Code no sp3851) Even though the text is in German there are excellent diagrammatic pattern sheet instructions for many different designs of wire-beaded Christmas stars and figures and other shapes (bells, hearts, balls etc). Also a pattern for decorating a tea-light holder with a beaded Christmas star pattern |
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Beadwork - General Beadwork
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(paperback spiral bound) 56 pages, colour (2007) £10.00 + £ 1.50 p&p (Code no sp3849) This book was written by members of the Minerva Beaders group and explores a basic technique, but develops it into an exciting and enticing selection of beaded ropes for the reader to try. The book is a project which supports Bangari and Tsokodeka primary Schools in Zimbabwe, Southern Africa. . |
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Beadwork - Animals &
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(hardback) 60 + 16 pages, colour (2007) £9.95 + £ 3.75 p&p (Code no sp3848) Even though the text is in German there is a separate insert which is an excellent diagrammatic pattern book of instructions for all kinds of wire-beaded animals including dogs, deer, mountain goats, frogs, ducks, parrots, birds, storks and flamingoes, penguins, fish, puffins, seals, kangaroos, pandas, monkeys, lions, eagles, raccoons, tortoises. Most 3-D, some animals are 2-D. . |
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Beadwork - Animals &
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(hardback) 76 pages, colour (2006) £9.95 + £ 3.75 p&p (Code no sp3833) Even though the text is in German there are excellent diagrammatic pattern sheet instructions for wire-beaded swans & cygnets, fish, penguins, seals, crocodiles (+ young & eggs), cockatoo, horse and pony, fox and rabbits, squirrel, cats, birds, weasels, parrots, pelicans, dolphins, reindeer, sno fox and snow rabbit, porcuypines, camels, kingfishers, elephants, etc. Most 3-D, some animals are 2-D. |
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Beadwork - Animals &
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(paperback) 32 pages, colour (2007) £6.25 + £ 1.25 p&p (Code no sp3834) Even though the text is in German there are excellent diagrammatic pattern sheet instructions for wire-beaded cats, penguins, fish and whales, cows, bears, reindeer (all 2-D), snake and frog, chaffinch and rabbits, lizards, dogs, albatross, horse and pony (all 3-D). |
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Beadwork - Animals &
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(hardback) 96 pages, colour (2006) £13.95 + £ 3.75 p&p (Code no sp3835) Create a menagerie of glittering beaded critters from penguins to a cobra, these adorable creatures are fun to create using a variety of tiny seed beads in a ranbow of colours. Choose from duckling, rooster, honey bear, owl, weasel, fawn, fox, mole, shrew, lantern bug, dog, young seal, red and blue poison arrow frogs, dragonfly, octopus, orca, clownfish, angelfish, seahorse, king penguin, swan, birds, chipmunks, anteater. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead
Jewellery (MORE
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(paperback) 28 pages, colour (2006) £16.95 + £ 1.50 p&p (Code no sp3814) This is the first in an intended series of five books on micro macramé. It introduces (or re-introduces) the reader to basic macramé knotting techniques, providing extra tips, instructions and information about supplies for easy, fun necklaces and bracelets. There are 8 new and original projects for necklaces and bracelets, from beginner to intermediate levels. The second book (The 2nd All New Micro Macrame It's Back with a Vengeance) expands the projects to include fibre, options/variations and freeform design, while building on the reader's experience and knowledge from Book 1. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 128 pages, colour (2006) £12.99 + £ 2.50 p&p (Code no sp3822) This is Barbara's second book on making bead jewellery which has over 100 new jewellery designs to make and wear. They include simply strung bracelets, bold pendant, elaborate necklaces, striking earrings and other eye-catching accessories. There are easy to follow instructions and clear artworks and photographs showing techniques. Barbara's first book Making Beaded Jewellery (formerly A World of Beads) is still in print and has been a best-seller since 1995! |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 80 pages, colour (2006) £13.95 + £ 1.50 p&p (Code no sp3824) Bead Fantasies IV - The Ultimate Collection of Beautiful Easy-to-Make Jewelry is the fourth of four books by the same author coming out of Japan which has been translated into English and includes many patterns for making all kinds of pieces of jewellery. Many beautiful patterns and designs for necklaces, earrings, chokers, rings and brooches. .. |
