Beadweaving Mastery: More than 15 Beading Projects for Jewelry and Accessories - Tapa blanda

Master beadweaving techniques with 15 brand new designs! Beadweaving Mastery shows you how to create stunning jewelry and other items from the vast range of beads available. The focus is on off-loom weaving--joining beads by means of various techniques and turning them into beautiful items, such as tassel fobs, tablemats, bracelets, or bookmarks. Techniques include basic ropes, tassels and lariats, brick stitch and peyote in various applications and combinations. You also get:

• Dazzling original designs created specifically for the book.
• Information on beads, their history, colors, how to choose them and use them.
• Basic techniques with a wide range of applications and combinations.
• Easy-to-follow instructions with step-by-step photographs and line drawings.
• A host of practical hints and tips to ensure your beading experience remains an absolute pleasure.

Coming from a strong design background, Heather Laithwaite has always loved the creative world. She plays with color and texture and explores these elements through beading and design. Heather has taught beading for many years, and the long waiting list to join her classes is testimony to the infectious enthusiasm with which she shares her amazing talent and skill. She is married, has three children, and lives in Cape Town, South Africa.