Table of Contents

Introduction   6

Beads 8

Tools and Equipment 12

Techniques    16

Bead Loom Weaving 18

Off Loom Bead Stitches 36

Ropes and Cords 62

Fringing, Netting and Tassels 76

Threading and Stringing 96

Wire Work and Jewellery Techniques 106

Bead Embroidery 124

Knitting and Crochet 136

Project Instructions: Bead Something Now  152

Bead Charts   173

Bead Project Details  174

Suppliers        175

Index  176

About the Author

Dorothy Wood is an expert beader, craft designer and author who has written over 20 craft books on a variety of subjects and is a regular contributor to numerous craft magazines. Her recent titles for David & Charles include The Knotting and Braiding Bible (2014), The Bead Jewellery Bible (2011) Crystal Jewellery Creations (2010) and more. In 2012 Dorothy became the first UK Ambassador for Swarovski Elements. She contributes to magazines including Crafts Beautiful and Cardmaking & Papercraft and lives in Scotland, UK.