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Beadwork - Christmas Decorations (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 28 pages, colour (2006) £14.50 + £ 1.75 p&p (Code no sp3825) The sixth of Karen's wonderful series of beaded ornament cover patterns. Here are 4 more new designs - Victoria, Filigree, Cascade & Waterfall, and Regalia, with multiple colourful variations for each, and detailed lists of the type and number of beads required. Lots of colour photos and detailed colour diagrams. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(hardbac) 128 pages, colour (2006) £16.95 + £ 3.50 p&p (Code no sp3826) There are lots of books which have projects made with crystals, seed beads and small beads, but this is a book about making simply fabulous jewellery with big, beautiful beads. The projects will allow the reader to make fabulous designs with the popular large beads becoming available today - from iridescent dichroic glass segments to opulent gemstones. Whether your preferred look is retro, boho, traditional or contemporary, you'll find lots of suitable necklaces bracelets and earring in here! . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 48 pages, colour (2005) £7.95 + £ 1.25 p&p (Code no sp3828) First in Christi Friesen's 'Beyond Projects' series where detailed photos, step-by-step instructions and a quirky sense of humour make this series a great way to explore sculpting with polymer clay, no matter what the skill level. This book shows how to make focal beads and other delights in the shape of amusing dragons . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 48 pages, colour (2006) £7.95 + £ 1.25 p&p (Code no sp3829) Second in Christi Friesen's 'Beyond Projects' series where detailed photos, step-by-step instructions and a quirky sense of humour make this series a great way to explore sculpting with polymer clay, no matter what the skill level. This book shows how to make focal beads and other sculptures in the form of exotic flowers and leaves, furry creatures, bugs and frogs. It also uses inclusive embellishments including pearls, semi-precious stones and beads. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 48 pages, colour (2006) £7.95 + £ 1.25 p&p (Code no sp3830) Third in Christi Friesen's 'Beyond Projects' series where detailed photos, step-by-step instructions and a quirky sense of humour make this series a great way to explore sculpting with polymer clay, no matter what the skill level. This book shows how to swim through making sea turtles, fish, sea horses, starfish and a myriad of other ocean fun. The emphasis is on colour, composition and creativity, but the real treat is seeing how to add embellishments of pearls, semi-precious stones, shells and beads to your creations. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 128 pages, colour (2006) £12.99 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3831) Charms have been prized since ancient times for bringing good fortune, healing and protection. This beautifully written guide reveals how to make beguiling charm bracelets, earrings, necklaces and more - all the reader needs are pliers, wire or chain and their favourite charms and gemstones. 50 step-by-step projects and easy to follow techniques. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 128 pages, colour (2006) £12.99 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3832) Bold, glamorous jewellery with big beads is back, and easy to create for yourselves! Choose from 35 quick but very stylish projects to make a strong but elegant statement using a range of natural shapes and colours, from mother-of-pearl buttons to crystals and chunky glass beads. Included are detailed step-by-step photographs, plus all the techniques you'll need to make beautiful gifts with a professional touch. