Beads
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(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 - Bead Jewellery
(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
(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
(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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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(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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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(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
(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
(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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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(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
(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 - 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
(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
(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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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(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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Beads and Jewellery - Bead
Jewellery
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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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Beads and Jewellery - Bead
Jewellery
(paperback) 28 pages, colour (2006) £16.95 + £ 1.50 p&p (Code no sp3815) This is the second in an intended series of five books on micro macramé. The first book The All New Micro Macramé. It's not 1970 Anymore introduced (or re-introduced) the reader to basic macramé knotting techniques, providing extra tips, instructions and information about supplies for easy, fun necklaces and bracelets. This second book expands the projects to include fibre, options/variations and freeform design, while building on the reader's experience and knowledge from Book 1. There are 8 new original projects - Book 2 projects aren't much harder, just a little more complex so much more impressive when completed and worn. For Book 2 the reader should be familiar with book 1 or have previously worked with macramé. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead
Jewellery
(paperback) 80 pages, colour (2006) £9.99 + £ 1.50 p&p (Code no sp3819) Over 50 designs, from elegant necklaces and pendants, shimmering bracelets and brooches, to sparkling earrings & hairslides, all featuring crystal (or facetted) beads, and seed beads. The sets presented in this book use all sorts of crystals, including teardrops, facetted and seed beads, crystal bicones and cubes, and even imitation gemstones. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead
Jewellery
(paperback) 128 pages, colour (2006) £12.99 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3820) Learn ingeniously quick and easy ways to make stylish jewellery, transforming wire and beads into dazzling earrings, brooches, necklaces and bracelets. 35 beautiful projects present classic styles with a twist, from crystal chandelier earrings and a slinky Art Deco crocheted necklace, to bracelets of pearl and sea-blue. Detailed step-by-step photography for all techniques. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead
Jewellery
(paperback) 128 pages, colour (2006) £12.99 + £ 2.00 p&p (Code no sp3821) 35 fabulous projects by British jewellery designer and maker Linda Jones, whose first book Creating Wire & Bead Jewellery has been a best seller. Ideal for beginners - no experience needed to use this book to create the 35 bracelets, necklaces and more - step by step. Projects include rings, earrings, brooches and jewellery sets etc. Modern and traditional designs include professional tips and finishing touches. Hand-manipulated wire - no wire jig required!! |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead
Jewellery
(paperback, internal comb-bound) 104 pages, colour (2006) £12.95 + £2.00 p&p (Code no sp3738) From the publishers of Jill Oxton's Beautiful Beading for Beginners and Beyond, learn and practise new stitches and expand your creativity with these very wearable, stylish and elegant bracelets using square stitch, spiral rope, right angle weave, herringbone, brick stitch, peyote stitch & wire knitting. From basic to advanced beading with clear and easy-to-follow instructions and diagrams and colour photos. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead
Jewellery
(paperback) 96 pages, colour (2006) £14.95 + £1.75 p&p (Code no sp3730) For more than 10 years the editors of Bead & Button magazine have been publishing various necklace project designs, and this book brings together the best of them. There are step-by-step instructions to make beautiful pieces in three main sections - stringing, beadweaving stitches or wirework. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead
Jewellery
(hardback) 128 pages, colour (2005) £16.95 + £3.75 p&p (Code no sp3729) Beautifully combine an amzing variety of cabochons and beads in sophisticated jewellery. Both beads and cabochons offer virtually unlimited creative possibilities for jewellery artists, and in this book, Jamie Cloud Eakin shows you the basic techniques and the unique stitches she developed over more than a decade. Her projects range from a pair of classic double cabochon earrings to an elaborately fringed dichroic glass necklace. With so many cabochons to choose, from, each project can be one-of-a-kind!! . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead
Jewellery
