Indian Bead-Weaving Patterns: Chain-Weaving Designs and Bead Loom Weaving-An Illustrated "How-To" Guide

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Summary: A Wealth of Beadwork Techniques
Review: Horace Goodhue can be credited with being the first to document many Native American beadwork techniques. Between the pages of this little book, there are more techniques than any other I know of. Goodhue died a few years ago at age 96, but during his life, he devoted a great deal of time to learning about the Native American culture even though he was not Native American. While the book lacks the color examples prominent in many current books, it compensates with a wide variety not found in other publications. For anyone serious about doing beadwork, this book should be on your shelf. While the directions may seem a bit cryptic at first, due to their brevity, they are well done and will provide much stimulation for anyone who does either contemporary beadwork or Native American beadwork. Don't miss this book!

Rating:
Summary: A Wealth of Beadwork Techniques
Review: Horace Goodhue can be credited with being the first to document many Native American beadwork techniques. Between the pages of this little book, there are more techniques than any other I know of. Goodhue died a few years ago at age 96, but during his life, he devoted a great deal of time to learning about the Native American culture even though he was not Native American. While the book lacks the color examples prominent in many current books, it compensates with a wide variety not found in other publications. For anyone serious about doing beadwork, this book should be on your shelf. While the directions may seem a bit cryptic at first, due to their brevity, they are well done and will provide much stimulation for anyone who does either contemporary beadwork or Native American beadwork. Don't miss this book!

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Summary: Perfect Book for Beadwork Beginners
Review: Horace Goodhue's book is a terrific guide for beaders of all levels. While the drawings are simple black and white line drawings, the instructions are written beautifully. It is easy to follow, well-illustrated (black and white photos of the "end product"), and a must for every beader. I find myself referring to it often and I've been beading for a long time. There are many weaves that Mr. Goodhue covers that are not covered anywhere else. This is a personal collection of patterns, stitches, and weaves that he's collected through the years. I highly recommend this book for beaders of all skill levels. Its information isn't duplicated anywhere else in one volume

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Summary: best bead book ever!
Review: I got this book for my kids about 5 years ago and they have become real professionals now and are still beading at 17 and 19. We haven't found a better one yet. This is a great bock to start with

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Summary: best bead book ever!
Review: I got this book for my kids about 5 years ago and they have become real professionals now and are still beading at 17 and 19. We haven't found a better one yet. This is a great bock to start with

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Summary: Every Beader should know these techniques!
Review: I have an original signed copy and could never give it up. An easy to follow how to book from daisy chains to peyote styles. If you want to teach yourself or others, let Horace Goodhue show you the way through this book.

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Summary: a beader's bible
Review: This book is essential for all beaders at any level, including beginners. The directions are easy to follow and include illustrations. Lots of great stitches and patterns. A book you will refer back to again and again.

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Summary: a beader's bible
Review: This book is essential for all beaders at any level, including beginners. The directions are easy to follow and include illustrations. Lots of great stitches and patterns. A book you will refer back to again and again.

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Summary: Wonderful!
Review: This book was recommended from a friend. I found some wonderful patterns that were quite successful, however, being a fairly new beader, I think there were some assumptions that one already knew what to do. HIGHLY recommended for intermediate beaders, though! And I look forward to being able to reach that summit!

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Summary: Wonderful!
Review: This book was recommended from a friend. I found some wonderful patterns that were quite successful, however, being a fairly new beader, I think there were some assumptions that one already knew what to do. HIGHLY recommended for intermediate beaders, though! And I look forward to being able to reach that summit!