Author(s): Judith Durant

Crafts

"Ready, Set, Bead" provides new beaders with everything they need to create 20 easy projects they'll love to wear. The step-by-step instruction begins at the beginning, with basic beading techniques (how to string, crimp, knot and wrap) and an overview of beads, thread, needles and findings. Readers will learn simple stitches including peyote, brick and square, along with several specialty techniques including knitting, crocheting and even macrame. They'll be ready to add sparkle and style to their world with beaded flip-flops, bracelets, pillows, bags, blue jeans and a lot more.