Explore the personal power of beads. Deborah Cannarella invites beaders to discover the deeper meanings in their work through these 26 inspirational projects from an eclectic group of designers. Each piece has a distinct and important purpose including Handheld Prayer Beads, a Milagros Bracelet, a Pearl Peace Dove Pendant, a Pinto Bear Necklace, a Wedding Shawl, a Peruvian Cat Totem Bag and much more. Personal writings from the artists--such as Eleanor Wiley, Helen Banes Julia Pretl, Stephanie Sersich, David Dean, Laura Jean McCabe and Victoria Hughes--offer intimate windows into their creative processes and spiritual journeys. Plentiful step-by-step instructions and illustrations encourage you to adapt, borrow and combine techniques and design elements to create sacred objects meaningful to your soul.

Softcover, full color, 160 pages
26 projects
Book size: 9x8-1/2 inches
Level: Beginning to advanced

Ever see a stylish piece of jewelry in a boutique or department store and think, "I wonder if I could make that?" With Simply Modern Jewelry: Designs from the Editor of Stringing Magazine, you'll be armed with all the instruction and inspiration you need to create accessories for your entire wardrobe!
•Danielle Fox, editor of Stringing magazine, shares her expertise with this primer on how to create simple yet unforgettable accessories for the modern DIY crowd. Simply Modern Jewelry is the quick and easy guide to making fashionable necklaces, bracelets and earrings that express personal style.
•Geared to the novice beader, Simply Modern Jewelry begins with "Bead Shopping 101," a section that describes basic beads and shows how to make the most of shopping time and money. Danielle takes the reader through selecting beads, colors and findings to achieve project success from start to finish. Basic techniques covered in the book include stringing, crimping, use of jumprings, wireworking and knotting, and each project lists materials, tools, finished size of project, level of difficulty, technique and complete step-by-step instructions and photos. Throughout the book, Danielle provides insight into her own design process showing how easy it can be to add personal twists to the projects in the book. She also includes a step-by-step techniques section written in an easy, conversational style.
•The thirty projects are divided into five chapters that highlight a design concept in jewelry-making: "Easy Does It," features projects that can be made in under an hour; "Experiment with Sizing," showcases projects that play with length; "Find Your Inspiration," illustrates how to use inspiration and translate that into projects; "Mix It Up," inspires you to experiment with new beading materials; and "Play with Symmetry," shakes up designs for an entirely new look. All the designs reflect a modern design sensibility for creating fashionable, boutique-quality jewelry.

Softcover, full color, 120 pages
28 projects
Book size: 10-1/4 x 8-1/2 inches
Level: Beginning
Books are shrink-wrapped and are returnable if unopened.

Dozens of clever, classy favors to help make your event unique and memorable. Favors for all your special occasions: wedding, shower, anniversary, baby show, bar mitzvah, confirmation, graduation, milestone birthday, theme party, fundraiser, holiday party.
Favors with originality and style: Heart Magnet Tin, Pearl-Wrapped CD Envelope, Message in a Bottle, Mini Shopping Tote, Bee Mine Honey Jar, Etched Mirror in Suede Pouch, Soy Candles on the Half Shell, Antiqued Mini Frame, Grosgrain Ribbon Bookmark, Bath Fizzy Bonbons, Card Party Coaster, BBQ Spice Rub Crate, Glow Stick Necklace, Quinceañera Ribbon, Smartie Lightbulb, Patriotic Sparklers, Jingle Bell Bucket and 58 more.
Easy to put together: Close-up color photographs of every project; step-by-step instructions with no crafting experience necessary; personalize with your own colors, materials or message.

Softcover, full color, 111 pages
75 projects
Book size: 10-3/4x8-1/2 inches
Level: All skill levels

Add new style, color and significance to your jewelry collection by crafting beaded creations with global style. Bead Journey combines more than 20 projects from the pages of the BeadStyle special issue Around the World with eight brand-new pieces. From the elegance of warmwater pearls from the South Seas, to the artisanship of brass beads from Ghana, to the eye-catching hues of Mexican fire opals, these stunning designs showcase gorgeous materials and beads from all over the globe.

Inside you'll find:
• Projects from Asia and the Pacific Rim, Africa, Europe and the Americas.
• All-new projects representing five countries not included in BeadStyle Around the World
• Clear photos, complete materials lists, step-by-step instructions and a comprehensive Basics section to guide beaders of all skill levels
• Necklaces, bracelets, earrings and one very hip belt!

Softcover, full color, 95 pages
32 projects
Book size: 10-3/4 x 8-1/4 inches
Level: Beginner

Create fabulous jewelry with your scrapbook supplies! Discover new ways to use your collection of scrapbook supplies to create fun and beautiful jewelry. Step-by-step photos and complete materials lists make it easy to combine wire, beads and the hottest scrapbook embellishments to create a stunning array of necklaces, earrings, bracelets and more.

Softcover, full color, 96 pages
25+ projects
Book size: 11 x 8-1/2 inches
Level: Beginner

Beautiful jewelry, simple techniques

From a reconstructed vintage necklace that incorporates family heirlooms to a locket collar with trinkets and ribbon, these projects are literally charm-filled. This latest entry in the popular Beading with series goes way beyond the familiar charm bracelet; it features unique pieces that are fresh, fashionable, fabulous and fun. And you'll be amazed at the found, fabricated and repurposed objects the talented artists have dangling from their jewelry: Swarovski hearts, salvaged keys, board game bits, travel mementoes and more. Some of the creations--including earrings made from Cracker Jack prizes--strike a nostalgic chord; others, like the Rustic Charms design with silvery discs and clusters of freshwater pearls, have a touch of elegance. Every crafter will find one to make their own.

Beading with Charms features projects designed by HobbyFeast and Beads Jewelry-Making Expert and "Ask the Experts" Hostess, Tammy Honaman.

Hardcover, full color, 127 pages
35 projects
Book size: 10-1/4 x 9 inches
Level: Beginning to intermediate

Designer Style Jewelry book makes it possible to create gallery-quality jewelry using easy-to-use, readily available jewelry-making and crafts supplies. Author Sherri Haab teaches the latest techniques for working with different mediums, along with illustrated step-by-step instructions for creating fresh, sophisticated designs. The projects range in style from retro favorites like '70s-style crocheted rings and necklaces to timeless classics like a freshwater pearl bracelet and earrings set.

Softcover, full color, 128 pages
36 projects
Book size: 10-1/2 x 8-1/2 inches
Level: Beginning

• Enjoy fabulous funky Dolly Mama illustrations, which keep you company--and share their wit and wisdom--in each project
• Learn how to make beaded necklace, bracelets, earrings and more
• Dabble in fashion belts, handbags and cell-phone holders, too
Make jewelry--it always fits! Let Joey Heiberg's colorful and ever-popular Dolly Mamas guide you on a wisecracking tour of beaded jewelry and accessory projects with names like "I Work for Shoes," "Where Are My Glasses?" and "If You're Not Sure ... Make it Up!"

Softcover, full color, 80 pages
38 projects
Book Size: 10x8-1/2 inches
Level: Beginning

Confidently choose perfect color combinations every time. This is the perfect tool to use for bead color selection, for quilting, crocheting, knitting, even paper crafts. Simply place your catalog, fabric, fiber, paint or paper under the see-through window to easily identify color and value. Then follow the easy-to-use directions to dial guaranteed color combinations. The handy 5-inch diameter size can be taken anywhere.