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With over 25 years of jewellery industry expertise, author Wyatt White demonstrates the fundamental techniques of wire wrapping. Featuring more than 116 enlarged picture-instructions, the lessons in this booklet illustrate the principle wire wrapping techniques and how they are used to make loops, links, wrapped beads, and more using round wire.

Backed by more than 25 years of jewellery industry expertise, author Wyatt White demonstrates the essentials of wire wrapping, featuring more than 80 sensational picture-instructions. The lessons in this booklet will help you develop the vital skills needed to wire-wrap practically any type of object/stone using square and half-round wire.

Learn the basics of chain maille with author and chain maille expert Lauren Andersen with 110 detailed step by step picture instructions. You’ll learn essential techniques and weave patterns that are the basis of chain maille. The four patterns covered in this booklet are Byzantine/Birdcage, European 4-in-1, Turkish Round, and Full Persian/Foxtail.

Take the next step in your chain maille journey and learn how to weave like the experts. Author and chain maille aficionado Lauren Andersen guides you through these advanced techniques, which are recommended after you’ve mastered the Basics of Chain Maille. The four patterns covered in this booklet are the Half Persian, Japanese 12-in-2, Parallel/Helm’s Weave, and Dragonscale

Making cords is fun, easy and fast. In fact, a technique that looks this great shouldn't be this easy! Kumihimo (pronounced koo-mee-HEE-mo) is the ancient art of Japanese board braiding. While there are many braid structures that can be worked within the universe of board braiding, this booklet will concentrate on one easy-to-master braid. This braid can be made by children as young as 7; 'tweens are huge fans of it; teenagers tend to be "speed braiders"; and adults find it to be "Zen-like", relaxing and engaging without requiring concentration. The projects in this booklet progress from easy to more advanced. Paperback, 24 pages, 22x14cm

"This project-oriented book shows you step-by-step how to make a braid how it should look as you’re creating it and how to turn it into a beautiful necklace. It includes easy-to-follow instructions for 10 necklaces including braiding with beads. Includes projects for all skill levels and all ages. Paperback 36 pages measures 22 x 28cm."

"Karen DeSousa’s second kumihimo book has more of everything! More patterns. More necklaces. More great tips for making and finishing beautiful braids. It’s suitable for beginners and challenging enough for more experienced braiders. The book revisits the round braid (for beginners) and then pumps it up by adding seed beads and finishes without findings. The Laramie Twist, the 16 bobbin Roundabout, a different round braid called the Top and Bottom Tango that lets you evenly space out beads and crystals, and the Color Tipped Swirl which puts an edge of color to a fabulous twist braid. If that weren’t enough, the book then tells you how to turn these great braids into beautiful necklaces. Fun, elegant, artistic, fun! Paperback, 36 pages, measures 22 x 28cm."

"Most braiders never get past the basic round braid, and that's okay because there's so much you can do with it. Start off by designing your own project and then proceed through 12 different necklace and bracelet projects. You'll learn about the various textures provided by different shapes and finishes of beads. Plus, you'll learn how to create patterns with color and how to prep, braid and finish each project. From a Retro 50s look to an Out of this World lariat, this book is filled with braiding inspiration. Paperback, 36 pages, measures 22x28cm".

"Have you been looking for a fun craft to share with family and friends? The braiding wheel makes creating gorgeous braids easy to accomplish. This portable and inexpensive craft makes it perfect for sharing with a group. When your braid is complete, add the sparkle of glittering pendants for a chic, new look that will be the envy of all your friends. Want to add fibre cording to some of your favourite jewellery pieces? Learn how to use the Kumi braiding wheel and it will be a snap. This is another great craft demonstrated by Suzanne McNeill....travels well for crafters on the go."Paperback. Measures 22x28cm

"This book provides useful information for using braids in jewelry designs. Included are the warp sets for over 30 different patterns within the easy spiral structure as well as project ideas. All techniques are accompanied by photos including how to finish."Spiral-bound paperback, 32 pages, measures 22x28cm.

