Dorothy Wood is a talented and prolific craft maker and author. Since gaining a diploma in Advanced Embroidery and Textiles from Goldsmith's College, London, she has written 12 craft books, and contributed to another 20, on all kinds of subjects. Dorothy also contributes projects to several craft magazines, and can be regularly found in Crafts Beautiful magazine. Dorothy lives in Osgathorpe, Leicestershire.

Introduction Using beads: an introduction to the myriad of uses and applications for beads Materials, Equipment and Techniques Glass beads: seed beads, delicas, bugles etc Varieties of colour and finish Bead looms, wire, fabrics, bead needles, wire cutters, pliers etc Basic techniques, including simple loom weaving, beading stitches (eg brick stitch, peyote) Chapter 1: Bead Loom Weaving Friendship bracelet Trinket box and card Picture frame Chapter 2: Off-Loom Weaving Amulet purse Zigzag necklace and earrings Spiral bracelets Beaded Paisley pattern mules Chapter 3: Fringes and Tassels Tasselled key rings Fringed cushions Lampshade with tassel trim Fringed velvet scarf Chapter 4: Bead Embroidery Notebook cover Beaded pot-pourri sachets Bag Christmas decorations Chapter 5: Beads and Wire Coasters in organza bag Glass candlestick with wire and clusters of beads Bead flower gift bags Templates Suppliers Acknowledgments Index