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My World of Beads: Focus on Jewellery Making

by Katie Dean

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About the Book
If you're interested in learning how to make your own jewellery, this magazine-style book will give you a great start. Articles include a summary of the major jewellery making techniques, advice on how to sell jewellery at craft fairs, a look at some of the basic tools and materials you will need, plus four simple projects to get you started. This book was designed to sit alongside Katie Dean's website www.myworldofbeads.com to give you an insight into the information on the website and a quick reference guide when you are away from your computer. Katie Dean is a well-known bead designer and tutor and also editor of Bead and Jewellery Magazine. Her work has won competitions and she is internationally recognised for her many beading books.
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About the Creator
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Katie Dean
London, UK

I began beading back in 2003 after being diagnosed with a serious illness. The beading proved to be a powerful tool in my recuperation. After teaching myself beading and jewellery making techniques, I moved straight on to designing my own work. I was invited to publish my first design in a magazine in 2006. I have won several beading competitions both in the UK and internationally, including the British Bead Awards. In 2010 I wrote my first beading book, with designs for miniature beaded cakes to celebrate special occasions. In 2012 I left my 'day job' to work full-time as a writer and bead artist. I gained a teaching qualification and regularly teach beadwork designs and techniques throughout the UK. In 2014 I was invited to become editor of Bead and Jewellery Magazine. I am probably best known for my beaded wedding bouquets - they look like fresh flowers! - and my beaded cakes...the calorie-free answer for those with a sweet tooth!

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