The Beader's Companion

Beading is one of the fastest-growing crafts today. Here is a resource that will answer every beader's questions from what type of bead is best for a specific project to what size thread is best for a certain size bead, to how to combine beadwork with other crafts such as weaving, knitting, and crocheting.The Beader's Companionis filled with definitions and illustrations of beads, tools, and techniques. Beadworkers will find all of the information they need to create beautiful bead projects from start to finish. This easy-to-use package is spiral bound, comes with a clear plastic sleeve to protect it, and includes a fake spine so it can be shelved traditionally.

Jean Campbell is an accomplished beadworker who has been exhibiting and selling her work for more than six years. She is the editor of Beadwork magazine. She lives in Fort Collins, Colorado. Judith Durant has been involved with crafts for many years. She has experience in costume design, weaving, spinning, knitting, and beading. She is the associate editor of and frequent contributor to Interweave Knits. She lives in Loveland, Colorado.