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 56 pages, colour photos b/w diags (2006) £4.99 + £ 1.25 p&p (Code no sp3836) If you have ever considered making your own bead jewellery, this excellent value book by Irish author Stacey Neilson is the place to start. Inside there are 18 basic jewellery projects laid out in a simple step-by-step guide, clearly illustrated with diagrams and comprehensively explained. It covers everything from tools and materials to the best way of making a sliding knot! . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 48 pages, colour (2006) ££7.95 + £ 1.25 p&p (Code no sp3801) Ninth in the series of books from the Netherlands which have instructions in English, Dutch, French and German (See also Bead Fantasy, Bead Magic, Rings, Jewelry Sets, Bead Flowers, Bead Creations, Net Weave, Beads and Bead Parade).From the author of Net Weave, lots of new designs for bracelets, necklaces & pendants using mainly different sizes of pearlised beads, seed beads, facetted beads and other feature beads. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 48 pages, colour (2006) £7.95 + £ 1.25 p&p (Code no sp3802) Tenth in the series of books from the Netherlands which have instructions in English, Dutch, French and German (See also Weaving Delight, Bead Fantasy, Bead Magic, Rings, Jewelry Sets, Bead Flowers, Bead Creations, Net Weave and Bead Parade). Lots of new designs for earrings, necklaces & rings using beaded beads made mainly from different sizes of pearlised beads, seed beads, facetted beads and other feature beads. . |
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Beadwork - Bead Crochet (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 112 pages, colour (2005) £14.95 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3803) This long-awaited book is a goldmine of information for beadworkers, scholars and antique collectors alike! It is the only book in print to offer an illustrated history of bead crochet snakes and the rich tradition of bead crochet as practised in Turkey and other parts of the Ottoman Empire, explaining how they were made and the fascinating story of snakes made by Turkish prisoners of war during WWI, and how to tell these from others made later. There is an extensive gallery of old, collectable items and also five new patterns for beadworkers who want to make their own bead crocheted snakes. Patterns include two necklaces and three bracelets. The projects also teach an alternative stringing method, bead single crochet stitch, increasing and decreasing beads, crocheting on two sides of a foundation chain and two methods of fastening on new thread. . |
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Beadwork - General Beadwork Techniques (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 128 pages, colour (2007) £12.99 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3804) This indispensable book features 200 beautiful colour schemes created especially for beaders. It has three sections, the first on colour theory and how the finish of a bead can greatly alter the effect. The second is a large directory section organised into broad themes from warm and cool, to vivid and bright and subtle and moody, each featuring a range of inspirational colour 'stories; each story is demonstrated using a range of beautiful beadwork and clear graphic 'colour recipes' identify the precise colour proportions used. The last section features 10 projects showing ways to use colour schemes from monochromatic earrings and a warm-toned choker to a complementary necklace and a triadic bracelet. . |
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Beadwork - Bags and Amulet Purses (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 96 pages, colour (2007) £9.99 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3805) In this colourful and inspiring book. Maddie shows the reader how to produce beautiful and imaginative designs using various kinds of bead netting. All the stitches and basic techniques are explained using clear step-by-step photographs and there are 8 easy to follow projects for making purses, jewellery and other items. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery (MORE in this category)
