Book Review: Bead Simple by Susan Beal

BEAD SIMPLE Book Review

ISBN: 9781135844424
Subtitle: Essential Techniques for Making Jewelry Just the Way You Want It Author: Susan Beal
Publisher:Taunton Press
Binding: Paperback
Language: English
Pages: 224

Most beading books include a mix of patterns but call for specific beads and materials. This can discourage potential crafters if they donâ€™t like or canâ€™t easily obtain the materials required.Bead Simple offers another solution – author Susan Beal encourages crafters to use materials they have to customize their work to suit them.Â

Â “Bead Simple” focuses on simple, yet effective beading techniques and design so you can custom create a look that is all â€œyouâ€. Â The book starts with two meaty chapters that provide everything you need to start creating. Chapter 1 is Tools, Materials Design and Color, and Chapter 2 is all about the techniques you will be using.

With lots of color photographs and illustrations even someone who has never picked up a pair of pliers will feel confident to start crafting.Â

Â There are 50 sparkling designs and each design features two additional variations for a total of 150 projects. With your own stash of beads and supplies, the sky is the limit to what you can create. No matter what your style you will be able to make jewelry that reflects your own tastes and personality. Â Â Susan asked some of her friends to be guest designers, including DIY Network’s Jennifer Perkins and Megan Nicolay, author of the bestselling “Generation T.â€ Seeing what these creative ladies whipped up is really inspiring as well. In addition to creating jewelry, there is lots of other glittery things to make including hair accessories, key chains, belts and more.Â Â This is one book that really encourages jewelry crafters let their unique personalities shine through and not be afraid to be themselves. Â I highly recommend you grab a copy and start creating! The bookÂ wasÂ released on March 25th, and is available at your local bookstores, thru Tauton website or directly from the author.Â Â Also, Susan would love to see what you created. You can how to join the Bead Simple Reader Creations flickr group on the Bead Simple Blog

About the Author:Â A Â jewelry designer and writer, Susan Beal writes about art, craft, and fashion for CRAFT, Adorn, BUST, ReadyMade, Venus, www.getcrafty.com, and www.whipup.net, among others. She blogs daily at westcoastcrafty.com.

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Welcome to this step-by-step tutorial on how to create your own unique and stylish earrings using Dollar Tree Faux Leather and a Cricut machine. If you’re someone who loves crafting and is always on the lookout for new and exciting projects, then this tutorial is perfect for you. Not only are these earrings easy to make, but they also have a natural and bohemian look that is perfect for those who love earthy and organic styles.

Making these earrings is a simple and budget-friendly project that can be completed with just a few supplies from the Dollar Tree and your trusty Cricut machine. The faux leather is a great alternative to real leather as it’s more affordable and easier to work with, allowing you to create beautiful and unique earrings without breaking the bank. Plus, with the Cricut machine, you have the ability to cut out any design you want, making these earrings truly one-of-a-kind.

This tutorial is perfect for crafters of all skill levels, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crafter. The instructions are easy to follow and the end result is a beautiful and stylish pair of earrings that you’ll be proud to wear. So, gather your materials, fire up your Cricut machine and let’s get started on creating some beautiful and unique earrings that you’ll love to wear.

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