Beadwork Basics - Softcover

Benson, Ann

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“Benson manages to discuss in the space of a few pages...bead fundamentals, including necessary tools and different techniques.”—Booklist. “An endless choice for the creative artist wishing to bead accessories with flair.”—Country Folk Art. “Add some sparkle to your life!”—Lapidary Journal.

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Maybe the word basics sets up certain expectations, but Benson manages to discuss in the space of a few pages--in the introduction and in concluding paragraphs--bead fundamentals, including necessary tools and different techniques (peyote stitch, brick stitch, and bead weaving, among others). Twenty-nine projects constitute the meat of the book, each with color photographs, materials list, directions, and, if necessary, charts, diagrams, and a key to the various sizes of beads. Among the projects are cobalt-and-gold cabochon earrings, a beaded bouquet clutch bag, stickpins and barrettes, and a pin with the visage of Marilyn Monroe. Unfortunately, beginners will find the projects a bit frustrating, since the basics of beadwork are not only separate from the patterns but abbreviated in description as well. Barbara Jacobs

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ISBN 10:  0806908777 ISBN 13:  9780806908779
Publisher: Sterling Pub Co Inc, 1994
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