Thursday, March 26, 2009

Beading and beadwork books

I think that the Internet is the best information source, no matter what you want to learn, including beadwork.
However, if you really want to have some palpable learning materials about the art of beading, I have a suggestion : beadwork books.
Here is a list of the best books to learn beading and beadwork, according to the site About.com (more details HERE) :

1. Creative Bead Weaving: A Contemporary Guide to Classic Off Loom Stitches
2. Beadwork Basics by Ann Benson
3. Beading on a Loom by Don Pierce
4. The Art of Beadwork by Valerie Hector
5. French Inspired Jewelry - Creating with Vintage Beads, Buttons & Baubles
6. The Beader's Guide to Color by Margie Deeb7. Beaded Embellishment by Amy C. Clarke and Robin Atkins8. Beading for the Soul - Inspired Designs from 23 Contemporary Artists
9. Jill Oxton's Beautiful Beading for Beginners and Beyond
10. The New! Beader's Companion - Expanded and Updated from Interweave Press

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