Beyond Beading Basics

Carole Rodgers, author of Beading Basics, returns with more beautiful projects for readers who want to move beyond simple stringing. Beyond Beading Basics contains 24 projects that teach and incorporate techniques new to the beginning beader, such as increasing and decreasing stitches, doing three-dimensional beading and working with multiple hole-beads. Jewelry created with unusual materials such as fishing bobbers, brass washers and snap rings encourage you to explore and experiment. Detailed diagrams illustrate the steps for each project.

Beyond Beading Basics presents:

• 24 beading projects, from dazzling jewelry sets to a beaded card case and embroidered shirt
• step-by-step instructions accompanied by diagrams and photos
• a handy review of basic tools and techniques

Take the next step in beading! Beyond Beading Basics teaches the more complex aspects of beading that go beyond basic techniques and introductory weaving stitches. Learn how to use common findings as an integral part of beading design, use multiple-hole beads and wrapped pins, how to make baskets and other shapes with wire and beads, bead around cobochons and combine stitches for unique effects. More than 25 projects demonstrate these techniques and provide additional inspiration.

Carole Rodgers is the author of the highly successful Beading Basics and she has contributed to a number of other books, plus how-to booklets on beading and needlework. She is a member of the Craft & Hobby Association and she currently contributes to the following magazines: Jewelry Crafts, Simply Beads, Step by Step Beads, Bead & Button, Bead Style, Crafts and more.