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List of Beading Books from: Barnes and Noble.com

these books about making jewelry with beads are available

to purchase these books or to find out more information about each one, click on the title of the book

The Best Little Beading Book - Wendy Simpson Conner

The Beading Bible. This book provides everything from design, to making beads, to selling your crafts. The most popular Beading Book.

Making Bead & Wire Jewelry - Dawn Cusick

You can learn to make beautiful jewelry with beads, wire and a few easy to use tools. This book provides the instructions and many ideas.

Step-By-Step Bead Stringing - Ruth F. Poris

This is a small paper back book with a wealth of information. A very handy book to keep with your beading supplies.

The Book of Beads - Janet Coles and Robert Budwig

A beautiful celebration of beads, full of inspiration and techniques.

Beads: An Exploration of Beads - Janet Coles Robert Budwig

This book explores the history of beads, along with traditional design ideas.

A World of Beads : How to Make Your Own Beads - Barabara Case

This book has techniques and detailed project ideas for making your own jewelry.

Making Glass Beads - Cindy Jenkins Leslie Dierks (Editor)

Learn to make your own beads using standard glassworking supplies, a kiln and propane torch. Step by step instructions as well as examples of work from other artists.

All Wired Up - Mark Lareau

The step-by-step techniques featured in this richly illustrated book take the beginner who knows little about wirework on a journey to creating artistic and unique free-form jewelry.

Creative Bead Jewelry - Carol Taylor

A comprehensive how to guide with detailed instructions to help inspire the novice.

The Chain & Crystal Book - Wendy Simpson Conner

Techniques and designs for working with beads, chain and wire.

Basics of Bead Stringing - by Genevieve Bourget

Learn how to finish necklaces, wire wrap, and use sead beads

The Irresistible Bead - Linda Fry Kenzle

Jewelry designs to suit every taste are included, such as Victorian brooches, shimmering amulet bags, and brightly colored clay necklaces.

Beadwork Basics - Ann Benson

Noted bead artist Benson outlines 29 projects, including a mille fleur bracelet, a Marilyn Monroe pin, and a sunset rose clutch-purse.