This book contains13 projects from Bead & Button magazine that teach you the basics of beading. This comprehensive book covers stringing, wirework, beaded beads, macrame and off loom beadweaving: peyote, brick, square and netting stitches. 19 page paperback. 21x27cm

The book contains colour chart patterns for angels as well as basic brick stitch instructions. There are instructions for finishing the items into pins. The book is 36 pages long, 14x21cm, paperback and spiral bound.

13 projects for amulet bags, a photo pouch and scroll, small containers, beaded bottles and a peyote bracelet. Stitches used are: peyote, herringbone, netting and brick stitch. The clear step by step instructions are well illustrated. The book is in colour throughout. 35 page paperback book. 22x28cm.

This collection of 25 designs covers both jewellery and wearables. Knit bracelets, necklaces, earrings, a small bag, a strawberry pin, beaded tassels as well as a poncho, hat and cuffs. Projects are graded as beginner, easy or intermediate. There is an introductory section on choosing materials as well as basic knitting steps and stitches.

Create special bracelets, necklaces and earrings that sparkle and glitter by beading with cubes and triangle beads. Learn unusual stitch variations with large illustrated diagrams. You’ll be amazed how using different sizes and shapes of beads makes the designs nest together. You’ll love every project and you’ll want to make dozens of fabulous jewelry pieces as gifts. This book contains an exciting mix of bracelet and necklace projects for a variety of skill levels. The 9 projects in volume 2 use unusual stitch variations as well as a few made-up stitches and techniques. Even experienced beaders may encounter techniques here that are completely new to them.Paperback, 35 pages. 21.5x28cm

This book contains 8 projects from Bead & Button magazine. The bead weaving stitches include tubular and flat peyote and herringbone (Ndelele), brick stitch and square stitch. The book is 19 pages long with a soft cover. The projects are: Tubular peyote bangle, Flat Ndebele band, Brick stitch diamond earrings, Easy peyote cuff, Square stitch bracelet, Tubular Ndebele bracelet, Sampler pin, Daisy necklace. It also contains a basic techniques section. 19 page paperback. 21x27cm

This book contains 14 projects. Each project is set out like a class or workshop with several different main projects as well as warm up exercises and additional ideas to help you create your own version of the designs.The projects are fully illustrated and are suitable for all levels of beaders.Click on the book to see some of the finished designs.64 page paperback with hidden spiral 22x29.5cmTHIS BOOK IS SENT SEPARATELYPostage is £2.00 to UK buyers, £5.00 to overseas buyers.

The book contains colour chart patterns for fairies and butterflies as well as basic brick stitch instructions. There are instructions for finishing the items into pins. The book is 32 pages long, 14x21cm, paperback and spiral bound.

This book contains 7 projects from Bead Style magazine that show how to highlight a few outstaning beads or harmonise a colourful assortment using knotting techniques. 19 pages Paperback 21x27cm

This book contains11 projects from Bead & Button magazine covering a variety of bead knitting techniqes such as spool knitted bracelets, knitting with wire and bead fringed bags and scarves. 19 page paperback. 21x27cm

This booklet shows you how to do Bead Sculpture using peyote stitch. The instructions have black and white photographs taken when the necklace on the cover was made. The techniques are clearly explained to give you a starting point for your own sculptural pieces. Paperback 14x22cm 18 pages

This book is filled with clear colour illustrations showing you how to create netted bracelets, necklaces and earrings. The book is in Dutch, German, English and French. Paperback 48 pages 15x21cm

This book is filled with clear colour illustrations showing you how to create bracelets and necklaces using daisy chain, chevron stitch, right angle weave and variations. The book is in Dutch, German, English and French. Paperback 48 pages 15x21cm

This book contains a collection of 17 projects that combine wire and beads. Projects include several necklaces, a bracelet, earings, and several projects for the home. The picture to the right shows the back cover with some of the projects. The book includes tips for working with wire as well as a basic stitch guide. Most projects are graded 'Intermediate' one necklace is graded 'Experienced'. Paperback 16 pages 21x27cm