Books in Jewelry Box Crafts series

“Directions, all shown in color, are clear and simple, and the knotting pattern is shown in a schematic diagram. ...There are styles here to please all ages and tastes. A wide variety of closure options are also shown. I particularly like several of the lacy necklaces, the watch strap, and the amulet pouch.”—Bead & Button. “All ages will enjoy the projects, teens to those of us who remember macrame from many years ago.”—Quick & Easy Crafts.

In Beading on a Loom, young crafters will discover how to create colorful beaded accessories on a beading loom they put together themselves. This fun kit brings the art of making jewelry to a level kids can appreciate and understand. It comes with all the basic supplies needed, as well as step-by-step, photographed instructions for 12 projects. Components include beading loom, beads, needle and thread.

In Painted Beads, young crafters will discover unique and creative ways to design and paint on wooden beads of all shapes and sizes. This fun kit brings the art of making jewelry to a level kids can appreciate and understand. It comes with all the basic supplies needed, as well as step-by-step, photographed instructions for 12 projects. Components include wooden beads, elastic cording, paints and paintbrush.

From the radiant glow of a bracelet to the whimsical glimmer of a palm tree sculpture, beads and wire make irresistibly beautiful crafts. Fifty projects—including jewelry with healing properties —showcase the versatility of these two wonderful materials. “[A] fabulous book that every creative artist should have. I love the variety of these projects. There are so many great ideas, you may be inspired to keep creating!”—Expression.

“Directions, all shown in color, are clear and simple, and the knotting pattern is shown in a schematic diagram. ...There are styles here to please all ages and tastes. A wide variety of closure options are also shown. I particularly like several of the lacy necklaces, the watch strap, and the amulet pouch.”—Bead & Button. “All ages will enjoy the projects, teens to those of us who remember macrame from many years ago.”—Quick & Easy Crafts.