Beading With Herringbone Stitch: A Beadwork How-To Book

by Vicki Star

The herringbone stitch is a versatile and unique off-loom bead technique. Popularized as the “Ndbele Weave” for its use by a South African tribe of the same name, the stitch is characterized by its snakeskin feel and visible chevron pattern. This guide offers a thorough historical and cultural background of the stitch, along with complete instructions for creating beautiful beaded projects. Also provided are techniques for creating flat and tubular herringbone stitch samples and a gallery of inspirational pieces from established artists.

Genres: Crafts, Beading, Nonfiction

118 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 2001

Reviews

[Lauren · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some really good designs, definitely good ideas to have.