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More French-Beaded Flower Books

Bead Flowers by Minako Shimonagase Originally in Japanese, this book in now in English. The diagrams are easy to follow, the photos are stunning and the instructions show how the various arrangements are put together. I especially love the wreaths in this book. View Minako's (aka Candy) stunning beaded flowers at her website which was featured in the September 1, 2003 newsletter.

Bouquets From Beads by Virginia Osterland A bible for beaders, this legendary manual reveals the secrets to creating lasting bouquets with beaded flowers and foliage. Easy-to-follow instructions explain both Oriental and Western techniques of arrangement and include: 44 different varieties of flowers, from asters to zinnias 148 black-and-white photos, drawings, and diagrams 21 color illustrations of attractive arrangements and Special chapter on Christmas ornaments. This book is a paperbook reprint of the 1967 hardcover original.

French Beaded Design by Donna Dickt It's amazing that objects so beautiful come from such simple techniques! These French beaded flowers sparkle, shine, and surprise, and yet they're made just by stringing beads on wire and wrapping them around to form stems and petals. Some of these flowers serve as eye-catching ornaments; others are sublimely practical, such as napkin rings and tiebacks. Follow the well-illustrated instructions to craft wildflowers, roses, daisies, tulips, anemones, and hydrangeas. For each one, there's a "What You Need to Know" and "What You Will Learn" box as guidance. The dazzling items include Black Tie Candleholders, Forsythia Urn, Lamp Shade, Tulip Tin, Clay Pot Critters, and Mistletoe Ball. 8 1/2 X 10. all in color, 128 pages

New Patterns for Bead Flowers & Decorations by Virginia Nathanson Lavishly illustrated book, with easy-to-follow directions, shows how to fashion a host of exquisite, heirloom-quality beaded decorations, including calla lilies, potted plants, Christmas ornaments, pine cones, bridal bouquets, drapery tiebacks, and other attractive domestic accents. Step-by-step fundamentals and easy-to-master techniques make this a book to be treasured by hobbyists and flower-lovers alike. 23 color illustrations, 119 figures, and 102 photographs.

Beads in Bloom by Arlene Baker This is a stunningly beautiful book with a fabulous gallery. The quality of the photography is superb and the gallery includes works of many beaders as well as some vintage pieces. The techniques section is very detailed and there's a particularly good section on shading. There are many fantastic tips to help you make better petals and there are detailed instructions for every technique.