Beginners will find an array of inventive stringing and wireworking projects, while advanced beaders will delight in the original and whimsical ideas. Find a variety of design ideas from traditional to cutting edge—all projects were selected for their sense of style and unique use of materials.

Projects include necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings, home décor, art, and more. You’ll find a Tic Tac Toe board art deco piece, colorful beaded lanterns with a musical flair, a fuzzy felted beads bracelet with magnetized clasps, a classic picture pendant necklace that appears vintage but uses modern materials, a spiritual talisman lariat and bracelet, a feminine turquoise bolo, a gorgeous mosaic bead tray, decoupage tote bag, and much more.

Techniques range from stringing, weaving, loomwork, felting, bead embroidery, wire wrapping, soldering, and more. Beader’s Stash includes a “Beading 101” section, an illustrated techniques glossary, bead shop directory, and bead shop insider tips.

So what are you waiting for? Pop in the front door of that bead shop you’ve always wanted to visit, have a look around, meet the staff, and sit in on a class. You will walk away inspired!

Paperback, 10 x 10, 144 pages, ISBN 10: 1-931499-80-2, ISBN 13: 978-1-931499-80-4, 60 Photographs, 180 color illustrations, 10 graphs