Discover this indispensable guide to making bead jewelry covering all the essential beading techniques, from choosing colors and designing jewelry, to bead stringing, making findings and bead embroidery. Author Dorothy Wood features nine technique-focused chapters, including a chapter on how to make your own beads, and a tenth chapter containing step-by-step instructions for 12 brand new bead jewelry projects. Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, clear diagrams and stunning photography combine to create a must-have resource for expert and beginner beaders alike. Dorothy Wood is an expert beader, craft designer and author who has written over 20 craft books on a variety of subjects. Her recent titles for David & Charles include the bestselling The Beader's Bible (2008), Crystal Jewellery Creations (2010) and The Bead Jewellery Bible (2011). In 2012 Dorothy became the first UK Ambassador for Swarovski Elements. Dorothy lives in Upper Largo, Fife, Scotland. Visit her website at www.dorothywood.co.uk