Build your beading skills with this must-have intermediate beading book by jewelry artist Virginia Jensen. Virginia begins this book with a comprehensive introduction on what tools and materials are needed, techniques to managing the thread and needle, and diverse types of beads and the challenges that come with each. She also provides invaluable advice, tips, and tricks that she has learned from her own 17 years of experience. Learn 38 of the most bold and beautiful earring, bracelet, and necklace designs to try on your own. But you're not alone-there are step-by-step instructions with diagrams and full-color photos to follow. Then see how to vary the designs using different colors, beads, and techniques. In this "best of" Virginia's work, you can now complete your wardrobe by using her designs and creating your own unique jewelry pieces. Projects include: Earrings MiniSilky Diamond Earrings, Elegant Drop Earrings, Zoli Lotus Earrings, Reverse SwiH Earrings, Bracelets Herringbone Cuff, Diagonal Peyote Cuff, Sophisticated Beams, Pharoah's Gift Bracelet, Necklaces Running River, Double Braid, Two-Hole Dagger Necklace, Cluster Necklace.