I am relatively new to beading and picked up this book in the library to learn how to add clasps correctly. This book was all I could hope for. It help me solve the issue I was having with clasps and gave me a lot of new ideas and showed me the tools that will help me get the job done better and quicker.
This book is written by Editors of Bead&Button magazine. This book has 143 pages, lots of images, and clear explanations. The projects are suitable for new and experience beader, with the goal of producing great results without a huge investment of time. It has basic as well as unique designs. Here is the content with annotations for each project. I hope you will find it helpful.
Chapter : NECKLACES
Lampwork and gemstones
This project combines stone nuggets with lampworked beads in a classic necklace accented with silver tube beads.
Leaf necklace
This simple two-strand leaf necklace is a perfect example of "less is more."
Seed bead serpentine
This project adds textural interest to a double-strand necklace by winding seed beads along a natural path to a lampworked focal bead.
Chain and simple
Beaded elegant necklace that is fast to make.
Neckline variations
Because this design includes both scoop-and V-neck lines, the necklace looks terrific with many wardrobe choices.
Great lengths
This project makes a luxurious scarf necklace with long, flowing strands of seed beads.
Dew drops
Turns sparkling teardrops and bicone crystals into interesting components on an elegant chain necklace.
Lavender lights
project for hydrangea lovers, this a flowery necklace looks like hydrangea.
Falling star necklace
Project to create a sparkling choker.
Triple decker
Bead choice determines the flavor of this three-strand stone, pebble, and pearl necklace.
Shell lei
Shell slices and jade beads fit together in a summery strand.
Cool dip
This necklace uses crystals and seed beads in cool, refreshing colors.
Plaited pearls
Braided beads and pearls coil into a luscious necklace.
Tiered drops
Simple wraps secure dangling pearls and crystals in an choker.
Sparkling sunflowers
Weave crystals and petal-shaped cubic zirconias into a glittering pendant.
Some assembly required
This project uses any small beads you have on hand to create a pretty necklace.
Multistrand elegance
This project creates an elegant multistrand necklace.
Pearls and gems
Play off color and shape with luscious stick pearls and stone slices.
Modern clusters
Wrap crystals, pearls, glass, and gemstones through geometric links for a necklace with casual elegance.
Better in blue
Use five strands of seed beads dressed up with a few crystals, simulated opals, and silver to pick up the shades in a pendant.
Crystal drop necklace
Crystal drops and opalescent seed beads turn this simple pattern into a versatile necklace.
Midnight lariat
This lariat is unusually short, keeping its appeal close to the neckline.
Focal bead fun
Set off a large focal bead with a spray of accent beads in a multistrand necklace.
Pearl garden
Create a stunning pearl necklace from a collection of sparkling components.
Butterfly necklace
This simple multistrand necklace is designed to show off two artist beads.
Tassel necklace
This tasseled piece spotlights an art bead with a multistrand design.
Quick change pendant
This easy pendant is designed to slip on and off a chain, leather, or cord necklace.
Chapter : BRACELETS
Beachy bracelet
Pearl or crystal dangles accent the gleam of shell buttons.
Multistrand twist bracelet
A magnetic clasp is the secret to these easy multistrand bracelets that use up leftover bits and pieces.
Meandering river of beads
Beautiful baguette-cut two-strand crystal spacers connect rows of bubbling beads.
Wire-wrapped bracelet
Wrap assorted beads around a sterling silver form to make an upscale accessory in a flash.
Wrapped hematite hourglasses
Swirling wire and free-floating seed beads encase hematite hourglasses. String in a simple pattern to emphasize the wire curves.
Watch out
The crystal sections of this sparkling watchband string up easily.
Briolette bracelet
Briolettes and crystals combine with accent beads for a sparkling bracelet.
A garden of charms
Combine fun glass beads in the shape of flowers, leaves, butterflies, and ladybugs to make an adorable charm bracelet.
Chapter : EARRINGS
Turning wheel earrings
Textured, hollow copper disk beads are light enough to make comfortable earrings.
On multiple levels
Use chain to create length and movement in these long, dangly earrings.
Feathered finery
Opulent, sable marabou feathers are a wonderful inspiration for jewelry designs and fun plumage to add to any wardrobe.
Gem-set pearls
Teardrop coin pearls are matched in pairs and set on both sides with a variety of tiny, faceted stones in gold bezels.
In one ear.
Personalize metal earrings and frame your face with a favorite phrase, quote, rhyme, or lyric accented by a variety of beaded dangles.
Crisscross earrings
Gold-filled and sterling small-link chains give dangle earrings a delicate look.
Chained beads
These simple but stylish earrings are a good way to use up leftover beads and pearls.
Boho hoops
Suspend a shimmering mother-of-pearl bead in generous double hoops for earrings with a Bohemian vibe.
Creative clusters
Get maximum wear from a few basic earring styles with this modular approach.
Upside down
Free-form wire design is fun and has limitless possibilities for these earrings.
Chapter : JEWELRY SETS
Enamel sensation
Combine fabulous enamel beads with crystals in a classic necklace, bracelet, and earring ensemble.
Charmed coral set
Combine silver shells, pearls, and coral for the perfect summer set reminiscent of a classic charm bracelet.
Faux lariat
This lariat design eliminates the wrap around your neck, but leaves two long, slinky strands of beads.
Silver cascade
Simply strung, this necklace can be casual or dramatic, depending on the length and quantity of strands.
Tears of joy
String small teardrop beads between large glass beads for an easy two-strand necklace, bracelet, and earrings.
Pearls just want to have fun
Crystal pearls dance and swing on this bracelet with matching earrings.
Focus on findings
Combine gemstones, crystals, and pearls to showcase textured silver components in simple but elegant strung jewelry.
Chandelier ensemble
Make a delicate pendant-and-earring ensemble with tiers of wire arches accented with small, faceted dangles.
Garland necklace
String a strand of easy-to-make components to create the illusion of an intricate necklace.
Delicate drops
Teardrop crystals drape daintily from a chain necklace and earrings.
Triple-take garnets
Float slivers of silver between garnet beads for a classic three-strand necklace.
I really enjoyed this book, learned a lot, and already used several projects in practice!
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Ali Julia review ★★★★★
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