- Hardcover: 128 pages
- Publisher: Batsford Ltd (5 Oct 1993)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0713471530
- ISBN-13: 978-0713471533
- Product Dimensions: 23.2 x 16.7 x 2.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 656,708 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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The authors of this book explore both traditional and new ways of applying beads to a wide range of embroideries. Using diagrams and full-colour illustrations, they guide the reader through all the basic techniques, looking at the many exciting ways of attaching beads to fabrics and yarns. Sections look at equipment, colour, sewing beads and weaving with beads as well as a final section called the "finishing touch", which describes how to make beaded fringes, cards, chains and tassels for a professional look.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
For anyone interested in working with beads this book is for you. Whether you be a beginner or have used beads previously you will find something to delight you in this book. All the projects have detailed explanations so you aren't left wondering "what do I do next?" The pictures inspire you to start beading and as you work through the book the authors enthusiasm is catching. You'll learn what the types of beads are, why you'd use one kind over another, how to choose the design for you and how to execute it. Value for money and highly recommended.
14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is glorious! Everthing you wanted to know about bead work and MORE. Experimental, traditional, contempory and out of this world, everthing is in here. Explained in the authors clear and consise way, this book will have your fingers itching to get started. Full of exquisite photos this is a volume you will return to again and again.
15 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
whether you are just starting out in the world of bead embroidery or are a master at it this book is full of wonderful ideas and techniques. With beautiful colour photographs and clear instructions this book will be one that you will pick up again and again. It will not be the book that gathers dust!
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