Bead Catalogs

The various worldwide uses of glass beads, from antiquity to the modern time, are presented in this new book, along with the fascinating evolution of the beadmaking industry. From roots in Asian and African glassmaking, the European beadmaking industry is shown to have developed in response to political and economic factors of international trade and keen businessmen who saw potential profits, 475... [read more]

The Embroiderers’ Guild was founded in 1906 and has in its collection embroideries from all over the world. These wonderful works, which somehow survived through the ages, could be said to be one of the most important groups of embroideries assembled in one place. Stitched pieces and fragments were gathered together by early members of the Guild and inserted into portfolios that were circulated ... [read more]

Each issue presents the latest in gem and jewelry trends, incorporating gemstones, metal sheet and wire, expert advice, and spotlighting one jewelry artist. Projects feature clear, concise, illustrated directions and tips, while features focus on specific techniques, materials, and design ideas.

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"Hey Mister, throw me some beads!" is a phrase that is iconic in New Orleans' Mardi Gras street argot. Strings of beads, doubloons, and other trinkets are passed out or thrown from the floats in the Mardi Gras parades to spectators lining the streets. In 1974, Bruce Gilden was a young photographer when he first went down to Mardi Gras to shoot his first personal essay away from his home city New Y... [read more]

DARICE-Big Value Pony Beads: 6 by 9mm Pony Beads. Beautiful beads in a multitude of colors. Whether you plan on using them for hair; jewelry; adornments on clothing; lamp shades or curtains they will surely brighten up your world. 720pcs per package. Available in a variety of color combinations: each sold separately. Recommended for children ages 6 and up. WARNING: Choking Hazard-small parts. Not ... [read more]

This book catalogues the Newark Museum's collection of jewelry and explores the Newark jewelry business and its impact on the American jewelry

Hundreds of stunning color photos display the wearable artwork produced by today's top art jewelers, including one-of-a-kind necklaces, brooches, bracelets, rings, and earrings in gold, silver, mixed metals, glass, enamel work, found objects, and more.