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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(hardback) 128 pages, colour (2009) £16.99 + £3.00 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp5040) An informative, lavishly illustrated book featuring designs using a diversity of beads from around the world in many colours shapes and materials. Choose from more than 30 jewellery projects showcasing popular ethic and tribal beads, antiues, collectables and trade beads. Learn basic and intermediate bead jewellery making techniques. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 160 pages, colour (2009) £17.99 + £2.75 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp5108) Learn to harness your inspiration and create magical elements from metal clay, wire, resin and found objects and then turn ideas into wearable art! Instructions for 20 creative projects and components from bracelets and necklaces strung with rhinestone-studeed polymer clay beads, embellished plastic shrink charms reminiscent of butterfly wings, to beautiful resin-like bubbles filled with ephemeral objects. There is stunning artwork here and fantastical journal entries to elaborate on the inspiration behind Cynthia's designs! |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(hardback) 128 pages, colour (2009) £16.99 + £3.00 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp5111) Inspired by a stash of old jewellery pieces, the author cleverly combines both new and old materials to create one-of-a-kind earrings, necklaces and bracelets. Each chapter features dozens of projects you can easily recreate with your own beads, baubles, charms and found objects. You don't have to be a master jeweller to dream up spectacular designs - it's easy with a little imagination and this book where helpful hints will get you started! |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 128 pages, colour (2009) £12.99 + £2.00 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp5007) Discover how to craft beautiful handmade jewellery from a stunning range of semi-precious stones, beads and pearls. This is a very visually inspiring book and is packed with over 90 eye-catching designs from acclaimed international bead artists. There is a very large section of many differently-coloured semi-precious stones with information about each one and easy-to-follow techniques with expert advice on choosing complementary colours and sizes of stones to ensure flawless results. There are brooches, bracelets, bangles and necklaces to choose from. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(hardback) 144 pages, colour (2007) £19.50 + £2.50 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp5011) 36 glamorous jewellery projects (from 25 remarkable artists) underscore the splendour of crystals combined with other types of beads that highlight their brilliance. Use a variety of creative techniques to make such items as a pair of boldly graphic spiral earrings, a romantic vintage-style ring, an Art Deco-inspired necklace, an exotic wrapped coil cuff, an elegant linked square bracelet and many more! There's a beautiful design in this book which is perfect for every occasion and outfit. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 120 pages, colour (2009) £15.99 + £2.00 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp5014) Explore the possibilities of glass bead design! Jewellery makers and beaders love working with glass beads for their versatility, Affordability and ability to be used in a combination of techniques. From tiny seed beads to eye-catching focal one-of-a-kind beads, glass takes many forms - clear, transparent, opaque, vibrantly coloured, shiny and matte. This book has 2+beautiful and innovative designs and has many techniques including stringing and wireworking along with intriguing anecdotes, history and tips about glass beads. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 96 pages, colour (2008) £14.99 + £1.75 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp5015) This book has 20 top fashinable jewellery designs, easy to make from beads and findings. Each project is set out in a simple and straightforward way, starting with an image of the finished piece, listing the supplies you will need and the tools required, then followed with an illustrated making sequence. The author shows you that it is easy and fun to make unique gifts or even a special treat for yourself. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 128 pages, colour (2006) £19.95 + £3.00 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp5018) One of the first jewellery-making books to focus on pearls which modern technology can create in many new forms for use in contemporary fashion. A wide range of pearl shapes and colours are combined with beautiful precious and semi-precious gemstones. Styles include classic pieces, bold and bohemian necklaces and bracelets, unique and geometric designs, and a special section on exquisite pearl wedding jewellery. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 48 pages, colour (2007) £4.99 + £1.25 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp5044) One of a series of new excellent value practical books from Search Press which each feature 20 projects in various crafts. This one has twenty beautiful bracelet designs with clear step-by-step instructions and vibrant colour photographs. The designs will suit all ages, as there are classic and funky as well as vividly coloured to more subtle hues. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 96 pages, colour (2008) £16.95 + £1.75 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp4091) Add new style, colour and significance to your jewellery collection by crafting beaded creations with global style. This book combines 20 projects from the pages of Bead Style magazine special issues with 8 brand new projects. These designs showcase gorgeous materials and beads from all over the globe - Asia & the Pacific Rim, Europe, Africa & the Americas. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 144 pages, colour (2008) £14.99 + £2.50 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp4066) Create 200 personalised pendants, charms and clasps - boutique-style jewellery unique and hand-crafted. Learn to bake bead collages with resin in the oven, emboss antique playing cards, roll up polymer clay for intriguing results, stamp and stitch fabric focal pieces and wire-wrap to your heart's content and more! Lots of variations and suggestions, and good clear technique diagrams. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 160 pages, colour (2008) £15.99 + £2.00 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp4072) Create jewellery to fit lifestyle, budget and schedule, and make your own 'Perfect Match'. This book delivers more than 40 different stylish yet simple earring designs to complement perfectly all wardrobes. The earrings are arranged by occasion, from daily work and shopping to weddings and nights on the town. A very good resource for jewellery makers who sell or wear different designs of earrings. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 48 pages, colour (2008) £4.99 + £1.25 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp4040) One of a series of new excellent value practical books from Search Press which each feature 20 projects in various crafts. This one has In this one expert beadworker Stephanie Burnham has designed twenty striking, modern and trendy necklaces using simple techniques and gorgeous beads. There are twenty great designs and twenty alternative colour schemes. Clear step-by-step instructions and easy and fun to make. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(hardback) 176 pages, colour (2008) £16.99 + £5.50 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp4032) This is a sumptous book filled with sparkling jewellery made from cut crystal beads. Organised by season, the dazzling collection features over 70 original designs for rings, earrings, bracelets and pendants, designed to suit any occasion whether dressy or casual. 350+ colour-coded diagrams track the sequence of beading steps ensuring professional-looking results. 325+ colour photographs show sparkling detail. There is a comprehensive section on basic materials, tools and techniques used to make each design. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 120 pages, colour (2008) £15.99 + £2.00 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp4043) Dramatise your jewellery designs with the addition of semiprecious stones. In Create Jewelry Stones (in the same series as Create Jewelry Pearls and Create Jewelry Crystals) the authors, who are the editors of Interweave Press Beadwork magazine explore the world of semiprecious stones - what they are, where to find them, captivating stories, history and tidbits - plus there are gorgeous designs divided into Classic, Special Occasions and Fashion-Forward sections. 20+ beautiful stringing and beadweaving designs and a guide which identifies most of the common types of stones. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 80 pages, colour (2007) £9.99 + £1.50 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp4036) Mother-of-pearl, with its infinitely varied iridescent hues can be combined with coral and pearls, crystal and fire-polished glass etc to produce stunning jewqellery which is the very symbol of refinement and femininity. From classic styles to more daring contemporary designs, this book contains a fantastic array of bracelets, rings, earrings and necklaces all made with this natural jewel of the sea. Each piece is fully explained with clear step-by-step instructions and diagrams, a comprehensive list of all the materials and equipment you will need, and beautiful inspiring photographs of the finished pieces. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 128 pages, colour (2007) £12.99 + £3.00 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp4042) From the author of the best-selling Making Beaded Jewellery - a new book to help you create beautiful beaded gemstone jewellery from a dazzling range of 32 precious, semi-precious and ornamental stones. Over 100 versatile designs from eye-catching earrings and accessories to exquisite necklaces and bracelets. Make unique personalised items from your birthstone and discover the fascinating lore, legend, history and meanings behind each gemstone. Easy-to-follow techniques combined with clear artworks and stunning photography ensure flawless results. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 96 pages, colour (2007) £15.99 + £1.50 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp4045) A handbook which provides an insight into the unique world of wedding jewellery , from consulting, designing, planning to making. This is the complete package, offering concise and comprehensive how-t-do-it instructions for making unique tiaras, hair accessories, necklaces, bracelets and earrings. Also has a brief background of various wedding traditions, information about the significance of different materials, tips on co-ordinating with a bride's dress, hairstyle and wedding theme, and instructions for working around special and significant family jewellery. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 144 pages, colour (2008) £15.99 + £1.75 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp4067) This handbook includes step-by-step projects for making jewellery from natural materials such as stone, shell and coral, bone, horn, antler, vegetable ivory, jet, amber, hair, leather, feather and wool. It blends practical and historical information about materials used in traditional and contemporary jewellery with a wide range of techniques for working them. There is an entire chapter on cold connections such as rivetting, setting, inlay, adhesive bonding, pinning and sewing, and there is an inspiring gallery of wortk by contemporary makers from the UK and USA, Germany, Switzerland, Scandinavia and New Zealand. This book is the first of its kind, a must for makers, students, collectors and anyone with an interest in contemporary studio jewellery. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 48 pages, colour (2008) £8.95 + £1.25 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp4046) Thirteenth in the series of books from the Netherlands which have instructions in English, Dutch, French and German (See also Bead Variations, Weaving Delight, Beads, Bead Fantasy, Bead Magic, Rings, Rings 2, Jewelry Sets, Bead Flowers, Bead Creations, Net Weave and Bead Parade). Lots of new designs for making beaded jewellery with single needle right angle weave - especially useful when working with larger beads. Many new designs for bracelets and rings etc. Excellent colour photos and diagrams. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 136 pages, colour (2006) £18.95 + £ 3.00 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp4023) After her very successful Making Designer Gemstone & Pearl Jewelry, Tammy Powley has written a sparkling new book for newcomers to bead weaving which will also be welcomed by experienced beaders seeking new ways to make their woven pieces unique. This book shows how to combine traditional seed bead techniques with a variety of other jewellery making methods, allowing jewellery makers dramatically to expand the types of beautiful seed bead jewellery they can make. Includes 10 seed bead stitches - ladder, Comanche, flat peyote, freeform sculptural peyote, bead embroidery, Dutch spiral, double needl weave, netting, square stitch and chevron. Materials used include seed beads, gemstones, pearls, crystals and wire components. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 48 pages, colour (2008) £4.99 + £ 1.25 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp4021) One of a series of new excellent value practical books from Search Press which each feature 20 projects in various crafts. This one has 20 lady-shaped art brooches to make and keep (and 20 more colourful alternatives to give away)! Create the basic shape with a variety of media, then give each one a personality with a variety of gorgeous bead embellishments. Clear step-by-step instructions, easy and fun to make with four templates for multiple variations. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 144 pages, colour (2008) £16.95 + £ 2.25 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp4004) Working with the world famous Swarovski cut crystal beads and stones, Laura has designed luminous bracelets, necklaces, earrings, pendants and rings for beaders of every skill level. She provides complete step-by-step instructions and precise colour drawings for 20 projects, and presents 45 more design variations so the reader can vary colour and shapes to make your own individual pieces. There's also a chapter on making embellishments - fringes, drops, clusters and picots. Techniques used are flat peyote, tubular peyote and spiral rope |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 80 pages, colour (2007) £9.99 + £ 2.00 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (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
(paperback) 128 pages, colour (2007) £15.99 + £ 2.00 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (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 Discount p&p offer! - click here (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) £14.99 + £ 2.00 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (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 Discount p&p offer! - click here (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) £15.99 + £ 2.00 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (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 Discount p&p offer! - click here (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) £16.95 + £ 1.50 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (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 Discount p&p offer! - click here (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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Beadwork - Rings (MORE in this category)
(paperback) 64 pages, colour (2006) £7.99 + £ 2.00 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (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 Discount p&p offer! - click here (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) 128 pages, colour (2007) £12.99 + £ 2.00 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (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) 48 pages, colour (2007) £8.95 + £ 1.25 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (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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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 128 pages, colour (2006) £12.99 + £ 2.50 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (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
(paperback) 80 pages, colour (2006) £13.95 + £ 1.50 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (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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Beads and Jewellery - Bead
Jewellery
(paperback) 28 pages, colour (2006) £17.50 + £ 1.50 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (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
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(paperback) 48 pages, colour (2005) £7.95 + £ 1.25 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (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 Discount p&p offer! - click here (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 Discount p&p offer! - click here (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 Discount p&p offer! - click here (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
(paperback) 48 pages, colour (2005) £8.95 + £1.25 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp3702) Seventh 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 and Bead Parade). Lots of designs for bracelets and necklets using mainly seed beads bugles and other feature beads. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 48 pages, colour (2006) £8.95 + £ 1.25 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (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
(hardback) 256 pages, colour (2006) £21.95 + £ 6.25 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (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 Discount p&p offer! - click here (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) 128 pages, colour (2008) £12.99 + £ 2.00 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (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 Discount p&p offer! - click here (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) 48 pages, colour (2006) £8.95 + £ 1.25 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (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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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 48 pages, colour (2006) £8.95 + £1.25 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp3701) Sixth 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, Net Weave with Beads and Bead Parade). Lots of designs for rings and pendants using mainly crystals, facetted beads, seed beads and other feature beads. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 48 pages, colour (2005) £8.95 + £1.25 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp3703) Eighth 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 and Net Weave with Beads). Lots of designs for rings, bracelets and earrings using many different types and shapes of beads. