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SIMPLY SPARKLING CHRISTMAS BEADING

By Dorothy Wood

(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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BEADED WEDDINGS

By Jean Campbell

(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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PEYOTE STITCH BEADING PROJECTS The Best of Bead & Button Magazine

Compiled by Julia Gerlach

(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 DÈcor. .

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LITTLE BEAD BOXES

By Julia S Pretl

(paperback) 112 pages, colour (2006) £16.95 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3811)

Red Knot Box, Tuffet Box, Star Box and Tempest - working with only cylindrical beads and simple variations on peyote stitch, Julia Pretl has devised an array of delightful miniature boxes constructed entirely of beads. With step-by-step illustrations and easy-to-follow word maps and colour patterns, she leads readers of all skill levels through her original techniques for creating 3-sided, 5-sided and six sided boxes - rectangular, square and stacked boxes. Blank graphs are included too, so after the reader has built 12 of the books' designs, they can design some more! .

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EASY BEADED CROCHET

By Carol Meldrum

(paperback) 128 pages, colour (2006) £10.99 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3812)

With just a few basic crochet skills and clever use of beads, the reader can easily create beautifully embellished garments (sweaters, wraps, hats, scarves, bags, cushions and throws) and accessories. This book contains 30 fun and fashionable designs plus beaded borders, trims and accessories. Core techniques are clearly explained and illustrated. .

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EASY BEADED KNITS

By Jeanette Trotman

(paperback) 128 pages, colour (2006) £10.99 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3813)

Combine knit and purl stitches with sparkling beads and sequins to create beautifully embellished designs. This book features 20 stunning projects plus a range of beaded buttons, corsages and trims; from simply shaped garments and bags to jewellery and home accessories, each project has an easy-to-follow pattern, a list of the yarns, beads and sequins required, and clear colour photographs. Basic skills are clearly explained. .

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ANNIES ATTIC: WIRE & BEAD CROCHET WONDERS

By Jennifer McClain

(paperback) 16 pages, colour (2006) £6.50 + £1.00 p&p (Code no sp3727)

17 spectacular projects using wire and beads for necklaces & earrings & bracelets, candle ring & basket trim, coaster set, place mat & napkin ring set, and box-, jar- and bottle-covers. Stitch guide including US and UK terminology included. See also Beaded Delights and Crochet Beautiful Beaded Necklaces in the same 'Annie's Attic' range. .

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The JOY OF BEADING

By Anna Borrelli

(paperback) 140 pages, colour (2005) £13.95 + £3.00 p&p (Code no sp3606)

More than 50 easy projects for jewellery, flowers, decorations and accessories. This book teaches the reader everything they need to know to get started working with beads. Crystal clear instructions and beautiful full colour photographs show step-by-step how to make over 50 beaded creations using glass, stone & crystal beads wire, ribbon, cord or thread to create chic & elegant necklaces, bracelets, rings, earrings and brooches. French beaded flowers include roses. Lilies, daisies and irises, peach trees and grapevines. Home accents include scarves, belts, picture frames, lampshades and wreaths.

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BEADING FOR THE SOUL - Inspired designs from 23 contemporary artists

By Deborah Cannarella

(paperback) 160 pages, colour (2005) £15.95 + £2.75 p&p (Code no sp3621)

Explore the personal power of beads. The author invites beaders to discover the deeper meanings in their work through these 26 inswpirational projects from an eclectic group od designers. Each piece has a distinct and important purpose including Handheld Prayer Beads, A Milagros Bracelet, A Pearl Peace Dove Pendant, A Pinto Bear Necklace, a Wedding Shawl, A Peruvian Cat Totem Bag and much more. Also included are personal writings from the artists who include Helen Banes and David Dean. All the artists offer intimate windows into their creative processes and spiritual journeys. Plentiful step-by-step instructions and illustrations encourage you to adapt, borrow and combine techniques and design elements to create sacred objects meaningful to you.

