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| Basics |
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12 | (8) |
| Stitching |
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20 | (2) |
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22 | (2) |
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Tubular peyote loops link up for a classy bracelet |
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24 | (4) |
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Use a variety of beads to embellish irregular shapes |
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How does your garden grow? |
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28 | (3) |
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An Art Deco-inspired design combines flowers, gold and silver, and peyote stitch |
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31 | (3) |
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Waves of color wash over glistening crystals |
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34 | (2) |
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A chunky beaded chain-link necklace works up quickly and makes a big impact |
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36 | (2) |
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Decorative metal links take a flat peyote band to a higher level |
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38 | (2) |
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Strategically placed openings frame gemstone coins |
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40 | (2) |
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Embellish a pointed-back round stone crystal with cylinders and seed beads |
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42 | (3) |
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Make a twisted bracelet by joining two lengths of tubular herringbone |
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45 | (3) |
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Accentuate Ndebele herringbone stitch with offset-hole lentil beads |
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48 | (2) |
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Add fresh peas to your jewelry diet |
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50 | (5) |
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Suspend a trio of foxglove blooms from a twisted tubular Ndebele herringbone rope |
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55 | (3) |
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Simple strands of seed beads combined with frothy WireLace create an ultrafeminine display for an art-glass bead |
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58 | (2) |
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Make these earrings in one night with only a few materials |
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60 | (2) |
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Rows of crystals and seed beads worked in modified square stitch showcase a vintage clasp |
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62 | (3) |
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Use an old technique to create a new look |
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65 | (1) |
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Embellish curving earrings with graduated accent bead spikes |
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66 | (4) |
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A sprinkling of crystals shimmers in a modified right-angle weave band |
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70 | (2) |
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Construct a sturdy right-angle weave bangle base using metal seed beads |
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72 | (2) |
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Right-angle weave transforms crystals and seed beads into sparkling snowflakes |
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74 | (2) |
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Frame a focal bead in brick stitch and add some playful fringe |
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76 | (2) |
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Alternating clusters of different-sized seed beads create texture across a beaded band |
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78 | (2) |
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Spiral netted beaded ropes are a quick and easy centerpiece for a bold strung necklace |
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80 | (3) |
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A beaded tube enhances a long scarf |
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83 | (3) |
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Bugle beads create hexagonal shapes in vertical netting |
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86 | (2) |
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Cylinder beads and crystals cross paths in a dazzling choker |
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88 | (2) |
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An abundance of crystals makes this bracelet sparkle |
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90 | (2) |
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Stitch crystals into glittering rings |
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92 | (3) |
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Add a sparkling pave-esque layer of fire-polished beads to a base stitched in cross-needle weave |
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95 | (3) |
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Raised cubes placed at intervals across a flexible band give a sprocket-like look to a two-needle-weave design |
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98 | (2) |
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Tiny golden Charlottes add a warm gleam to the sparkle of crystals |
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100 | (3) |
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Wirework ad simple stitching come together in an eye-catching necklace and pendant |
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103 | (1) |
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Daggers and crystals pair beautifully in figure 8 earrings |
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104 | (3) |
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Prolong your beading enjoyment with a complex-looking three-strand necklace |
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107 | (3) |
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Leaf clusters made of oval fire-polished beads radiate from curving seed bead spines |
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110 | (2) |
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A woven cage of crystals and cylinder beads surrounds a resin bead |
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112 | (2) |
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Stitched butterflies make a bracelet perfect for spring or summertime |
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114 | (2) |
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Stitch delicate crystal bezels for brilliant rivolis |
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Ladder stitch takes center stage |
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116 | (2) |
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Ladders build up to a structural bracelet |
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118 | (3) |
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Encircle a unique glass bead with a fringe of crystals |
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121 | (3) |
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Elegant drops unite stepped chains for sleek and classic style |
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124 | (2) |
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Create a centerpiece using offset rows of daisy chain |
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126 | (8) |
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Construct a glowing beaded lantern, panel by panel |
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134 | (4) |
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Learn new techniques to make a curving circular bezel and a feathery twisting rope |
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Right-angle weave and then some |
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138 | (3) |
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Embellished, modified right-angle-weave units create an open base that is filled in with ladder-stitch sections |
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141 | (3) |
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Get graphic with a necklace stitched in bold colors |
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144 | (3) |
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Contrasting colors and textures define the feel of this comfortable peyote stitch collar |
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147 | (3) |
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Odd-count peyote creates symmetry, while square stitch brings this bracelet to a creative close |
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150 | (4) |
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Have fun with variations of a repeating design element |
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154 | (3) |
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Stitch and string crystals and seed beads to make a glamorous necklace |
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157 | (3) |
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Multiple beaded links are chained together for a loopy necklace |
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160 | (4) |
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A cluster of Russian leaves and a ruffled peyote stitch vine embellish an Ndebele herringbone tube |
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164 | (4) |
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Delectable right-angle weave and peyote-stitched shapes make an enticing statement |
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168 | (3) |
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Criss-cross a bugle-bead base with seed beads, pearls, and crystals spikes |
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171 | (3) |
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The beauty of the rose is everlasting when created in beadwork |
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174 | (4) |
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Large vintage buttons are put in the spotlight as centerpieces for bead-embellished pendants |
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178 | (2) |
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Link stone rings with hidden crimp beads |
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180 | (3) |
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Bezeled rivolis, crystal fringe, and a twining spiral rope unite a variety of beads into a sparkling, serpentine necklace |
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183 | (5) |
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Gather a handful of beaded berries for a bountiful bracelet |
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188 | (2) |
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Straight rows of ladder stitch anchor alternating motifs of flat and wavy Ndebele herringbone |
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Beading without boundaries |
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190 | (4) |
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Embrace variety and experimentation with free-form beadwork |
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194 | (10) |
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196 | (3) |
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Crochet a lively bracelet with multiple sizes of beads |
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Not your grandmother's crochet |
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199 | (3) |
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The appeal of wire crochet is its airy, open look |
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202 | (2) |
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Relax and crochet a low-key necklace with larger beads |
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204 | (48) |
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206 | (2) |
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Seed beads snake around gemstones to add textural interest |
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208 | (2) |
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Leafy fringe adds texture and movement to these strands |
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210 | (2) |
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Colorful jump rings form components based on a modified Celtic star pattern |
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212 | (2) |
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Double up gemstone beads to add color to chain mail |
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214 | (2) |
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Try making wedding knot chain mail in this quick, easy project |
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216 | (2) |
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Create colorful dangling earrings from layered jump ring clusters |
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Wrapped hematite hourglasses |
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218 | (3) |
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Swirling wire and free-floating seed beads encase hematite hourglass beads |
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221 | (1) |
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Enjoy the subtle glow of pearls perched in a simple wire frame |
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222 | (2) |
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Coiled-wire link components perfectly showcase tablet beads |
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224 | (2) |
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These hoops add pizzazz to any outfit |
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226 | (4) |
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Form an asymmetrical wire necklace in the spirit of autumn |
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230 | (2) |
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Link components to make wearable mini chandeliers |
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232 | (4) |
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Metal tags wrapped with wire create a colorful pendant |
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236 | (2) |
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A few big beads combine with plenty of chain for a striking yet minimalist necklace |
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238 | (4) |
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Twisted and wrapped wire earrings display tiny vining flowers |
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242 | (5) |
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Frame beads with coiled wire to make a necklace with exotic appeal |
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247 | (3) |
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Wirework leaves display natural charm |
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250 | (2) |
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A six-strand braid gives an interesting twist to strings of lentil and bugle beads |
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| Contributors |
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252 | (3) |
| Index |
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