Beginner's Guide to Bead Accessories [New]

An introductory book featuring the basics of bead accessories and 280 tips.

Title: Bead Accessory Handbook for Beginners

Packed with tips and ideas on bead types and how to use them, accessory making techniques, design, and storage. This is a must-have book to keep on hand, allowing you to quickly look up simple questions and "what was that again?"

From what beginners want to know, such as "what to do when gathering materials" and "basic things not written in recipes," to experienced crafters who want to "create original works" or "sell their creations," this is the best supplementary book for anyone who wants to enjoy making accessories!

＜Contents＞
● About Techniques
Introducing various techniques, from those often seen in kits and books, such as thread weaving, wire work, bead stitching, and bead crochet, to more specialized ones.

● About Beads
Seed beads, Czech beads, crystal glass, pearls, natural stones, etc. There are many types of beads. Knowing their characteristics allows you to choose them as you like, according to what you want to make.

● About Metal Fittings
Carefully introducing the types and uses of metal fittings, such as clasps, pins, chains, fasteners, and end parts. Metal fittings are not the main focus, but they are important parts that greatly affect the finish, strength, and usability of the work.

● About Tools and Auxiliary Materials
Introducing the roles and characteristics of basic tools like pliers and nippers, awls, tools used for each technique such as needles, and auxiliary materials such as thread and string.

● Design and Usage
Includes information useful for making and actually wearing accessories, such as accessory item names and necklace lengths and their names.

● Basic Techniques
Introducing basic techniques for each technique: thread weaving, stringing, pin work & wire work, bead stitching, and bead crochet. You can use these as a reference to arrange and enjoy according to the items you want to make and the materials you want to use.

● After You've Made It
From how to store and maintain finished accessories to how to enjoy remaking and sharing information.

● Words Related to Beads
Introducing design terms, techniques, and material names related to bead accessories, such as "vintage beads" and "cubic zirconia." Words you'll encounter when making accessories.
★ Includes 20 accessory recipes for beginners!