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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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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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FABULOUS FLORALS - Beautiful Beaded Jewelry

By Suzanne McNeill

(paperback) 18 pages, colour (2005) £5.50 + £1.25 p&p (Code no sp3609)

Beautiful flowers with sparkling bead crystals combine with shiny pearls and beads to make fabulous floral jewellery in a range of necklaces and brooches. The necklaces are like 'twined vines' with delicate flowers and buds, some bold and bright, some simple and elegant.

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BEADFLOWERS

By Annette van Sevenhoven and Leane de Graaf

(paperback) 48 pages, colour (2005) £7.95 + £1.50 p&p (Code no sp3630)

Fourth 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 Jewelry Sets). This is an inspirational wire beaded flower book with patterns for a pot of flowers, chrysanthemum, St Paulia, Rose, Phalaenopsis, Freesia, Spathphyllum, Anthurium, Narcissus, Cymbidium and Leaves and Buds.

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FRENCH BEADED DESIGNS

By Donna DeAngelis Dickt

(hardback) 128 pages, colour (2005) £15.95 + £4.50 p&p (Code no sp3642)

A unique craft that originated centuries ago in Europe, French beading is the technique of wrapping beads, strung on wire, to create beautiful flowers. Use french beaded flower techniques to create exquisite flowers that will look lovely on centrepieces, lampshades, wreaths and other decorative accents. Flowers include wildflowers, roses, daisies, tulips, anemones and hydrangeas, Projects include napkin rings, topiary, candleholders, urns, tins, pots, towel racks, lampshades, wreaths, votives and Xmas decorations.

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BOUQUETS FROM BEADS

by Virginia Osterland

(paperback) 228 pages, colour photos and diags. (2004 reprint of 1971 edition) £10.95 + £4.25 p&p (Code No. sp3205)

This famous guide to beaded flowers was only available for many years in costly secondhand editions, but this inexpensive new edition again reveals the secrets of creating bouquets of lasting beauty with beaded flowers and foliage.

44 different varieties of flowers from asters to zinnias, and a special chapter on Christmas ornaments with beadwork renditions of mistletoe, stars, trees and seasonal motifs.

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NEW PATTERNS FOR BEAD FLOWERS AND DECORATIONS

by Virginia Nathanson

(paperback) 208 pages, colour & B/W photos and diags. (2004 reprint of 1969 edition) £8.50 + £2.75 p&p (Code No. sp3202)

The second of Dover's reprints of Virginia Nathanson's patterns again at a bargain price! This is a lavishly illustrated book and enables the beadworker to create an array of exquisite heirloom-quality decorations, from miniature wildflowers to french boudoir lamps.

Among many different flowers, includes calla lilies, potted plants, Christmas ornaments (including a wreath), pine cones, baskets, bridal bouquets, drapery tiebacks and peacock feathers.

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THE ART OF FRENCH BEADED FLOWERS
Creative Techniques for Making 30 Beautiful Blooms

by Carol Benner Doelp

(paperback) 128 pages, colour photos and diags (2005) £9.95 + £2.75 p&p (Code sp3639)

French beaded flowers were made as a distinct traditional craft during the 19th and early 20th centuries, and more than 100 years later they are experiencing an exciting revival. With only glass beads and wire the reader can create spectacular arrangements by stringing and twisting (not weaving). With four basic techniques, any flower can be created. All the basics are covered from tools and supplies to different ways of creating special colour effects. There are full-page and close-up detail colour photos to help create the floral shapes. There is a short history of french beaded flowers with photos of antique items, a classic poppy design to master the basics, and many other floral designs including some fantsasy flowers.

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STENBODEN BEADWORK FLOWERS & TREES (0302)

Stenboden

(paperback) 16 pages, b&w diags. (2002) £2.95 + £1.00 p&p

A new small pattern book from the Danish publishers Stenboden for Ivy, Roses, /Gypsophilia and Lily Roses. (See Also Patterns 0202, 0203 and 0303)

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STENBODEN BEADWORK FLOWERS & TREES (0303)

Stenboden

(paperback) 16 pages, b&w diags. (2002) £2.95 + £1.00 p&p

A new small pattern book from the Danish publishers Stenboden for Lilac, Freesia. Tritonia and an octagonal doily. (See Also Patterns 0202, 0203 and 0302)

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FRENCH BEADED FLOWERS 1: A Guide for Beginners

by Helen McCall

(paperback) 32 pages, colour photos and b&w diags (1992) £14.95 + £2.00 p&p

A very popular book which has been around for 10 years now, giving the beginner detailed instructions and illustrations for various types of flowers, and for small or miniature arrangements.

