Beading Bible: The essential guide to beads and beading techniques

The Beading Bible is a comprehensive guide to beads and beading techniques, presenting essential beading know-how and a wide range of inspirational projects, tips, and ideas. It covers all the traditional techniques, from bead loom weaving to wire work, and includes over 30 fabulous projects for beaders of all abilities.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 14 September 2021
Publisher: David & Charles

An essential guide to beads and beading techniques, presenting essential beading knowledge together with a wide range of inspirational projects, tips, and ideas. Beads are the oldest and most widespread art form, having been used in virtually every culture since ancient times. Over the years, new materials and methods of making beads have been introduced, and now bead workers have a vast array of stunning beads to work with. Beading has also developed over the years, and even though many traditional techniques are still popular, the craft is constantly evolving. With so many techniques and such a vast array of beads and materials available for the contemporary beader, there is definitely a need for a comprehensive guide. The Beading Bible is just that—an encyclopaedia of beads and beading techniques that aims to educate and inspire anyone who loves working with beads.

The Beading Bible begins by looking at beads themselves; how to choose beads from metal, modeled, gemstone, seed beads, and cylinder beads to hex beads, crystals, glass, and bugle beads. There are handy tables to help you understand how beads are measured and bead quantities, as well as advice on choosing bead colors. You are then guided through the basic to more specialist tools and equipment that you will need in beadwork. You will find each beading technique explained in detail throughout the chapters. However, the book begins by giving you the basic knowledge of essential techniques, such as working from a chart and knotting.

The book is divided into eight chapters that cover all the traditional techniques: bead loom weaving, off-loom bead stitches, ropes and cords, fringing, netting and tassels, threading and stringing, wire work and jewelry techniques, bead embroidery, and even knitting and crochet with beads.

Each chapter includes step-by-step instructions, illustrations, and photographs to help you master the techniques. You will learn how to create beautiful beaded jewelry, accessories, and home decor items using a variety of beads and techniques. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced beader, The Beading Bible is an invaluable resource that will help you take your beadwork to the next level.

In conclusion, The Beading Bible is an essential guide to beads and beading techniques that will inspire and educate anyone who loves working with beads. With its comprehensive coverage of traditional and contemporary techniques, step-by-step instructions, and beautiful illustrations, this book is a must-have for anyone who wants to create stunning beaded jewelry, accessories, and home decor items. So why wait? Get your copy of The Beading Bible today and start creating your own beautiful beaded masterpieces!

Weight: 738g
Dimension: 215 x 279 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781446308868