Dimensional Bead Embroidery: A Reference Guide to Techniques

by Jamie Cloud Eakin

Overview

“A valuable instructional tool for bead-embroidery fans of all skill levels . . . A book you will refer to over and over again.” (Bead&Button).

In this fully illustrated reference volume, acclaimed bead artist Jamie Cloud Eakin explains more than 30 indispensable techniques for bead embroidery—a process that involves sewing beads onto a fabric base. With step-by-step instructions, helpful diagrams, time-tested tips, and gorgeous photography, Eakin covers everything from the most common surface stitches to decorative fringes and picot.

The volume also includes nine creative projects to help you explore what you’ve learned, including beautiful necklaces, dazzling earrings, and an elegantly accented purse. A gallery of stunning work from other designers offers additional inspiration.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781454710981
Publisher:	Union Square & Co.
Publication date:	11/22/2022
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	162
Sales rank:	974,517
File size:	33 MB
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About the Author

Jamie Cloud Eakin has been a professional bead artist for two decades. She has taught at the Bead&Button Show and sells her work in galleries across North America. She is the author of the best-selling Beading with Cabochons and Bugle Bead Bonanza, and her work has been featured in many magazines and books, including Beading with World Beads and The Beader's Color Palette. Jamie was born in Illinois and now resides in Modesto, California.

Editorial Reviews

Praise for the hardcover edition of Dimensional Bead Embroidery:

“. . . a valuable instructional tool for bead-embroidery fans of all skill levels. . . . a book you will refer to over and over again.” —Bead&Button
 
“Provides a wealth of knowledge.“ —Beadwork
 
“. . . with Jamie Cloud Eakin's expert guidance you'll be adding fuel to the beading fire in no time. . . . This book is just awesome!”—Bead Design Studio

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