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STENBODEN BEADWORK FLOWERS & TREES (0202)

Stenboden

(paperback) 16 pages, b&w diags. (2002) £2.95 + £1.00 p&p

A small pattern book from the Danish publishers Stenboden for Lily of the Valley, Fuchsia, Rose, Gypsophila and Freesia

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STENBODEN BEADWORK FLOWERS & TREES (0203)

Stenboden

(paperback) 16 pages, b&w diags. (2002) £2.95 + £1.00 p&p

A small pattern book from the Danish publishers Stenboden for daffodils, cyclamen, orchid and ivy

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BEADWORK ("Creare con le Perline")

by Donatella Ciotti

(hardback) 160 pages, colour photos throughout (English edition 2002) £12.99 + £4.50 p&p

A beautifully colourful volume by the pupil of Giovanna Marchesi Poggi (author of "Flowers of Venice"), Although its title implies it is about beadwork, in fact this book is primarily concerned with Italian wire-beaded flowers and compliments Poggi's book well. There are instructions for making nearly 40 different species of flower, plus 14 miniature plants. There is also a fascinating section on jewellery making - mostly necklaces and chokers of different types using wire, and there are also instructions for braiding, crocheting and knitting beads on wire!

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BEADS IN BLOOM

by Arlene Baker

(paperback) 128 pages, colour photos and diags. (2002) £15.95 + £2.75 p&p

The sixth in the Interweave Press series of technique books on the 'art and craft' of beadwork. Beaded flowers with their delicacy, sparkle and vintage charm are so right for today – for jewellery, interior décor, special gifts, memorable weddings etc. This book focuses on providing you with all the information needed to make spectacular French-style beaded flowers and foliage with wire and beads. Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, diagrams, advice on tools and supplies and something most flower books don't include – a gallery of vintage, collectable and contemporary beaded flower arrangements from 1880's onwards!

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MAKING BEAD FLOWERS AND BOUQUETS

by Virginia Nathanson

(paperback) 192 pages, mostly B&W photos and diags (4 colour illos) (2002 reprint of 1983 edition) £7.50 + £1.75 p&p

A book long out of print since its first appearance in 1967 with a single re-publication in 1983. Now available for the 21st century beaded flower maker at a bargain price! Many, many patterns for various species of flowers, plus sections on potted plants, miniatures, holiday and table decorations and making bouquets. If you are into beaded flowers and haven't got a copy of the original book - now's your chance!

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THE FLOWERS OF VENICE

by Giovanna Poggi Marchesi

(hardback) 144 pages, colour throughout (2002) £21.95 + p&p £5.25 (it's a heavy book!)

This beautiful book is an english translation of an Italian book which is a comprehensive guide to Venetian glass beads and the technique of creating glass-beaded flowers. It illustrates and describes in detail the actual craft of flower-making with more than 400 exceptional photographs for each project. Projects include roses, lilies, poppies, daisies, morning glories and many more. Instructions for creating flowers in bouquets, table centres, bridal bouquets, curtain tiebacks, small gift boxes, Christmas trees, brilliantly-coloured tassels and carnival masks.

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FRENCH-BEADED FLOWERS (New Millennium Collection)

by Dalene Kelly

(paperback) 96 pages, colour photos & Diags (2001) £14.50+ £2.50 p&p

Learn all the tricks and techniques you need to create your own beautiful masterpiece. You will find a comprehensive guide at the beginning and 42 complete patterns with clear illustrations and excellent colour photos. Hints and tips explain how to add scent to your flowers, clean the beads and display your creations. Patterns include long-stemmed sweetheart roses, Cymbidium orchid, snapdragon, aztec lily, oriental poppy and much more...