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The latest edition in the series Lessons in the Art of French Beaded Flowers by Donna DeAngelis Dickt is now available. This is by far our most popular series of instruction manuals. The series of manuals teaches the skills and techniques of French flower beading in a step-by-step, fully illustrated, start-to-finish format with progressively difficult lessons that accommodate everyone from the complete novice to the more experienced beader. Now it is possible to achieve the same success at home as students have been enjoying in the classroom. Each manual is filled with pages of photographs that demonstrate all the steps necessary to successfully complete the project. For those new to the art of French beaded flowers or returning to it after many years, the first two lessons provide a solid foundation in the basic techniques.
Lesson No. 1: Wildflowers. Make a beautiful beaded wildflower while learning four basic beaded flower techniques. This kit assumes you have no experience making beaded flowers and is ideal for those who are trying beaded flowers for the first time or who are returning to it after many years. Techniques you will learn: Round Basic, Pointed Basic, Continuous Loops, Simple Assembly Techniques
Lesson No. 2: Rose. Learn two new French beaded flower techniques while making a fabulous long stemmed rose while learning Lacing, Reverse Wrap techniques.
Lesson No. 3: Daisies.. So easy to make, you will want to have dozens! Learn crossover loops, continuous loops and the beehive basic.
Lesson No. 4: Tulip .Learn several new French Beaded Flower techniques while making this lovely spring flower with its long pointed leaves.
Lesson No. 5: Anemone .These medium-sized flowers are the hot choice of top floral designers.
Lesson No. 6: Hydrangea.Don't be intimidated by all those little flowers! In no time at all you'll have a beautiful Mop-head Hydrangea to show off your talents.
French Beaded Tea Rose Kit.Learn the basics of French beaded flowers while making a charming tea rose! This manual will start you on your way to beautiful beaded flowers and is ideal for those who are trying beaded flowers for the first time or who are returning to it after many years.
French Beaded Christmas Tree.Make an exquisite beaded Christmas tree while learning some of the basic techniques used for making French beaded flowers. Learn a simple looping technique and how to assemble the tree. Suggestions for decorating the tree are also included. This 10-12" tree is sure to become a treasured family heirloom. (This kit does not teach the techniques needed to learn the "Basic Method" which is used to make most French beaded flowers.)
Beads In Bloom by Arlene Baker. Reproductions of vintage beaded flowers are for sale in upscale department stores and boutiques, catalogs, and on the Internet, and their value is soaring! Beads In Bloom, a new Beadwork How-To Book, focuses on this delightful craft, provides all the information you need to make spectacular French beaded flowers and greenery with wire. With easy-to-follow, step by-step instructions, diagrams, advice on tools and supplies, and photographs of vintage collectible and contemporary beaded projects, you'll learn how to create simple and complex projects. Written for both novice and experienced beadworkers, this is an informative resource you will return to again and again. $21.95
The English translation of The Flowers of Venice by Giovanna Poggi Marchesi. A comprehensive guide to Venetian glass beads and the technique of creating glass-beaded flowers, this book illustrates and describes in detail the craft of beaded flower making. Projects include roses, lilies, poppies, daisies, morning glories and many, more. Learn the art of arranging flowers into stunning bouquets, bridal bouquets, curtain tiebacks, small gift boxes, miniature Christmas trees, and more. This is a beautiful book! $29.95 Making Bead Flowers And Bouquets by Virginia Nathanson. Graceful lilacs, orchids, roses and other blossoms can be created from shiny glass beads, yielding glittering bouquets of lasting beauty. This easy-to-follow guide to a traditional craft features 180 drawings, diagrams, and photos offering an extremely well illustrated look at contemporary methods of making flowers from beads. Step-by-step instructions show aspiring beadworkers how to assemble more than 50 botanically accurate specimens, including African violets, hyacinths and sunflowers as well as miniature versions of irises, jonquils, and tea roses. Helpful suggestions include notes on arranging attractive bouquets and centerpieces, and a special section on holiday and table decorations features a festive array of Christmas ornaments. An unabridged republication of the 1967 book. $7.95 New Patterns for Bead Flowers and Decorations by Virginia Nathanson. Author Virginia Nathanson has the distinction of introducing the old European craft of beadwork to this country. In her lavishly illustrated book, she describes how to create a host of exquisite, herloom-quality bead designs and decorations – from miniature wildflowers to French boudoir lamps. Easy-to-follow directions and clear illustrations show how to fashion calla lilies, potted plants, Christmas ornaments (including a holiday wreath), pinecones, baskets, bridal bouquets, drapery tiebacks, earrings and peacock feathers. The step-by-step fundamentals of beadwork and easy-to-master techniques are highlighted by 23 color illustrations, 119 figures and 102 photographs. This is an unabridged republication of the edition published by Hearthside Press Incorporated, New York, 1969 and is only $11.95. Designer Beadwork: French Beaded Designs by Donna Dickt. Donna Dickt has authored a wonderful new book that guides you through making French beaded flowers and using those skills to make elegant home décor items. It's amazing that objects so beautiful come from such simple techniques! These French beaded flowers sparkle, shine, and surprise, and yet they're