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| Basics |
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13 | (7) |
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22 | (4) |
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Create a sparkling centerpiece with lively layers of delicate peyote petals |
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26 | (4) |
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The Belle Epoque of the late 19th century meets the 21st century in this contemporary take on a fashion standard |
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Fashion at your fingertips |
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30 | (3) |
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Create a chic ring with pearl and crystal accents |
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33 | (4) |
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Undulating waves of peyote stitch tumble `round a sturdy core |
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37 | (3) |
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Freshwater pearls dangle from the points of this clever necklace |
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40 | (4) |
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Lanes of herringbone stitch pave the way for accents of pearls and fire-polished beads |
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44 | (4) |
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Highlight beautiful buttons in your beadwork |
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48 | (2) |
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Work up a three-strand bracelet with accelerated herringbone stitch |
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50 | (2) |
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Two-hole Tila beads lend stability to this delicate beaded band |
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52 | (3) |
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Diagonal right-angle weave aligns tiny pearls in neat rows, creating elegant wear-anywhere accessories |
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55 | (3) |
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Weave a lovely crystal topper for a large pearl or gemstone, and then enclose the bead within a seed bead cage |
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58 | (2) |
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What a combination! Take a classic pearl cuff and embellish it with sparkling margaritas to create this glamorous bracelet |
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60 | (3) |
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Use bicone crystals to give this piece the look of cloth with a sparkling floral motif |
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63 | (3) |
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Embellish a supple spine of cubic right-angle weave with sparkling seed beads |
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66 | (4) |
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Shape rows of cubic right-angle weave with three simple connecting techniques |
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70 | (3) |
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Combine several bead styles to take the guesswork out of this daring cubic right-angle weave design |
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73 | (3) |
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Sporting all the glamour of the golden age of Hollywood, this captivating cuff is a style essential |
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76 | (3) |
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For easy shaping, nothing beats brick stitch |
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79 | (3) |
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This reversible bracelet offers lots of options to play with color & pattern |
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82 | (4) |
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A beading fluke turned into a twist of fate and a super-sparkly necklace |
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86 | (2) |
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Beading wire lends structure to a favorite spiral stitch |
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88 | (3) |
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Bugles chase spinning seed bead bands in an easy rope technique |
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91 | (3) |
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Embellish a beaded bead with rings of crystals for a light and airy sphere with sparkly appeal |
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A bead chain runs through it |
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94 | (2) |
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Weave strands of seed beads and crystals through colored chain for a supple bracelet |
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96 | (3) |
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Make open-air beaded beads with bugles, pearls, and crystals for a classy, vintage look |
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99 | (3) |
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Stitch a vernal garland to wear year-round |
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102 | (4) |
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Stitch a beaded universe at the center of a chain-link star |
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106 | (2) |
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Briolette dangles nestled in a chain of seed beads create a beautiful, classic line |
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108 | (4) |
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One three-dimensional technique makes many components in this regal necklace |
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112 | (3) |
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Darling daisy motifs dance along a netted base |
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115 | (3) |
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Bicone crystals play peek-a-boo, letting square crystal components take center stage |
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118 | (4) |
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Use modified right-angle weave to create sparkling pearl nests |
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Angled beads nestle together to make spiky flower shapes |
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114 | (12) |
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Wrap crystal clusters with ribbons of seed beads and top them off with a crystal bow, creating a glittering gift |
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126 | (3) |
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Four favorite bead shapes work harmoniously in this elegant bracelet |
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129 | (1) |
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Fashion an everyday bracelet with a simple pattern of shapes |
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130 | (2) |
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Sandwich a crystal stone between two filigree rings, and link a series of rivolis for a bracelet that's a little metal, a little magic |
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132 | (2) |
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So often relegated to decorative fringe, bugle beads form the foundation of these elegant earrings |
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134 | (3) |
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A regal but wearable chain offers a subtle nod to Macedonian majesty |
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137 | (3) |
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Pearls are the perfect fit for these beaded cubes |
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140 | (4) |
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Rows of beaded fans run through a framework of filigree beads |
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144 | (3) |
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Jewel-tone beads and metallic accents lend the look of royalty, minus the silver spoon |
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We've got Christmas covered |
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147 | (3) |
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Wrap up your holiday gift list with traditional ornament covers |
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150 | (3) |
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Lighten up with an airy bracelet and a whimsical parade of poultry |
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153 | (3) |
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Combine bead embroidery with chunky vintage findings |
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156 | (4) |
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Learn to make sinuous shapes with beads and soutache braid, a common element in the French art of passementerie |
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Multiple-Technique Projects |
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160 | (74) |
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162 | (3) |
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Get your bling on by stacking two kinds of sequins to make sparkling dots of color |
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165 | (3) |
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Bejeweled treasures provide instant gratification |
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168 | (4) |
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Create an underwater vision of botanical bliss for your wrist |
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172 | (4) |
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Multiple components work in concert to showcase an art-glass bead focal |
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176 | (4) |
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Combine stitches to create a feminine bracelet that epitomizes the word "pretty" |
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180 | (3) |
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Make a beaded daisy chain just like the real thing |
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183 | (3) |
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Draped seed beads paired with dramatic fringe make for old-world charm |
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186 | (3) |
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Drop beads accentuate a sculptural spiral centerpiece |
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189 | (3) |
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Dream up any color combination, from ethereal to bold, for this elegant ornament |
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192 | (4) |
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Create bold yet flexible waves of color with a variety of right-angle weave techniques |
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196 | (4) |
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Express your unique style with the right combination of decorative accents |
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200 | (3) |
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Stitched in one continuous path, this well-formed necklace is a must-have |
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203 | (3) |
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A crisscrossing pathway of beads adds a lacy look to this sturdy tiled bracelet |
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206 | (4) |
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Crystal stones make pinch-me perfect posies to dangle from a latticework choker |
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210 | (3) |
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Capture a crystal in a bezel nestled in a band of netted stars |
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213 | (3) |
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Stitch a versatile beaded motif that exudes romantic sophistication |
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216 | (3) |
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Two stitches become birds of a feather in this necklace |
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219 | (5) |
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Regal components evoke visions of the past |
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224 | (4) |
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At first glance, this fetching floral cuff appears to be bead embroidery, but don't be fooled |
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228 | (3) |
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A multi-stitch beaded bezel and tubular bracelet straps provide the perfect environment for a stone cabochon |
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231 | (3) |
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Bezeled crystal stones and embellished ladders create an exciting explosion of beadwork |
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234 | (18) |
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236 | (2) |
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Chain stitch seed beads and sequins into a bountiful necklace |
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238 | (2) |
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Alternating Byzantine links take a plain jump ring bracelet to the next level |
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Crystal-linked chain mail |
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Lighten up and brighten up a chain mail bracelet with Swarovski crystal links |
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239 | (7) |
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Using a mix of sequin colors allows the light to dance across this lively bracelet |
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246 | (3) |
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Fight off evildoers with a bold cuff made of metal and wire |
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249 | (2) |
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Combine large- and small-link chain in mixed metals with wire-wrapped briolettes |
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251 | (1) |
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Add a small splash of color with crystals and beading wire |
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| Contributors |
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252 | (3) |
| Index |
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