Exquisite Stitching with Multi-Hole Beads

Exquisite Stitching with Multi-Hole Beads

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Multi-hole shaped beads continue to explode in availability and popularity. Beaders are looking for new ways to use the popular multi-hole shaped beads in unique, wearable jewelry. <i>Exquisite Stitching with Multi-Hole Beads</i> by Renee Kovnesky offers 25 projects for beautiful and delicate necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and pendants.<br><br>The book opens with an introduction to materials, beads, and techniques that allows beaders with just a little bit of experience to get started quickly. Plenty of the author's own step-by-step illustrations lead stitchers through each pattern.<br><br>The 25 projects are organized into 5 chapters by bead shape: rectangular, round, square, triangle, and miscellaneous other shapes. In addition to multi-hole shaped beads, the projects use bead stitchers' other favorite materials: seed beads, crystals, pearls, fire-polished beads, and more.<br><br>The lacy, lovely projects are fast and easy ― ideal for gifts or teaching in classes. Some projects incorporate on-trend components like chain and tassels. Many projects include variations, offering readers plenty of options for changing the look or style of the finished piece.