Off The Beadin' Path: Discovering Your Own Creative Trail of Bead Embellishment (2nd Edition) [Paperback]

Nancy Eha (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 6, 1999

Illustrated step-by-step instructions to guide you through new and innovative fabric beading processes. Also included are numerous exercises to expand your creative horizons. The second edition, published October 1999, includes color photos and two new techniques in the appendix. This book will be your constant reference as you release your creative potential and explore with beads and fabric. A welcome addition to any beadworker's, quilter's or needleworker's library!

Editorial Reviews

Review

Has a unique twist that I think is bold and innovative. The author address the biggest problem beginners have: the lack of confidence to jump in and create. If one were to follow along with the exercises, one would be liberated emotionally and creatively. The instructions are how-to techniques, not just step-by-step instructions on how to reproduce a specific project. The diagrams are clear and well thought out. This is a good, down-to-earth workbook for those wanting to learn embellishment, or for those who are experienced and just beginning to teach others. I can see many artists, including myself, referring to this book many times for technical information as well as inspiration. -- Lapidary Journal, Sharon Bateman, October 1997.

Nancy Eha offers a unique experience for beaders. In addition to detailed instructions for dozens of stitches and techniques, the author offers the reader a series of creative "Trails" to explore their own creativity. The key here is to "developing and strengthening" creative trails in order to progress to a higher level of artistry. Beaders are seldom offered such a chance to expand their thinking. Step-by-step instructions for sewing processes are also included as well as recommendations for purchasing and using supplies. -- Jewelry Crafts Magazine, November/December 1997

From the Back Cover

Creative people are playful, curios, flexile and have tremendous spirit of adventure. Developing and strengthening these traits in yourself will help you uncover your creative potential-and this book will show you how. If you want to be creative, inside you will find everything you need to journey into the fabulous world of creative beaded fabric embellishment. A collection of material never before assembled in one book. * A series of readings and exercises all designed to unleash your natural creative talents. * Everything you need to know for success when purchasing and using supplies for the uncommon needlecraft. * Easy to learn beading stitches which will amaze and delight you with exotic results. * New innovative hand sewn beading processes which not only embellisheh but shape and alter fabric surfaces as well. * Step by step instructions and easy to understand diagrams clearly explain all techniques. * Packed with inspirational ideas for developing your own designs and projects.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 138 pages
• Publisher: Creative Visions Pr; 2 edition (October 6, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0965647617
• ISBN-13: 978-0965647618
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,044,031 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very Refreshing, June 13, 2000

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"anishinabe" - See all my reviews

This review is from: Off The Beadin' Path: Discovering Your Own Creative Trail of Bead Embellishment (2nd Edition) (Paperback)

If you are looking for a pattern book, this is not it. However, if you are looking for ways to expand your creativity with beads, this is the book for you. While teaching you new ways (such as sticky lollipops and telephone poles) to applique beadwork on fabric, counted canvas and whatever your creativity dictates you are given "assignments" to open you up to new paths of creativity.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Book! A "Must Buy" for Novices and Experts Alike, May 1, 2004

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"hikefool" (Eagle Mountain, Utah United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Off The Beadin' Path: Discovering Your Own Creative Trail of Bead Embellishment (2nd Edition) (Paperback)

I bought this book after learning how to do a couch stitch. After one night of beading, I had learned many different stitches and was creating works I didn't think I could do! This book is a "must buy" for any new beader and I can't help but think that it would also be a good book for anyone who has been beading for a while but needs some new ideas. I checked out several beading books, and really believe this is the most helpful! Thank you Nancy! You've inspired me!

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Off The Beadin' Path, June 13, 2000

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Bonnie McCaffery - See all my reviews

This review is from: Off The Beadin' Path: Discovering Your Own Creative Trail of Bead Embellishment (2nd Edition) (Paperback)

I loved this book! Nancy starts by exploring ways to allow your own creativity to come through. Then once that's tackled, she's on to lots of creative ways to use beads - from bead applique, to adding texture, fringe, edgeing, and sculpting. Her directions and diagrams are thorough and inspirational. Just looking through the book makes me want to go play with my beads some more. I think you'll really like the book.