Basics

Adding and ending thread
Learn how to add and end thread in beadwork
Beaded backstitch
Text and an illustration describe how to stitch beads to fabric
Brick stitch
Learn how to work brick stitch, plus increasing and decreasing
Knots
15 beading knots explained with step-by-step instructions
Loomwork
Two articles walk you through basic and accelerated beading loomwork
Ndebele herringbone
Everything you need to know about working in Ndebele herringbone stitch
Peyote stitch
Learn how to work even-and odd-count peyote stitch, plus increasing, decreasing, and zipping
Stringing
Three articles on crimping, bead tips, and using cones
Right-angle weave
Illustrations and steps for working in flat and tubular right-angle weave
Square stitch
Learn to work in square stitch, plus increasing and decreasing
Bead Crochet and Bead Knitting
Learn bead crochet techniques (chain stitch, slip stitch, how to make a crochet ring) and bead knitting techniques (casting on, knit stitch, adding beads, and binding off).
Wirework
Four techniques for making loops and head pins
Double half-hitch
A handy knot for beading
Opening and closing loops
Easy-to-follow instructions for opening and closing wire loops
Ladder stitch
Traditional ladder stitch, crossweave method, alternative method, and forming a ring.
Stop bead
Use a stop bead to secure beads temporarily when you begin stitching.
Bezels
Stitch a bezel around a stone

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