This is the first book I’ve read on beading, so I cannot compare it really well to others in its field. It offers about 24 pages on the basics, including the types of beads, tools you need, techniques, and whatnot. I have gotten far enough into another book about beading that I recognize many of them include this section for novices. So I learned about the different beading “stitches” there are–ways to string beads that are not just pushing them in a line.
Then the book goes into chapters based on different types of jewelry and a couple of sample projects for each. In all cases, the beading style is sparse, with large beads popping out from between seed beeds and whatnot. I don’t know if that’s a style I’ll emulate, as I think I’ll end up with more elaborate weavings.
Still, it’s a clear book, with good photography, and detailed steps for each project, including watches.
