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Information and reviews of new beads, findings, tools and other materials and products used for beadwork.

Book Review: Bohemian-Inspired Jewelry by Lorelei Eurto and Erin Siegel

Bohemian-Inspired Jewelry features eclectic designs that mix ribbon, cord, and fibers with more traditional, yet artsy, jewelry components.

Review of Bead Riffs by Rachel Nelson-Smith

Learn new ways of combining right-angle weave and peyote stitch in this book that's part of Lark's Beadweaving Master Class Series.

Preciosa Twin Beads Review

See what I think about two-hole Twin beads, and add your own customer review.

A Review of Woodrose Mountain by RaeAnne Thayne

Woodrose Mountain is a contemporary romance story about a beader who flees to a small town in the Rockies after experiencing a life changing personal tragedy.

Jill Oxton's Cross Stitch & Bead Weaving

A look Jill Oxton's beautiful bead and cross stitch pattern publications.

Make Wire Beads by Lisa Van Herik

A review of the popular book Make Wire Beads by Lisa Van Herik.

Laura McCabe's Embellished Beadweaving: A Book Review

A review of the book, "Laura McCabe's Embellished Beadweaving: Jewelry Lavished with Fringe, Fronds, Lacework and More", published by Lark Books as part of their Beadweaving Master Class series.

Bead Creative Like Crazy: Beading Inspired by Crazy Quilts by…

A book review of "Bead Creative Like Crazy: Beading Inspired by Crazy Quilts" by Nancy Eha.

Dimensional Bead Embroidery Book Review

Dimensional Bead Embroidery is an illustrated guide to some of the most interesting bead embroidery techniques. Find out if it's right for you.

Bead Creative Art Quilts by Nancy Eha

A review of the book "Bead Creative Art Quilts" by Nancy Eha.

The Art of Bead Embroidery by Heidi Kummli and Sherry Serafini

A review of the book "The Art of Bead Embroidery" by Heidi Kummli and Sherry Serafini, published by Kalmbach Books.

Netted Beadwork: A Beadwork How-To Book by Diane Fitzgerald

A review of the book, "Netted Beadwork: A Beadwork How-To Book", by Diane Fitzgerald

Beading With Brick Stitch: A Beadwork How-To Book by Diane Fitzgerald

A review of the book, "Beading With Brick Stitch: A Beadwork How-To Book" by Diane Fitzgerald.

Beading With Right Angle Weave: A Beadwork How-To Book by Chr…

A review of the book "Beading With Right Angle Weave: A Beadwork How-To Book" by Christine Prussing.

Beading With Herringbone Stitch: A Beadwork How-To Book by Vicki Star

A review of the book "Beading With Herringbone Stitch" by Vicki Star.

The Art of Beadwork: Historic Inspiration, Contemporary Design by Val…

A review of the book, "The Art of Beadwork" by Valerie Hector.

The History of Beads: Concise Edition by Lois Sherr Dubin

A review of the book "The History of Beads: Concise Edition" by Lois Sherr Dubin.

The Beader's Guide to Color by Margie Deeb

A review of the book "The Beader's Guide to Color" by Margie Deeb.

Creative Bead Weaving by Carol Wilcox Wells

A review of the book, "Creative Bead Weaving" by Carol Wilcox Wells.

Those Bad Bad Beads by Virginia Blakelock

A review of the book "Those Bad Bad Beads" by Virginia Blakelock.

The Bead Oracle by BeadSmith

A product review of the Bead Oracle reference card by BeadSmith.

Power Pro: A Basic Profile and Review

A basic profile and review of Power Pro beading thread.

C-Lon Beading Thread: A Basic Profile and Review

A basic profile and review of C-Lon beading thread.

Fireline Beading Thread: A Basic Profile and Review

A basic profile and review of Fireline beading thread.

Wildfire Beading Thread: A Basic Profile and Review

A basic profile and review of Wildfire beading thread, manufactured and distributed by Beadalon.

Silamide Beading Thread: A Basic Profile

A basic profile and review of Silamide beading thread.

Nymo Beading Thread: A Basic Profile

A basic profile and review of Nymo beading thread.

The Bead Oracle by BeadSmith

A product review of the Bead Oracle pocket reference card by BeadSmith.

Bhangra Fusion Bangle Kit by Rachel Nelson-Smith

A review of the Bhangra Fusion Bangle Kit by Rachel Nelson-Smith.

Marquis Component Necklace Kit by Rachel Nelson-Smith

A review of the Marquis Component Necklace Kit by Rachel Nelson-Smith

Christmas Spool Ornaments by Diane Masters

A review of the Christmas Spool Ornaments Collection 1 by Diane Masters, available from Sova Enterprises.

Autumn Dreams Beading Kit

A product review for the "Autumn Dreams" beading kit, designed by Leslie Frazier.

Sticky Bead Mat by BeadSmith

A product review of the Sticky Bead Mat by BeadSmith, distributed by Helby Import Company.

The Seed Bead Tube Tower Organizer by BeadSmith

A product review for the Seed Bead Tube Tower organizer by BeadSmith.

Thread Zap Thread Burner by BeadSmith

A product review of the Thread Zap Thread Burner by BeadSmith on About.com

O. Bersten Component Kit Review

A review of the O. Bersten Component Kit by Rachel Nelson-Smith.