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The ENCYCLOPEDIA OF BEADING TECHNIQUES

By Sara Withers and Stephanie Burnham

(paperback) 160 pages, colour (2005) £12.99 + £2.75 p&p (Code no sp3622)

A step-by-step visual guide from experienced and talented bead designers with an inspirational gallery of finished works. Wonderful and original jewellery, garments and accessories. Traditional and contemporary techniques such as off-loom beadweaving, loom beading, stringing, wirework, knotting, bead embroidery, knitting, crochet, needlework.

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BEADS AND WIRE - Jewelry and Decorative Items for the Home

Ondori

(paperback) 64 pages, colour (2005) £12.95 + £2.00 p&p (Code no sp3625)

Complete instructions for 55 projects - both jewellery and decorative items for the home. Some are made freehand and others use wire-working tools (Wigjig Delphi, Twist 'n' Curl and Wireworker).

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DECORATIVE BEADING

by Beth Bulluss

(paperback) 120 pages, colour photos & diags (2003) £12.95 + £2.75 p&p

Due to the popularity of her other book Beaded Lampshades, the author has extended her repertoire in this book to include many more aspects of the diversity and versatility of beading. There are more lampshades, tassels, handbags, scarves, tie-backs, brooches, Christmas decorations, bookmarks and other delightful projects in this sumptuous and well-illustrated book. Lavish photos, clear instructions, concise diagrams and a handy list of materials are all included.

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TASSEL MAKING FOR BEGINNERS

Enid Taylor

(paperback) 120 pages, col photos and diags (1997) £14.95 + £2.75 p&p

If you have never made a tassel before, all the basic instructions are included in this book, from the simplest 'one-part' thread tassel to more complicated tassels with covered or polished wooden heads and decorated skirts. various ways of adding extra decoration are also explained, as well as instructions on making your own cords. A clear step-by-step method is given with each project, accompanied by helpful line drawings and colour photographs. Advice on choosing threads is also included, along with information on other materials and equipment.

See also Enid's other book Decorative Beaded Purses

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TREASURE BOXES

Linda Zick

(paperback comb-bound) 28pages, col photos, b/w diags (2003) £8.50+ £1.00 p&p

Ever since Jane Davis' book Beaded Boxes went out of print, there have been no books to provide patterns for beading the small wooden trinket box blanks. This small, compact booklet goes some way to filling that gap and 6 new and exciting designs for beading up those boxes. For ordering wooden box blanks @ only £1.70 each, see our main Bead Booklet catalogue.

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HOW TO BEAD A WOODEN TRINKET POT #1

by Jo Firth

(instruction sheet) 1 page, b&w photos (2003) 75p + 50p p&p

This design is the first in a series of patterns for decorating wooden pot WD3 with seed beads (see our latest bead catalogue for ordering the pots). These wooden lidded pots can be varnished or painted then decorated with patterns of contrasting seed beads.

Since Jane Davis' book Beaded Boxes is now unfortunately out of print, this series will provide new patterns for beading pots.

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BEADED LAMPSHADES

by Beth Bulluss

(paperback) 80 pages, colour ph and b&w drawings throughout (2001) £10.95 + p&p £2.00

The shades in this book have a classical elegance and yet are so easy to achieve. From how to handle beads and choose a style of lamp to combining colours and attaching the strands to the shade you'll learn the intricacies of this lovely craft. Here are clustered tassels with bugle beads, a silky rose lampshade, a silver shower lamp and many other brilliant designs. There's even a special festive Christmas lamp!

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BEADED CANDLEHOLDERS

by Jane Davis

(paperback) 40 pages, b&w diags & colour cover photos (1998) £8.75 + £1.25 p&p

Instructions & 10 designs for decorating small wooden candleholders with beads (For wooden candleholders - see our FULL CATALOGUE)

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THE BEADED LAMPSHADE BOOK

by Wendy Simpson Conner

(comb-bound) 52 pages, colour & b&w photos & b&w illustrations (1995) £9.50 + £1.50 p&p

Basic technique information plus 13 specific designs.

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