Reviews
"Bead Simple" is simply fantastic, proving that with a few tools, a couple of easy to learn techniques, and the guidance of Susan Beal's wonderful eye for color and texture, anyone can make beautiful handcrafted jewelry. The projects are absolutely inspiring, and I can't wait to get started myself! -- Debbie Stoller, bestselling author of "Stitch 'N Bitch", ""Bead Simple"" is simply fantastic, proving that with a few tools, a couple of easy to learn techniques, and the guidance of Susan Beal's wonderful eye for color and texture, anyone can make beautiful handcrafted jewelry. The projects are absolutely inspiring, and I can't wait to get started myself! -- Debbie Stoller, bestselling author of ""Stitch 'N Bitch "" ""Bead Simple: 150 Designs for Necklaces, Earrings, Bracelets, Embellishments and More, ""by Susan Beal (Taunton Press, 220 pages, $19.95 paperback): Innovative (and easy) beaded designs that range from classy to campy. Includes projects from dozens of national designers, including a multimedia charm collage by yours truly! --""Crafty Chica"" Kathy Cano-Murillo, ""The Arizona Republic"", Bead Simpleis simply fantastic, proving that with a few tools, a couple of easy to learn techniques, and the guidance of Susan Beal's wonderful eye for color and texture, anyone can make beautiful handcrafted jewelry. The projects are absolutely inspiring, and I can't wait to get started myself! -- Debbie Stoller, bestselling author ofStitch 'N Bitch, "Bead Simple" is simply fantastic, proving that with a few tools, a couple of easy to learn techniques, and the guidance of Susan Beal's wonderful eye for color and texture, anyone can make beautiful handcrafted jewelry. The projects are absolutely inspiring, and I can't wait to get started myself! -- Debbie Stoller, bestselling author of "Stitch 'N Bitch " "Bead Simple: 150 Designs for Necklaces, Earrings, Bracelets, Embellishments and More, "by Susan Beal (Taunton Press, 220 pages, $19.95 paperback): Innovative (and easy) beaded designs that range from classy to campy. Includes projects from dozens of national designers, including a multimedia charm collage by yours truly! --"Crafty Chica" Kathy Cano-Murillo, "The Arizona Republic"
Table of Content
1. Getting Started: Tools, Materials, Design, Icons 2. Techniques: Beadstringing, Wirework, Beadweaving, Knotting 3. Earrings: Solo Earrings, Duo Earrings, Trio Earrings, Modern Drop Earrings, Multi-Drop Earrings, Vintage Button Earrings,Circle Deluxe Earrings, Low and Swingy Earrings, Starburst Earrings 4. Necklaces: The One-Strand Necklace, The Memoir Necklace, The Vintagesque Necklace, The Hardware Store Necklace, The Three-of-a-kind Choker, The Front and Center Necklace, The Swingy Necklace, The Vintage Button Necklace, The Woven Collar Necklace, The Two-Tier Necklace, The Vintage Pin Necklace 5. Pendants: The Charming Pendant, The Modern Drop Pendant, The Ribbon Choker, The Circle Deluxe Pendant, The Multi-Drop Pendant, The Spaces and Sparkles Pendant, The Starburst Pendant 6. Brooches and Barrettes: The Sparkle Cocktail Brooch, The Floral Galore Brooch, The Vintage Button Brooch, The Glitter Barrette, The Vamp Hair Comb, The Sparkle Band 7. Bracelets: The One-Strand Bracelet, The Memoir Bracelet, The Hardware Store Bracelet, The Charming Bracelet, The Vintage Button Bracelet, The Woven Bracelet 8. Embellishments and Accessories: The Sparkle It! Ribbon Trim, The Sparkle It! Household Accessory, The Sparkle It! Accessories, The Sparkle It! Wearables, The Sparkle It! Winterwear, The Handbag Charm, The Good-Luck Charm, The Sparkle It! Bag, The Low-Slung Chain Belt, Sunglasses Chain, Holiday Ornament Resources Guide to our Guest Designers