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 84 pages, colour (2005) £13.95 + £1.50 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp3704) Bead Fantasies II - More Beautiful Easy-to-Make Jewelry is the second of three 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. There are three sections - the first on Motifs uses a design as the centrepiece of 3 pieces of jewellery or sets. The second on Variations on a Theme varies the colours and types of beads used to make entirely different-looking pieces. The third - More Bead Jewelry presents individual rings, earrings and necklaces. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 80 pages, colour (2006) £13.95 + £1.50 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp3705) Bead Fantasies III - Still More Beautiful Easy-to-Make Jewelry is the third of three 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, bracelets, rings and brooches. . |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead
Jewellery
(paperback) 96 pages, colour (2006) £14.95 + £1.75 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (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) £17.95 + £3.75 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (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
(paperback) 120 pages, colour (2006) £15.99 + £2.00 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (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 Discount p&p offer! - click here (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) 79 pages, colour (2005) £9.99 + £2.25 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp3620) Learn how to make gorgeous rings and necklaces, brooches and bracelets using sparkling crystal beads. Precise step-by-step instructions and clear illustrations take you from stringing the first bead right through to the finishing touches. Details are given for every bead used so that, if you want, you can reproduce each piece exactly. There are 13 beautiful projects and once you have mastered the techniques, you can adapt the designs to create jewellery to your own designs. A very good value book!! |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 48 pages, colour (2005) £8.95 + £1.50 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp3631) Fifth in the series of books from the Netherlands which have instructions in English, Dutch, French and German (See also Bead Fantasy, Bead Magic, Rings and Beadflowers). Lots of designs for making matching parures of jewellery including rings, bracelets, pendants, brooches, hairpins and scarf clips. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 144 pages, colour (2004) £15.99 + £2.75 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp3626) From the novice beader who is just learning to string a bracelet to the experienced jewellery maker who is already out selling or teaching, everyone will find something new in this book. Many bead jewellery designs for all occasions 75 projects for bracelets, necklaces, rings, earrings, watches and miniature amulet bags. 300 full colour photos and illustrations and easy-to-follow instructions. Extensive technique section covering beading basics, tools and tips and tidbits. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 128 pages, colour (2004) £12.99 + £2.75 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code no sp3629) 33 innovative projects using beads, shells, marbles Transform everyday materials into unique accessories. Innovative uses for household items enable the beader to create necklaces, earrings and brooches from almost anything. An extensive introduction to beading techniques includes off-loom beadweaving, fringing and other essential stitches. A gallery of work by 12 other beadwork artists provides even further inspiration. |
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Beadwork - Various Beadwork Projects (MORE
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(paperback) 144 pages, colour (2005) £15.95 + £3.00 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (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
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(pperback) 28 pages, colour photos and diags. (2004) £8.50 + £1.75 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (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. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 44 pages, b/w photos and diags. (2004) £16.95 + £2.00 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code No. sp3223) Suzanne's latest has 52 projects with bead-by-bead instructions for all skill levels - necklaces, earrings and bracelets created in a very vintage and Victorian style using facetted beads, seed beads and pearls etc. This is the look of old French jet and Victorian pearls and crystals, so it does not need to be in colour, and is more atmospheric and inspiring indeliberate black and white throughout! |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
by Leane de Graaf & Lucrèce Mattens (paperbackback) 48 pages, colour photos and diags. (2004) £8.95 + £1.25 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code No. sp3221) One of three new and exciting publications from the Netherlands with all the text, captions and instructions in four languages - Dutch, German, English and French, so a book which should appeal to many beaders all over the world! The designs are stunning and the diagrams are execellent. This volume has designs for all kinds of jewellery. See also Rings & Bead Fantasy |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 128 pages, colour photos and diags. (2004) £12.99 + £3.00 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here (Code No. sp3201) A very colourful and ispiring book from British publisher Cico to meet the demand of the ever-growing revival of vintage and retro-style fashion jewellery. Inspired by the best of a century's designs on both sides of the Atlantic, this book shows how to make 35 delightful designs to create modern heirlooms. Tips on how to work with found objects and how to transform favourite but damaged costume jewellery and charity shop treasures into new and exciting pieces. Clear step-by-step projects and the use of simple techniques such as wiring and beading mean that even a beginner can produce stunning results. |
