Creative Beading

Need some “how-to” books and/or websites on jewelry making–beading, stringing,…?

…wire, etc. Wld appreciate links – urgent
will be working with precious stones and wire, string. know the basics–need advanced tutorials

http://www.lapidaryjournal.com/

http://rocktumblingsupplies.com/making-stone-jewelry.phtml

http://www.enioken.com/

http://www.ehow.com/how_17521_polished-stones-jewelry.html

Book Haul – Beading Books And Polymer Clay Books Review – www.bookdepository.com

Beading Basics $3.68 There is everything beaders need to know about this popular craft is in this authoritative and inexpensive resource. Beginning beaders will discover training in basic techniques and simple projects, while experienced beaders will value this book as a trusted refresher guide. With this clear and concise reference, beaders will: master basic beading techniques for creating general home decor accents…

Beyond Beading Basics $5.61 Take the next step in beading! Beyond Beading Basics teaches the more complex aspects of beading that go beyond basic techniques and introductory weaving stitches. Learn how to use common findings as an integral part of beading design, use multiple-hole beads and wrapped pins, how to make baskets and other shapes with wire and beads, bead around cobochons and combine stitches for unique effects. …

Beading: 200 Q&A: Questions Answered on Everything from Basic Stitches to Finishing Touches $2.50 Using the handy easy-reference Q&A format, this comprehensive guide for both beginning hobbyists and experienced jewelry makers opens with a detailed section that describes the many different kinds of beads available to craftspersons. They include glass and lampwork beads, as well as beads made of crystal, natural or cultured pearls, ceramics, metal, wood, seeds, and semi-precious stones. The book…