made just by stringing beads on wire and wrapping them around to form stems and petals. Some of these flowers serve as eye-catching ornaments; others are sublimely practical, such as napkin rings and tiebacks. Follow the well-illustrated instructions to craft wildflowers, roses, daisies, tulips, anemones, and hydrangeas. For each one, there's a "What You Need to Know" and "What You Will Learn" box as guidance. The dazzling items include Black Tie Candleholders, Forsythia Urn, Lamp Shade, Tulip Tin, Clay Pot Critters, and Mistletoe Ball. Illustrated with color photos. $21.95. Bouquets from Beads by Virginia Osterland. A bible for beaders, this guide applies principles and techniques of both Oriental and Western styles of flower arrangement to beadwork. Full instructions, including step-by-step diagrams, show how to create 44 different varieties of flowers, and a chapter on Christmas ornaments features beadwork renditions of mistletoe, stars, trees and other seasonal motifs. Contains 21 color and 141 black and white illuistrations. This unabridged republication of the edition published by Charles Schribner’s Sons, New York, 1971 is only $16.95. The Art of French Beaded Flowers: Creative Techniques for Making 30 Beautiful Blooms by Carol Brenner Doelp. Illustrated in color with more than 70 close-up, how-to photos that show how to grow a garden of 30 flowers made with delicate seed beads. Forty additional illustrations present the exact bead placement for each particular flower part. Hardcover, 128 pages. $14.95. Russian Beaded Flowers . For everyone who loves flowers this title is sure to please. Included are10 floral projects and two beaded butterflies. The clear and precise diagrams in this Russian language book make the projects understandable and eliminate the language barrier. $10.95. Beadwork by Donatella Ciotti is a new translation of a beautiful Italian title, “Creane Con Le Perline.” Donatella Ciotti, (a prized student of Giovanna Poggi Marches, the author of “The Flowers of Venice”) offers a wonderful collection of 29 beaded flower patterns, 12 pages of flower arrangements to inspire you, fabulous little bonsai trees to challenge you, and some fun wire work jewelry, too! The color choices and shadings are inspiring. This hardcover book will be a valued addition to your library. Beautiful photographs, clear instructions throughout. 158 pages. $19.99 The Beaded Object: Making Gorgeous Flowers & Other Decorative Accents by Mary Jo Hiney. Beading counts among the most antique and beautiful of handcrafts - and handcrafted objects in the shape of flowers, or wired in interesting arrangements, often carry a high price tag. Enjoy the pleasure of doing it yourself, and watching thoughtful keepsakes, everyday adornments, and decorated ornaments emerge before your eyes. Using seed beads and bugle beads learn to fashion vases, vials, bracelets, bottles, boxes, paperweights, wreaths, bouquets, sachets, and more! $16.95 French Beaded Flowers I: A Guide for Beginners, Helen McCall. The art of beaded flowers originated in France during Victorian times. The peasants who beaded clothing would take home odd sized unusable beads and make flowers with them, which were then placed on alters and the graves of loved ones. Today they can be used in numerous ways. This book was written with the beginner in mind to teach this wonderful technique by use of detailed instructions and illustrations for small or miniature arrangements. $19.95 Beadflowers by Annette van Sevenhoven & Leane de Graaf. Originating in the Netherlands, this well illustrated 48 page book, in English, has instructions for more than 14 different beaded flowers. Includes patterns for the Freesia, Narcissus, Anthurium and more. $12.95 Why not try one of our popular French Beaded Flower kits? As always, we are happy to put together a kit of beads, wire, tape, etc. for any of your beaded flower projects. Just give us a call at 434-244-2905 or email Baboobeads@aol.com French Beaded Flower Kits
Lessons in the Art of French Beaded Flowers: No. 1 French Beaded Wildflowers Kit $49.95
Lessons in the Art of French Beaded Flowers: No. 1 French Beaded Tea Rose Kit $49.95
Lessons in the Art of French Beaded Flowers: No. 2 French Beaded Rose Kit $69.95
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Lessons in the Art of French Beaded Flowers: No. 3 French Beaded Daisies Kit $52.95
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Economy Pliers: Good quality economy wire cutters, chain nose pliers and round nose pliers for cutting, turning loops and generally hanging onto your wire. Economy Cutters $6.75 Economy Chain Nose Pliers $5.95 Economy Round Nose Pliers $5.95 German Pliers: These German made box-joint pliers have a harder, highly polished, slimmer profile with an ergonomic handle, which gives you 60% more gripping surface. German cutters: $27.50 German Chain Nose Pliers: $19.59 German Round Nose Pliers $19.95 Nylon Jaw Pliers: Indispensable for straightening wire! These nylon jaw pliers will not scratch colored wire. $22.50 Replacement Jaws for Nylon Pliers: $4.15
Eterna Silk is a beautiful range of flat silk; perfect for giving beaded flower stems a more natural look. The range of colors available are the recommended colors found in The Flowers of Venice, but are also suitable to use with your other beaded flower designs. Dark Brown, Dark Olive, Dark Green, Pale Green, Wheat, Golden and Silver. $1.00 per skein.
Bead Spinners: This handy bead spinner makes stringing beads onto wire quick and easy! Simply bend the end of your wire into a hook shape and spin away! You won't believe your eyes. $49.95
Floral Tape: 30 yard spools: $2.50 each available in Green, Light Green, White, Brown
Stemwire: 16ga or 18 ga: $1.00 for 12 pieces
Artistic Wire: Enhance the color of your flowers by matching wire color to bead color.
Craft Wire: A more economical wire alternative. 24ga or 28ga in non-tarnish silver, gold or green, $2.75 per spool.
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