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Yes, this book is worth every penny you spend for it. It is a wonderful inspiration book. The two authors explain their individual ways of approaching bead embroidery. There are enough “how I do this” to satisfy the ones who need a pattern. But the very best part is, they lead you to create your own work and not just slavish imitations of theirs. The photos are stunning. You’ll be able to look at this over and over for the lovely ideas.
Rating: 5 / 5

I pre-ordered this book in the Summer and waited until October to receive it. The wait was worth it to see the stunningly beautiful beadwork examples in the artists’ gallery. I was pleased with the tell-all, well-written instructions from both of these gifted bead artists. Explanations are simple, but comprehensive. The crisp photography and line drawings display examples and techniques esthetically. Projects range in difficulty from simple enough for the beginning beader, to complex for the experienced beader. The comparison between Sherry and Heidi’s techniques, tools and approach to design opens the door for anyone to try this form of beading, regardless of their personal style, skill level or lack of access to fancy tools and supplies. Highly recommended addition to the beader’s library.
Rating: 5 / 5

Owning a piece made by Heidi or Sherry is the best thing that can happen but owning this book comes a close second

These artists have brought seed beading to a whole new level, that of sheer art.

We are blessed because they are obviously willing to share so much of what they have achieved, over many years, with us, in this book.

Much as the art-work of both artists itself the book has many layers;

It shows not only how to make awesome pieces but also in what ways Sherry’s and Heidi’s work differ and are the same.

Sherry’s techniques, stitches, materials and tools are explained and on an the opposite page or right after her’s, there’s Heidi’s dittos as well, for comparison.

It is a very creative book and you can learn something new out of it every time you look

It teaches about color, texture and design and, very important, about fringes in detail

The pictures are many and stunning and give abundant inspiration

The instructions are clear and interesting

In this book Sherry takes you by the hand and shows you how to make a simple belt buckle, earrings, an art pendant a bracelet and finally her favorite; a neckpiece

And then Heidi shows you how to make a pendant, a bracelet, earrings a pin and finally also a neckpiece

They both picked beautiful pieces to teach us, not just any piece.

This book doesn’t really need a review, everyone who is familiar with the work of Sherry and Heidi will know it’s a quality book

It is better even than expected and for sure gives you your money’s worth

I will never part with it and will always be busy beading, adding some of my own ideas to their basics, from now on!

Rating: 5 / 5

Shortly after I did a post to my journal about how crappy most books prove to be in real life, I went shopping and stumbled onto this book. They got it really right in this book, great pictures, loads of detailed instructions, clearly written and offering up a ton of inspiration. Well worth twice the cover price. Not the usual “look at what I did” by some bead artist… patting themselves on the back ands show casing their work… this book not only attempts to educate, it gets it right and goes the extra mile to spread the know how. Bravo!
Rating: 5 / 5