- Paperback: 160 pages
- Publisher: Interweave Press (May 1 2004)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1931499446
- ISBN-13: 978-1931499446
- Product Dimensions: 23.1 x 21.4 x 1.3 cm
- Shipping Weight: 522 g
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #483,208 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Everything's coming up beading these days--especially with two veteran artisans intent upon showcasing what can be done with baubles and bugles and all kinds of small stones.
Knitting wizard Chin, author of Urban Knitter (2002) and Mosaic Magic (1999), concentrates her third how-to book on the myriad ways to incorporate beads into knit and crochet projects--more than 25, ranging from a bespangled Grace Kelly-style collar to a wondrous Homage to [Keith] Haring jacket in purple chenille. In essence, she separates the book into techniques, differentiated between three interpretations of beads entangled in yarn: those integrated into the fabric, individual strands with beads woven in, and beads applied onto the finished fabric. Each pattern features at least one color photograph, charts or illustrations, and directions that even a beginner could follow. A bit advanced for the rank novice, yet enticing designs for anyone to try. Glossary, suppliers, and further reading appended.
Doelp takes the art of beading quite literally, using as her inspirational springboard the extraordinary, intricate immortelles, or French Victorian beaded mourning wreaths. Giving kudos to her mentor Virginia Nathanson, she briefly covers the history, then expounds on the basics and four techniques (continuous loops, continuous crossover loops, basic frame, and continuous wraparound loops), with accompanying directions. Project number 1, the classic poppy pin, features excellent step-by-step photographs that capture the beading process. From that, readers are encouraged to try the other 29, whether it's a lifelike draping wisteria or a 150 percent fantasy bouquet. New techniques are flagged and explained well, such as outlining and striping; occasional design tips enhance the do-it-yourselfer's pride of accomplishment. Metric conversions and information on contributing designers appended. Barbara Jacobs
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“This will be a great addition for your knitting library.”
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Beads can be glamorous or primitive, glitzy or rustic, delicate or bold. Read the first page
Front Cover | Copyright | Table of Contents | Excerpt | Index | Back Cover
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This review is from: Knit and Crochet with Beads (Paperback)
If you are an experienced knitter this is a great way to expand your options. I love a number of the patterns and the instructions are clear. This is a great book but may be a little tough for a beginner.
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BEAD CROCHET,
By CrochetQueen "Hook, Yarn and Needles" (Elko, NV United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Knit and Crochet with Beads (Paperback)
Great information and instructions for bead crochet, bead knitting , and beaded knitting. Finally you will be able to see the difference between the 3. Fantastic projects that just make you want to try them, even if you don't knit, you will certainly want to learn plus a very nice gallery of one of Ms. Chin's creative creations, book is certainly a great addition to your knitting/crochet library.
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Worth Every Dollar,
By Norma tappe (Silver Spring, Maryland United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Knit and Crochet with Beads (Paperback)
I recently received my copy of Lily Chin's newest book. Wow! I recently learned to knit at the beginning of the year. Prior to knitting, I made beaded jewelry. The directions are clear and concise. I put myself in the place of a person who knows nothing about beads. I was impressed. I can't wait to get started on some of the projects. One thing readers might want to take note of, when using glass or seed beads make sure the beads are from japan. The holes are bigger and more uniform. Czech beads or beads from the Czech republic are irregular and may not go through the yarn. Their are two types of beads I recommend, Toho's and Miyuiki's. The book is worth purchasing.
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