(hardback) 208 pages, colour (2006) £19.95 + £6.25 p&p (Code no 3722) Beadazzled is an inspiring and comprehensive guide to exciting fields of beaded jewellery, bringing together 70 of the top designers in the exciting field of beaded jewelry design drawn from 23 US states, Canada and Israel. It explores design, colour, materials and African and Asian influences. It is a practical resource for artists, designers, historians and collectors. It has an introduction to the remarkable history of beads with a bibliography, and was photographed, written and designed by a team with many years' experience at the National geographic Society. Chapters on Gemstones, Africa, Asia, Nature, Fibre, Metal and Contemporary Glass & Other Media. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead
Jewellery
(paperback) 120 pages, colour (2006) £15.99 + £2.00 p&p (Code no sp3720) A cool idea and an amazing captivating range of fashion art which is sure to start a felting frenzy! Expert felter Carol Huber Cypher shares her secrets to making striking jewelry and accessories with beaded embellishment in this ultimate guide. No other hand-felting book is as comprehensive, offering tips on all the tools you'll need to begin and walking you gently through the process step-by-step. Start by creating the felted equivalent of lampworked (glass) beads, turquoise focal beads, mokume gane beads and dZi bead look-alikes. Then turn those handmade jewels into an elegant Rose Bolo, felted glass pendant, a Calla Lily necklace and more! With just a bag of wool, a needle or a bit of soap, water, thread and beads, you'll see just how simple it is to make truly original creations from felt. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead
Jewellery
(paperback) 80 pages, b/w photos & diagrams (2005) £15.95 + £1.50 p&p (Code no sp3728) Tips and techniques for knotting with beads including instructions for 10 great projects. Part one introduces all the micro-macramé basics, including materials, knotting tips and a step-by-step guide to the basic knots. Part two has projects for earrings, bracelets, pendants, necklaces and pins. Part three has design essential information including how to design, how much cord to use, adding a new cord, dyeing cord to suit your design, and finishing techniques. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead
Jewellery
(paperback) 80 pages, colour (2006) £15.95 + £2.00 p&p (Code no sp3735) Using over 100 colour photos and straightforward instructions, readers are guided through all the steps necessary to create magnificent layered beads, beads with inclusions, millefiori beads, bead necklaces, earrings and buttons. Techniques are provided for mixing coloured porcelain slips, handcrafting beads and buttons, glazing and firing the completed projects, smoothing fired items with a rock tumbler, and assembling fired pieces into eye-catching jewellery. A useful list of necessary equipment and suppliers is also provided. This book is an essential reference and inspiration for all those who work with clay! . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(hardback) 254 pages, colour (2005) £15.99 + £3.95 p&p (Code no sp3618) The complete guide to choosing and using more than 600 beautiful types of beads from cut glass teardrops to wooden spheres and ceramic cubes! This book is intended to help you choose beads that are easily available in shops and by mail order, and gives you lots of information about them, and ideas what to use them for and what to use with them. A few designer handmade beads are also included - these are usually found at specialist suppliers' fairs or can be bought directly from the beadmaking artist. The beads are arranged into chapters by material and within the chapters by shape, Materials include glass, crystal, semi-precious stones, precious metals, base metals, clay, plastic, wood, other natural materials, other materials and findings. An extremely useful feature is a fold-out flap at the back of the book which has a key to the symbols used throughout the book so can be seen in conjunction with all the pages as they are consulted. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(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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Beadwork - Various Beadwork Projects (MORE
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(paperback) 144 pages, colour (2005) £15.95 + £3.00 p&p (Code no sp3604) Create beautiful beaded jewellery by experimenting with different shapes, colours and materisl from tiny seed beads and Delicas, to stunning feature beads made from crystal, shell or semi-precious stone. This easy-to-use book explains all the tools, materials and techniques you will need and features 100 stunning designs for necklaces, bracelets, brooches and earrings. Stringing, weaving, netting, stitching & knotting as well as finishing pieces with decorative findings. A directory of patterns organised by style so that the reader can easily find the look they want. Each design includes clear instructions and a recipe of beads required. |
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Beadwork - Braiding and
Macramé (MORE
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(pperback) 28 pages, colour photos and diags. (2004) £8.50 + £1.75 p&p (Code no sp3306) Jacqui Carey's new book explores new ideas for making beaded twisted cords - simple yet effective techniques that require little or no equipment. Ideal for the textile enthusiast who wishes to create complimentary embellishments with cords and beads. See also Jacqui's other bead-related book Beads & Braids. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead
Jewellery
((paperback) 20 pages, colour photos and diags (2004) £5.25 + £1.25 p&p (Code no sp3309) 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. Bead & Wire Jewelry has 9 different projects for earrings, necklaces, cuff bracelets, pendants and components - some using a wire jig. Lots of inspiration!! |
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(paperback magazine) typically 80 pages, colour throughout £2.95 + £1.00 p&p per issue (Code No. sp3224) The third in the Chic & Easy series of special editions which concentrate on jewellery making using larger beads and components rather than beadwork using seed beads, delicas, bugles etc. |