(hardback) 256 pages, colour (2006) £20.50 + £ 6.25 p&p (Code no sp3806) This book is a thick heavy volume crammed with the best projects from a year of Bead & Button magazine. It is an excellent value book with four sections for many projects on Stringing, Wirework, Off-loom Beadweaving Stitches, and Crochet, Embroidery and Micro-macramé. It also has a Basics section with ab tool guide and detailed instructions. . |
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Beadwork - General Beadwork Techniques (MORE in this category)
(hardback) 144 pages, colour (2006) £16.50 + £ 4.00 p&p (Code no sp3807) In this inspiring guide, 23 different designers show the reader one of the most popular and accessible new and innovative forms of bead jewellery - making beads completely out of beads. These talented artists have inventively adapted many familiar off-loom stitches from herringbone and peyote to daisy chain and right-angle weve. They work their creations flat in circles and tubes - 40 projects ranging from simple to elaborate. . |
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Beadwork - Bags and Amulet Purses (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 96 pages, colour (2005) £14.95 + £ 1.050 p&p (Code no sp3809) Many projects selected from 11 years of publication of Bead & button magazine, this book contains the very best designs for beautiful jewellery, bags and objects that make peyote stitch (sometimes referred to as gourd stitch) supremely relevant for today's bead artist. Sections on Jewellery, Beaded Beads, Amulet Bags and Home Décor. . |
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Beadwork - Bags and Amulet Purses (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 112 pages, colour (2006) £16.95 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3810) In this book and its companion DVD (kept in a plastic wallet inside the front cover) beadwork artists Julia pretl shares what she learned about the Old World techniques of bead knittin with modern-day beaders and knitters. The book has detailed instructions and drawings for 10 colourful, silky, tapestry-like purses bags and accessories, and the DVD has 20 'over the shoulder' video tutorials leading readers through the basics, including reading graphs. See also Julia's new book Little Bead Boxes. . |
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ZULU INSPIRED BEADWORK
WOVEN CRYSTAL BEAD JEWELLERY
CREATE JEWELRY CRYSTALS
CONTEMPORARY BEAD & WIRE JEWELRY
FUN WITH CHINESE KNOTTING
FELTED JEWELRY
TASSEL MAKING
WIRE & BEAD CELTIC JEWELLERY
BEAD & BUTTON, RIBBON & FELT JEWELLERY
BEADWORK CREATES JEWELRY
BEADING & BEYOND
CREATIVE CLOTH DOLL BEADING Designing & Embellishing with Beads
BEAD FANCY Jewelry with Silver Wire
WIRE KNITS
BEGINNERS BEADING BASICS 2: BEAD STRINGING
SIMPLY SPARKLING CHRISTMAS BEADING
CREATE JEWELRY - PEARLS
CATS Big and Small Beyond Projects the CF Sculpture Series No 4
BEADED TREASURES Finger Woven Bracelets, Necklaces, Tassels & Straps
DESIGNS FOR BEAD EMBROIDERY
BEADING ON FABRIC Encyclopedia of Bead Stitch Techniques
KILN FORMED BRACELETS
BUTTON JEWELLERY
BUTTONS & BEADS (A Guide to Jewellery Making)
LOOM WEAVING (A Beginner's Guide to Beading on a Loom)
BEAUTIFUL BEADED RINGS
BEADING FOR WEDDINGS & SPECIAL OCCASIONS
BEADED WEDDINGS
EASY BEAD STITCHES: NETTING
HOW TO MAKE POLYMER CLAY BEADS
BEADED DAISY CHAIN JEWELLERY
BEAD
VARIATIONS
FUNKELNDE
PERLENSTERNE
MINERVA
SPIRALS An Adventure in Beaded Ropes
DIE
SCHÖNSTEN PERLENTIERE
DAS
NEUE PERLENTIERE BUCH (in German)
MEINE
ERSTEN PERLENTIERE (in German)
LOVABLE
BEADED CREATURES
THE
ALL NEW MICRO MACRAME It's Not 1970 Anymore
IT'S
ALL ABOUT THE BEADS
BEAD
FANTASIES IV
ACCENT
ON: THE HEIRLOOM COLLECTION - Beaded Ornament Covers
BEAD
LOVE
DRAGONS
Beyond Projects the CF Sculpture Series No 1
WELCOME
TO THE JUNGLE Beyond Projects the CF Sculpture Series No 2
UNDER
THE SEA Beyond Projects the CF Sculpture Series No 3
CHARMED
BIG
BEAD JEWELLERY
JEWELLERY-MAKING
BASICS
WEAVING
DELIGHT
BEADS
BEAD
CROCHET SNAKES. History & Technique
THE
BEADER'S COLOUR MIXING DIRECTORY
BEGINNER'S
GUIDE TO BEAD NETTING
CREATIVE
BEADING
THE
ART OF BEADED BEADS Exploring Design, Color and Technique
PEYOTE
STITCH BEADING PROJECTS The Best of Bead & Button Magazine
BEAD
KNITTED BAGS (+DVD)