Creative Beading Magazine

Beading Back to Basics – Collector’s Edition
Whether you’re new to jewellery making or looking to refresh your core skills, Beading Back to Basics is the perfect guide to creating beautiful handmade jewellery with confidence. This practical collector’s edition brings together some of the most popular beginner-friendly projects and techniques from leading Australian bead designers.
Featuring more than 20 stylish projects, readers will learn how to create elegant bracelets, necklaces, earrings, crystal accessories, tassels, pendants and even decorative home décor pieces. Projects from designers including Wendy Bergamin, Tania Aumann, Liz Wilson, Karin Smith and Leeza Silverman provide a wide range of styles suitable for beginners through to developing beaders.
Detailed step-by-step instructions guide readers through essential techniques such as working with head pins, eye pins, crimps, jump rings, chain assembly, wire wrapping, crystal stringing and French beaded flower construction. Helpful diagrams, designer notes and practical tips ensure each project is easy to follow and enjoyable to complete.
Highlights include charming bracelets, elegant crystal jewellery, gemstone and pearl designs, decorative earrings and an Art Deco-inspired beaded necklace that showcases traditional French beading methods. The issue also includes a useful basics section that explains tools, materials and techniques every jewellery maker should know.
Packed with inspiration, creativity and practical instruction, Beading Back to Basics is an invaluable resource for hobbyists, crafters and jewellery makers who want to create beautiful handcrafted pieces without the complexity of advanced techniques.