eISBN 978-1-60765-139-0
ISBN 978-1-57421-592-2
Bead Basics 101 is a revised version of the book Bead Basics 101 originally published in 2006 by Design Originals.
COPY PERMISSION - The written instructions, photographs, designs, patterns, and projects in this publication are intended for the personal use of the reader and may be reproduced for that purpose only. Any other use, especially commercial use, is forbidden under law without the written permission of the copyright holder. Every effort has been made to ensure that all information in this book is accurate. However, due to differing conditions, tools and individual skills, neither the author nor publisher can be responsible for any injuries, losses and other damages which may result from the use of the information in this book.
INFORMATION - All rights reserved. All images in this book have been reproduced with the knowledge and prior consent of the artists concerned and no responsibility is accepted by producer, publisher or printer for any infringement of copyright or otherwise, arising from the contents of this publication. Every effort has been made to ensure that credits accurately comply with information supplied.
WARNING: Due to the components used in this craft, children under 8 years of age should not have access to materials or supplies. Under rare circumstances components of products could cause serious or fatal injury. Neither Design Originals, Suzanne McNeill, the product manufacturer or the supplier is responsible.
NOTE: The use of products and trademark names is for informational purposes only, with no intention of infringement upon those trademarks.
© 2013 by Donna Goss, Andrea Gibson, Suzanne McNeill and Design Originals,
www.d-originals.com, an imprint of Fox Chapel Publishing, 800-457-9112, 1970 Broad Street, East Petersburg, PA 17520.
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Getting Started
Take the mystery out of beading. Bead Basics 101 is your one-stop, all-purpose source for every aspect of beading. This terrific beginners’ resource starts with a guide to the types of beads, moves on to essential tools, and shows you all the right findings. From clasps to crimp beads, you will find it here. Just follow the photos and you will be stringing lovely works of dazzling jeweled art in no time.
If you always thought beading would be expensive, think again and check out Saving Money on page 5. Gorgeous handmade jewelry does not have to cost a fortune. Follow these tips and save a bundle.
With Bead Basics 101, you will explore the joys of mixing colors and using focal beads to their greatest advantage, learn to create unique accents, as well as string multiple strands with confidence. Bead artists Donna Goss and Andrea Gibson welcome you to the wonderful world of beading as they guide you through the intricacies of earrings, the wonders of wire, and the dazzle of crystals.
We hope you enjoy your beading adventure.
Tools: Needle-nose pliers, Round-nose pliers, Chain-nose pliers, End nippers, Crimp pliers
Supplies: Beading wire, Toggle clasp, Crimp beads
Sizes of Round Beads
Number of Beads Per Inch
Types of Beads
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