The Complete Guide to Beading Techniques: 30 Decorative Projects (Beadwork Books)

Beaded elegance at its best

Beads can go everywhere, from intricate home decor accents to dazzling jewelry. Learn how to create unique, beaded works of art yourself in this complete guide of beading techniques. Even if you have never worked with beads before, you'll quickly learn how to bead like the pros. After introducing basic terms and tools, Jane Davis guides you through more than a dozen techniques, and you will complete samples to reinforce the skills learned. If you are an experienced beader, you will not be disappointed - advanced techniques and projects are included just for you.

This complete guide of beading techniques includes:

• Brick and ladder stitch
• Loomwork
• Peyote stitch
• Crochet
• Knitting
• Tambourwork
• Tatting
• Wirework

30 beautiful step-by-step projects, such as:

• Jewelry
• Pinch purse
• Table settings
• Pincushion
• Christmas ornaments
• Business can holder
• Lampshade
• Boxes

Perfect for beaders of all skill levels, The Complete Guide to Beading Techniques is fully illustrated with lavish photos of antique and contemporary beadwork.