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Learn about the intricacies of the fashionable art of beading, and make your own beaded jewellery and beautiful household accessories. An illustrated introduction looks at the history of beads, their manufacture and their use in different cultures, from the multi-coloured African beads of the Masia tribes to the animal-shaped Inca beads of the Peruvians. The current vogue for beading in clothing mirrors the fashions of the 1920s when beads were on every dress, purse, and accessory. Instant Expert Beading covers 20 techniques, from using findings, loom weaving, and bead-embroidery, to wire work and tassels. Clar instructions are accompanied by ideas to take your new skills further. Whatever your level there will be a project to inspire you to make something beautiful.Product Identifiers
PublisherOctopus
ISBN-139781840727012
eBay Product ID (ePID)86865132
Product Key Features
Book TitleInstant Expert: Beading
AuthorLucinda Ganderton
FormatHardcover
LanguageEnglish
TopicDecorative Art
Publication Year2005
Dimensions
Item Height280mm
Item Width1mm
Additional Product Features
Title_AuthorLucinda Ganderton
Series TitleInstant Expert
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom