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Following her successful Native American Beadwork, Theresa Flores Geary offers another beautiful collection of traditional beaded projects. These exquisite items range from a Huichol Lace Sun Catcher (perfect for beginners) to an advanced-level Waterbird Pendant, from a simple Ladder Chain Bracelet to a Sun Rosette Medallion. An Indian Girl Trinket wears clothes styled after Apache camp dress, often decorated with sewn trim: she wears moccasins, a silver necklace, and turquoise jewelry. The Sage Bear Sachet combines a powerful animal symbol with the use of relaxing herbs. It's made of seed and bugle beads stitched onto leather or ultra suede. In addition to the patterns the guidance on technique, there's fascinating background information on the myths and legends that inspired each design. A Selection of the Crafters Choice Book Club.
This follow-up book to Geary's Native American Beadwork: Projects & Techniques from the Southwest includes more of her original projects based on Native American designs. These include beadwork bags, covered bowls, and free-form jewelry. As in her previous title, the well-illustrated, step-by-step projects call for easily obtained materials. This book is a good choice for libraries needing more beading material. Copyright 2006 Reed Business Information.
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October 15, 2005: I just finished reading Theresa Gearys book and really enjoyed it. There is something for everyone in the book. If your are a new beader there are projects you can do. If you have been beading for a while there are still things that will challenge you to want to learn more. I really enjoyed the book.