Techniques of Beading Earrings

The book that started it all is back in print and better than ever! This is the original beaded earring book and still the best and most comprehensive instruction on the subject. It has been re-formatted with improved, computerized, beading graphs that are easier to follow and easier to read text. Written by master craftsperson Deon DeLange, this book explains and fully illustrates how to make earrings and necklaces from seed beads, bugle beads, silver heishi and traditional Native American materials. Deon has perfected this art and her expertise and experience make this an easy-to-follow book. Each step is fully illustrated and the text is "reader tested" and enthusiastically endorsed. With over thirty-eight plates, examples, charts and illustrations, in both color and black & white, the reader is taken step-by-step through the making of Deon's Designs Originale Earrings (made from seed and bugle beads); Loop Style Quill Earrings; Loop Style Double Earrings; Tin Cone, Quill and Seed Bead Earrings; Headpin Earrings; Heishi Earrings; and, Peyote Stitch Earrings. The creation of complimentary necklaces is also explained and illustrated. This book is truly the best of its kind and a must if you enjoy creating beautiful crafts.