Jewelry Designs with Art Glass Beads

A review of Bead and Button's special issue "Jewelry Designs with Art Glass Beads".

Beadwork Presents 41 Favorite Jewelry Designs

A review of the collector's edition special issue "Beadwork Presents 41 Favorite Jewelry Designs" published by Interweave Press, October 2009.

Ootheca Cuff Bracelet Beading Kit by Rachel Nelson-Smith

A review of the Ootheca Cuff beading kit, designed by Rachel Nelson-Smith.

Fall/Winter 2009-2010 Color Report for Bead Artists by Margie Deeb

A review of the Fall/Winter 2009 Color Report for Bead Artists by Margie Deeb.

Beading Tools, Beading Supplies and Beading Product Reviews

Everything you need to create beautiful beadwork. Information about findings, tools, books, beading kits, and all sorts of bead-related products.

Book Review: Teach Yourself Visually Beadwork by Chris Franchetti Michaels

A review of the book "Teach Yourself Visually Beadwork: Learning Off-Loom Beading Techniques One Stitch at a Time", by Chris Franchetti Michaels.

"Seed Bead Fusion" by Rachel Nelson Smith

A review of the book "Seed Bead Fusion" by Rachel Nelson-Smith, published by Interweave Press, August 2009.

The Deluxe Bead Traveler from Designer's Findings

A product review of the Deluxe Bead Traveler workpad from Designer's Findings.

Product Review: Isabella Beading Kit by Lanai Kinsey from Buy the Kit

A review of the kit for the Isabella amulet bag, designed by Lanai Kinsky and offered through Nikia Angel's business, Buy the Kit.

The Original Paper Bead Roller

A review of the Original Paper Bead Roller Kit to make your own rolled paper beads. A fun kit and a fun way to make your own beads.

Book Review: Beaded Opulence by Marcia DeCoster

A book review of "Beaded Opulence" by Marcia DeCoster, part of the Lark Books "Beadweaving Master Class" series.

Product Review: Ocean Beaded Beads Kit by Chris Prussing

A review of the Ocean Beaded Beads kit designed and sold by Chris Prussing.

Bead Dreams 2010 Calendar Product Review

A review of the 2010 Bead Dreams calendar published by Bead & Button magazine.

Book Review: Zulu Inspired Beadwork

A review of the book "Zulu Inspired Beadwork: Weaving Techniques and Projects" by Diane Fitzgerald

Book Review: Mastering Beadwork

A book review of "Mastering Beadwork: A Comprehensive Guide to Off-Loom Techniques" by Carol Huber Cypher

Book Review: 101 Wire Earrings by Denise Peck

A book review of "101 Wire Earrings" by Denise Peck, published by Interweave Press.

Beading Reference Chart Poster and Brochure

A review of the Bead & String Reference Chart Poster and brochure by Beaded Phoenix.

Toho's Hybrid Seed Beads

A product review of the new Hybrid Seed Beads created by the legendary Toho Company of Japan.

"The Beader's Companion" Book Review on Artbeads.com

Reviews of the book "The Beader's Companion" published by Interweave Press. Reviews are from customers at Artbeads.com.

Fireline Crystal 6 lb Test Product Review

A product review written by customers at Artbeads.com about Fireline beading thread.

The Bead Stopper Product Review

A review written by customers on Artbeads.com about the Bead Stopper, an alternative to using stop beads when stringing beads or doing off loom beadweaving.

"Creating Glamorous Jewelry" by Jean Campbell: A Book Review

A review of Jean Campbell's book, "Creating Glamorous Jewelry with Swarovski Elements: Classic Hollywood Designs with Crystal Beads and Stones". Jean Campbell is the founding editor of Beadwork Magazine, and a nationally recognized designer, artist and teacher of beadwork.

Beadmaille: Jewelry with Bead Weaving and Metal Rings

A book review of "Beadmaille: Jewelry with Bead Weaving and Metal Rings" by Cindy Pankopf, published by Lark Books.

Tapestry Bead Crochet: Projects and Techniques by Ann Benson

A book review of "Tapestry Bead Crochet: Projects and Techniques" by author and bead artist Ann Benson.

The Beaded Edge: Inspired Designs for Crocheted Edgings and Trims

A review of the book, "The Beaded Edge: Inspired Designs for Crocheted Edgings and Trims" by Midori Nishida, published by Interweave Press.

Seed Bead Stitching: Creative Variations on Traditional Techniques by Beth Stone

A book review of "Seed Bead Stitching: Creative Variations on Traditional Techniques", written by Beth Stone, published by Kalmbach Books. Kalmbach Books is the publisher of Bead & Button Magazine.

String-Me-Along Beading Project Bag Product Review

A product review for the String-Me-Along Project Bag from Caravan Beads, Portland, manufactured by The Well Done Experience.

Bead, Play and Love by Beth Stone

A book review of Bead, Play and Love: Structural Stitches for the Intermediate to Advanced Beader by Beth Stone.

Triangluar Bead Crochet Ropes by Judith Bertoglio-Giffin

A book review of Triangular Bead Crochet Ropes: A Pattern Book of 3-Dimensional Bead-Crochet Ropes by Judith Bertoglio-Giffin

Sherry Serafini's Sensational Bead Embroidery: 25 Inspiring Jewelry Projects

A book review of Sherry Serafini's Sensational Bead Embroidery: 25 Inspiring Jewelry Projects.

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