The Beader's Bible
Author | : Claire Crouchley |
Publisher | : Chartwell Books |
Total Pages | : 256 |
Release | : 2009-11-23 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781610583510 |
ISBN-13 | : 1610583515 |
Rating | : 4/5 (10 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: The biggest collection of patterns ever supplied in one book. Contains more than 300 fabulous bead designs with dozens of applications for amulets, chokers, necklaces, bracelets, hairslides, curtain tiebacks, napkin rings, and picture frames. Packed with designs for loom and off-loom weaving. Includes core techniques such as finishing your design, adding clasps, earwires, and pin backs. Each and every design is charted in full color using realistic bead graphics plus a photograph to show the finished piece. Essential information includes: quantities of beads required for each design; bead palette for quick color ID; suitability for loom or off-loom work.