Complete Beading for Beginners

I bought this for my 11 yr old granddaughter who is just getting into this hobby. The book was easy to read with easy directions and a lot of pictures.

I bought this book because I was interested in learning more about beading. For this purpose it was great. The description above says that there are 40 color images; be aware that all fourty of these images are on the first 6 or so pages and the rest of the book contains line drawings in black and white.Each technique is introduced with a new project and the projects were very simple. They were just the type to start a beginner out. I was very glad to see an introduction to off-loom netting, because I wanted to make some of those collars of beads that sometimes are seen.Each chapter is short and concise with one or two projects included. I especially liked the glossory of terms, the photocopiable project designer's sheet and the check list for a beginning beader's tool box.Happy Beading!

Complete Beading for Beginners is, first and foremost, a well-written text for the novice beader. It is a well thought-out manual that provides clear instructions on the basics and the technically complicated. You can begin immediately on a simple project, such as the Lace and Bead Choker, or you can go directly to a more technically advanced project, like the Bead Embroidery Sampler. Every beader can be assured of a beautiful looking piece of beading jewellery.Instructions are clear and concise. As well, diagrams and callouts are scattered throughout the manual, giving the reader a sense of confidence that beading can be so easy. If you do encounter a problem, there's a trouble-shooting section to help you out (something many instructional manuals do not provide). I find this section more helpful in that I can learn and prepare for the potential pitfalls.As well, the text is a fairly comprehensive authority on the art of beading. While other texts may elaborate more fully on specific aspects of beading, the Complete Beading for Beginners brings it all together. You don't need to go to a library to research beading; it's all at your fingertips. Also, the author has finally provided written instructions on beading techniques that had previously existed only by word of mouth.I've got a copy for my family and I've just purchased another copy for my niece. Should any other family members show an interest in beading, they will receive a copy of Complete Beading for Beginners. Without a doubt, I bead you not.