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Ready for a fun new adventure? Get started beading!

Why not give stringing, basic beadweaving, and easy wirework a try? Making your own beautiful jewelry is easier than you may have thought. A few basic tools and the techniques in this book will help you turn colorful beads into earrings, bracelets, and necklaces you'll be proud to wear or make for gifts.

The editors of Bead & Button magazine have made beading basics easy for you with this collection of the best instructions for beginners published over ten years—more than 50 great-looking jewelry items. Each section of Get Started Beading begins with the easiest approach, then explains one new technique at a time with clear instructions, step-by-step photographs, and illustrations.

In these pages you'll learn:

• bead-stringing basics
• fail-safe, professional-looking wrapped loops
• coiling and other wirework techniques
• and the classic off-loom bead stitches: brick, square, peyote, herringbone, and right-angle weave

Also included are a photo guide to show you all the essential tools and materials and an inspirational gallery of stylish accessories. Projects ranging from "make and wear tonight" strung necklaces to "you made that!" signature pieces pack this book with great ideas and information—everything you need to... get started beading!

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