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ART JEWELRY (paperback magazine) typically 96+ pages, colour throughout (click for details) (Code No. spMAGAJ) A bi-monthly magazine from the publishers of Bead & Button. aimed at jewellery makers using many different materials and techniques to make artistic jewellery. Includes wire and metal clay, glass and metal, genstone & polymer clay etc. A resource section shows where to obtain specific supplies and materials. We stock the current issue and have a few back issues in stock. (click for details). | |||
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 84 pages, colour photos and diags (2003) £13.95 + £2.25 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here Bead Fantasies is one of the few books coming out of Japan which has been translated into English and includes many patterns for making attractive rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, brooches, straps, hair ornaments, spectacle chains and other accessories with seed beads, facetted beads, crystals, pearls, bugles etc. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 128 pages, colour photos (2003) £9.99+ £2.75 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here Another fabulous book from British jewellery designer Sara Withers with over 30 original designs for handmadebeads, jewellery and decorative objects. Uses threads and wire. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 128 pages, colour photos (2003) £16.95 + £3.00 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here Colourful, textural and loaded with style, gemstones and pearls are all the rage in jewellery design. This book shows you how to create the latest jewellery fashions with a few readily available tools and basic jewellery-making techniques. With special insights into the folklore associated with the various gemstones, each project provides the reader with a unique angle for making gem and design choices for their creations. Each design also includes variation ideas and professional tips. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 80 pages, col photos and b&w diags (2003) £14.50 + £2.50 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here The Beader's Palette is one of the few books coming out of Japan (most from Ondori and Toho) which has been translated into English, and includes instructions for making rings, necklaces, bracelets, earrings and spectacle cords and straps from seed beads and crystals. It has detailed drawings, complete instructions and guides to materials. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 20 pages, colour photos and diags (2003) £5.50 + £1.50 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here Some different ideas here, including spectacle cords (glasses chains), using lampmade beads and different-shaped brightly coloured beads. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 36 pages, colour photos and b&w diags (1999) £6.95 + £1.75 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here A refreshingly different excellent value book which takes its inspiration from jewellery from different countries. Graphic illustrations of the threading patterns for a wide range of seed bead jewellery from simple Y necklaces to elaborate Romanian collars, Egyptian diamonds, Guaymi collars (Panama) and Zulu belts. Plenty of simple and elegant jewellery in this book.e |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 32 pages, colour photos and diags (2002) £1.95 + £1.75 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here A long-awaited sequel to Beaded Elegance, this book should be just as much a success with its step-by-step instructions and full colour graphics and diagrams for 30 timeless projects - elegant and chic beaded necklaces, bracelets, earrings etc. The design and layout of this book is excellent! |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 128 pages, colour photos and diags (2003) £12.99 + £3.00 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here This is the second edition of a book which was previously published as A World of Beads in 1995. It has 870 step-by-step projects for creating a range of beaded jewellery from necklaces and earrings to brooches, hair ornaments and other accessories. Easy to follow instructions, clear artwork and colour photographs accompany all the necessary techniques. Illustrates some of the wide variety of beads available to make designs, and even has useful ideas for recycling beads and for making one's own beads. Since Stefany Tomalin's book Beads! Make Your Own Jewellery is now sadly out of print, this book by another British author goes a long way to filling the gap. |
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Beads and Jewellery - Bead Jewellery
(paperback) 88 pages, B&W diagrams and colour photos (2000) £16.95+ £2.25 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here A long-awaited book from Japanese publishers Ondori, written in English, to introduce chic accessories and bags with an antique style theme. Patterns for beautiful accessories to decorate collars and necklines (necklaces, lariats, chokers and pendants), beaded rings, clip-on and pierced earrings, pins, bracelets, barrettes, combs, hairbands, bags, pouches, mini-bags, amulet purses and an accessory set. |
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Beads and Jewellery -- Bead Jewellery BEADED ELEGANCE by Cheryl Assemii (paperback) 32 pages, colour photos & diags (1999) £18.95 + £1.75 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here Instructions & graphics for 12 elegant necklaces -- casual to formal |
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Beads and Jewellery -- Bead Jewellery HOW TO MAKE JEWELLERY WITH WIRE & BEADS (paperback) 24 pages, b&w illustrations (1930's; reprinted 1995) £2.75 + £1.00 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here A budget-priced reproduction of a small booklet produced to be used with rolled gold wire in the 1930's or earlier. It includes making chains, and mounting beads to make rosaries. |
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Beads and Jewellery -- Bead Jewellery CREATIVE BEAD JEWELRY (paperback) 144 pages, colour photos & b&w illustrations throughout (1995) £12.95 + £4.50 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here A full-colour how-to guide for weaving, looming, stringing, wiring and making beads. 55 projects. |
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Beads
and Jewellery -- Bead Jewellery BEADED ANIMALS IN JEWELLERY (paperback) 56 pages, 8 colour plates + b&w illustrations (1994) £9.50 + £1.25 p&p Discount p&p offer! - click here Animal designs for jewellery design, with basic beading techniques; 20 patterns to make into necklaces, earrings, brooches & hairclips. |