Books by Dorothy (Author) Wood

A comprehensive guide to beads and beading techniques. This bible for the modern beader guides you through the basic skills, tools and materials, before tackling more advanced techniques and projects. The essential beading reference!

Learn how to create elegant macrame pieces with this comprehensive, fully-illustrated guide by the renowned author of The Knotting and Braiding Bible. In How to Macrame, jewelry crafter and macrame expert Dorothy Wood covers all the essential techniques for creating your own elegant and intricately knotted jewelry. With detailed photographs and clear, step-by-step instructions, you'll go from beginner to expert in no time. How to Macrame covers Macrame Basics, Square Knot Variations, Multistrand Macrame, Half-hitch Variations, Adding Beads, and Finishing Techniques. Plus, once youve mastered the basics, you will be able to test your skills with jewelry projects including bracelets, a necklace and a brooch.

The Knotting & Braiding Bible is the essential guide to knotting and braiding techniques for jewellery craft. The book covers kumihimo (braiding), plaiting, knotting (including macrame) and fusion, with techniques for adding beads, using different cords/wire and attaching findings. With a selection of projects both big and small.