Put more sparkle in your stitches

Add dimension and luster to your sewing projects! Inspired by the magic of beads, buttons, and charms, Christen Brown shares 8 stunning beadwork projects from brooches and bracelets to wallhangings. A handy visual guide to 125 bead embroidered and bead woven stitches categorizes each stitch by style, with a second alphabetical index to keep at your fingertips. A robust project gallery will inspire crafters of all skill levels, from embroiderers and sewists to crazy quilters, mixed media artists, and jewelry makers.

• Beads, buttons, and charms! Dabble in 125 bead embroidery and bead woven stitches
• Embellish 8 projects from bedazzled jewelry to wall art and a sewing caddy
• Search both the complete visual guide (with stitches organized by type) and the A-to-Z stitch index for easy reference