Beading books

This is a guide only. Not all colors are available in all styles and shapes.

Swarovski Color Chart
BK-20 $19.95
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This stunning color chart, featuring Swarovski's Classic and Exclusive colors, is a must-have for anyone making or selling jewelry with Swarovski Crystal Beads. Along with its brilliant display of color, it also features an example of the available finish effects such as Aurora Borealis (AB), Satin, Vitrail Medium, etc. This color chart features a sample of the colors using authentic Swarovski 4mm bicones with and without an AB finish, all attached to a well constructed hard backing. It is equipped with a hanger on the back for wall mounting as well as an easel back so that it easily stands up. Take this chart along to your jewelry parties to show clients more choices. Please note that the chart has examples of most, but not all, of the crystal colors in current production and all colors are not available in all shapes and sizes. This item is made by the Swarovski factory in Austria. Quantities are limited and may be available for a short time only.
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bead
BK-17 $19.95
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Bicones, buttons, drops, rhinestones. Glittering and colorful, these and other multi-faceted glass crystal beads have become the jewelry maker’s material of choice. They’re the star of the show in this sparkling entry in the Beading with series, which features a fabulous combination of both simple and more complex projects. Crafters start their creative journey by learning basic techniques, including stringing and simple wirework (looping, wrapping, coiling). Then they’re ready to start making pieces that range from a necklace of matte metal beads and shimmering crystals to a captivating pair of chandelier earrings. Sophisticated jewelry findings accent the finished pieces, and detailed illustrations make the process easy and successful for beginners. Hardcover, 144 pages, measures 8.5"" x 10"

bead
BK-18 $19.95
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From a reconstructed vintage necklace that incorporates family heirlooms to a locket collar with trinkets and ribbon, these projects are literally charm-filled. This latest entry in the popular Beading with series goes way beyond the familiar charm bracelet.

Creating Crystal Jewelry
BK-19 $19.95 each
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Working with world-famous Swarovski cut-crystal beads- author Laura McCabe creates luminous necklaces- earrings- pendants- and rings for beaders of every skill level. The author provides complete step-by-step instruction for 20 projects (10 for beginners) — and presents 50 more in a photo gallery of design variations- teaching readers how to vary colors and shapes to create custom effects. All 70 designs are made with only three simple beadwork techniques: flat peyote stitch- tubular peyote stitch- and spiral rope. There is also a chapter on making decorative embellishments- such as bezels- beaded leaves- star flowers- berry clusters- and fringe. Learn to create elegant- old-world jewelry with modern style through the only book on the market endorsed by the world’s leading manufacturer of cut-crystal beads! Softcover, 144 Pages, measures 8.5 x 11

bead
BK-16 $12.95
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By Elizabeth Bower Explains the basics of beading and offers 23 step-by-step projects for beaded jewelry, gifts and housewares. Projects include earrings, bracelets, necklaces and more.

Memory Wire Magic
BK-1 $12.95 each
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By Katie Hacker. Easy-to-follow instructions for making elegant designs with memory wire. Learn how to make wine glass charms, curtain tie-backs, candle wraps, Christmas tree ornaments, bracelets, rings and more! Includes step-by-step instructions and large, color photos for making up to 20 different designs. No experience necessary. A great book for beginners.

Craft Wire Creations
BK-2 $6.95
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By Katie Hacker. Have fun bending and shaping craft wire into fantastic home decor and jewelry designs. This book is great for the beginning wire crafter and includes easy-to-follow instructions for making 25 projects using wire jigs and various pliers. Learn how to decorate lampshades, notebooks, and gift boxes as well as how to make great bracelets, earrings, and necklaces. No experience necessary.

Born to Bead
BK-3 $9.95
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By Katie Hacker. This book contains directions and photos for making 67 dazzling and dramatic beaded jewelry projects. Learn how to make beaded bracelets, earrings, hair accessories, and necklaces. 40 pages full of great project ideas for the beginning to intermediate crafter.

Coiled Wire Beads & Jewelry
BK-8 $6.95
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By LeRoy Goertz. Coiled Wire Beads & Jewelry is perfect for learning how to work with ColourCraft® and the Coiling Gizmo. Full of large pictures and dozens of tips and hints!

Complete Beading for Beginners
BK-10 $19.95
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By Karen Rempel. This book contains simple, easy-to-follow directions that show you how to make necklaces, earrings, and embroidered clothing, dream catchers, and barrettes with beads, findings, and tools. A glossary of terms with matching illustrations is provided in the back of the book and is a great reference tool for beginners and advanced designers. 158 pages.

Basics of Bead Stringing
BK-11 $5.95
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By Debbie Kanan. A complete illustrated approach to beginner and advanced designers which explains how to use many Beadalon® products. Well written and explanatory. 63 pages full of valuable information at an affordable price.

It's Knot Hard
BK-12 $6.95
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This 17-page soft cover book features step-by-step instructions color photos and clear directions so you can make great hemp jewelry the first time you try. Includes 28 designs for hip natural hemp that you can knot bead and wear right away.

Sensational Bead Stringing
BK-13 $5.95
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A great referencebook for using bead stringing wire to make many different types of jewelry...Learn how to make 40 trendy and stylish jewelry designs with easy to follow intsructions...For Begginer,,,intermediate and Expert Beader.