$21.95
 
“Bethany Barry creates unique and beautiful
designs. . . The instructions are clearly written and illustrated.”
—Crochet Fantasy
“Colorful, fun and funky with lots of sparkle.”
–Carol Duvall |
Bead crochet is an innovative
pairing that combines a vibrant selection of beads with simple crochet techniques
to create an enticing cache of jewelry, accessories, and sculptural pieces. Bethany
Barry, a professional beader and teacher, provides a comprehensive overview of
bead crochet that includes history, tools, beading stitches, and basic crochet
techniques. Then jump into a dozen exciting projects including a chunky cuff-style
bracelet inspired by the night sky, a versatile talisman necklace, classy spiral
swirl earrings, a playful beaded collar, a bejeweled circle purse, and much more!
Each project is presented with step-by-step instructions and simple illustrations
along with helpful hints and tricks to simplify each technique. Also included
is a gallery brimming with original creations that are sure to spark your imagination
while inspiring you to new heights of creative expression.
Bethany Barry is a self-taught beader who
grew up a Quaker in New Hope, Pennsylvania. In the 1970s, she rejected her upbringing
and opened a series of retail stores in Florida, California, and New Jersey, all
of which sold beads and her handmade jewelry. After receiving her Bachelor of
Arts degree in the 1990s, she began teaching beading classes, both locally and
at national bead shows. She lives in Forest Dale, Vermont, with her husband.
Paperbound, 8 1/2 x 9, 128 pages, 40 color photographs, 70
illustrations, ISBN 10: 1-931499-42-X ISBN 13: 978-1-931499-42-2 |
