The Bead Embroidery Coloring Book: Designs, templates and patterns for creating professional-looking bead embroidery

Don't be fooled by the title---this comprehensive guide to all-things-bead-embroidery by acclaimed designer/teacher Ann Benson is a deep-dive into the materials, methods and tools that will bring your bead embroidery journey to a whole new level, whether you're a beginner or seasoned pro. With dozens of designs and over a hundred printable templates, the inspiration is truly breathtaking.Explore a myriad of materials and dozens of beading surfaces; learn methods for applying your design onto your chosen surface, from simple sketching to high-end technology. Examine professional finishing techniques and edgings that will make your pieces shine. Discover ways to incorporate non-traditional materials into your designs, including fibers, paper crafting elements and hidden treasures from your local hardware store. As your guide through the world of bead embroidery, Ann shares her almost fifty years of professional crafting experience in this revealing, easy-to-follow opus.Praise for THE BEAD EMBROIDERY COLORING BOOK:Ann Benson has been on the forefront of beading for decades, and her Bead Embroidery Coloring Book is a rich, comprehensive distillation of clever ideas. Beginners and seasoned bead embroiderers alike will delight in the inspirational and varied techniques and design ideas found within these pages.” - Melissa Grakowsky ShippeeThis has all the best things about bead embroidery - imagination, creativity and self-expression. And the techniques to achieve them. Bravo Ann!” - Jamie Cloud Eakin Read more