Chinese Knots for beaded jewellery
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I had to return this book.

No inspiration in the jewelry samples, and a better selection of  knots are documented elsewhere.
2857689
This bead loom works well, but the rollers are a bit of a hassle due to their simple but not convenient construction.
Also, purchasers should be aware that there really aren't enough beads to make anything much. Buy one of the sets of 10/0 beads with different colors. The spacing of the warp threads is absolutely perfect for 8/0 beads - which I really like to work with as I'm old. I've just ordered the jumbo version of this loom to make wider pieces with 8/0 beads.
Because of it's low price, I don't think you can find a better deal to give loom bead work a try. It's helpful to buy a few books on the subject, too. The instructions with this a really minimal.
I highly recommend the following three books - for the breadth and depth of their illustrations and instructions. All will give you many inspirational design schemes and helpful technique tips.
-Beadwork Techniques of the Native AmericansSep 15, 2008
by Scott Sutton
-North American Indian Beadwork PatternsJan 16, 1996
by Pamela Stanley-Millner
-American Indian Beadwork (Beadwork Books)Dec 1, 1995
by W. Ben Hunt and J. F. "Buck" Burshears

Beadwork is a relaxing, creative activity.
1817947
This jewelry in this book has an almost Native American feel to the weaving patterns. The patterns are lovely and tips on materials are handy.
1089724
This is a very good book for learning the different looks that you can get by using different types of cords, ribbons, bead strings, and paracord.  Many make fantastic jewelry.
1585209
Instructions for the bead edgings are easy to follow.  Hopefully will also find other areas of design I would like to try.
697126
I sewed the hardware from Holli's old collar onto this new collar. Added a zigzag stitch for some bling! Trying to share photos.
4598518
I like it, but it has a rather odd pattern method. I found a couple of times, the written pattern did not work with the work already done. I am an advanced beader, so I was able to adapt. It would say something like: C(3), which in some areas meant 3 beads together, and 3 beads together wouldn't fit, where it really meant: 1 bead 3 times.  The boxes in the book are quite lovely.
669397
I got these to do fine crocheted jewelry like dangle earrings. I use a #12 steel crochet hook which is pretty nice. Colours and slightly richer then the picture, but pretty close. Very happy with my purchase.
1233013
This has some gorgeous beadwork with a Native American design.  The set (earrings, bracelet and necklace) are all well done.
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Featuring 101 Projects From Crocheters Around The World variety is very much at work here in this nearly 300 page book. The projects are divided up into seven categories reflecting the weight of the skein. The explanation of those weights can be found in the glossary as are explanations of the techniques needed, abbreviations used, and other helpful information.  Instead of being at the front of the book as usually happens that informative stuff is at the back so that Crochet One-Skein Wonders begins immediately with the projects.

Eight projects are found in the opening section titled "Thread." It can be something to be used around the house such as the "Blooming Blossom Coaster Set" on pages 8-10 or something to be worn such as the very pretty "Butterfly Necklace" on pages 19-21 among others.  In each case the name of the creator is listed along with the supplies needed, the directions, and at least one picture of the finished project. This same format is used throughout the book.

The "Lace Weight" section follows and features four patterns. Beginning on page 27 there are patterns for three scarves and one for a cowl featured here.

"Super-Fine Weight" comes next with 20 more designs. A number of them involve cowls and scarves, but other items such as "Flower Power Purse" (pages 57-58) and the "Shell Stitch Fingerless Gloves" (pages 65-67) are featured.

"Fine Weight" begins on page 90 and features 9 projects. More scarves and glove projects can be found here as well as the "Pebble Beach Headband" (pages 92-93) and the "Spring Garden Dress" (pages 99-101) and the cute "Eliot-the-Elephant Baby Bib" (pages 102-104) and others.

Starting on page 113 are the twelve projects that make up the "Light Weight" section. More scarves and headband projects can be found here along with others such as the "Sunflower Pillow" (pages 135-138) and "Napkin Rings" (pages 139-140) and the Green Water-Bottle Holder" (pages 141-142).

"Medium Weight" comes next with more than 30 projects.  Hats and a scarfs of various types are present here as well as ones for fun things like "Bernie the Bunny" (pages 226-230) and a Kindle Cover" on page 242.

10 Projects make up the "Bulky Weight" section of the book. A "Button-Flap Cape" (pages 245-246) and a "Handpainted Shoulder Bag" on pages 256-258 among others are included in this final project chapter.

Short bios of the designers/creators in the book, a glossary of techniques, yarn weight, symbols and abbreviations follows the final project chapter. A nine page index and an ad featuring four titles aimed at knitters and an accompanying ad for four other crochet books bring this well done book to a close.

Featuring project diversity and variety in skill levels, the 101 projects in Crochet One-Skein Wonders are sure to work for you as well as your family and friends. The projects selected by editors Judith Durant and Edie Eckman can be made for recipients of all age levels and would be treasured gifts.

Material was obtained at my local library for my use in a review.

Kevin R. Tipple 2013
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This is a very special book.  The art work is beautiful, the directions are clear and the content is full of many rope designs that are fresh and delicate and just lovely,  I have been working ropes ever since receiving the book.  I just love it and it is now a permanent part of my beading library. Thanks
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Great instruction book; lots of nice patterns for beaded jewelry.  I highly recommend this to anyone who does any type of beading.
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French wire is a must when knotting pearls or beads with polyester or silk.
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Better than the stuff you can use with pearls, not as good as Connoisseurs.  I have deep detailed Celtic knot features on my wedding ring.  This does not deal with the stuff that gets deposited deep in the carved out areas. For lots more traditional items I am sure it is great..
2836306
Please see review on Crocheted Christmas Ornament Covers 2...assuming it is published.  I would, however, look into some of the beaded covers.
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I bought this by mistake, thinking it was silk cord for beading, but...the color is very intense and shiny, and although the cord is too wide for beading I decided to keep it and use it for other projects.  If you are into deep "chinese" red and silky textures, you will love this cord.
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Clasp that will allow the pearl to be taken off and put is fragile and hard to manipulate ... causing the wearer to have to use force on the weak clasp.
I am amazed that someone was so proud of the product being made in China that they double knotted the string holding the "Made in China" to the string that is woven through the pearls.