Beading with Cubes and Triangles
by Alice Korach

“When Suzanne and I discussed the focus of my first book for Design Originals, we agreed that I should develop a series of innovative projects using the most of the bead weaving stitches. But what should the unifying principle be? Suzanne came up with the bright idea for me to work with cubes and triangles. Since there isn’t much available on using these beads, I knew she had a good idea. But before I agreed, I took a huge mental gulp.

There’s a reason why cubes and triangles are underrepresented in project books. They’re tricky beads to use well with those sharp angles and big holes. And I’d done very little with them for that very reason. But I like a fun challenge and knew this would be a really big one. After mulling over ideas about cubes and triangles, I finally got started with a list of stitches I wanted to tackle.

I started with something easy, doodling with needle, thread, and beads to develop the “Window Bracelet.” After that, one idea led to the next at a dizzying rate, and I was suddenly inventing and adapting stitches. Finally, I had to say enough -- for volumes I and II.

I hope you enjoy these projects as much as I have because if you do, you’ll join me in asking Toho to start making these fascinating beads in a lot more colors – and I’ll get to create more designs.”

What fun!
Alice Korach

Reviewer’s Fav:

• Egyptian Wave Bracelet – Pages 22-24

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• Beading with Cubes and Triangles
• by Alice Korach
• Paperback – 8.5” x 11”
• 35 pages, full color
• 7+ projects
• Published by: Design Originals
• ISBN: 157421624-4
• $14.99
• 2007
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Beading with Cubes and Triangles 2
by Alice Korach
 

“When Suzanne and I decided I should design innovative projects using cube and triangle beads, we didn’t determine how many. I’ve always had a horror of not preparing enough food when I entertain, and I approached the content of Beading with Cubes and Triangles the same way.

So, of course, I created twice as many projects as would fit in one book, so we have Cubes and Triangles 2. Each book contains an exciting mix of bracelet and necklace projects for a variety of skill levels.

While the projects in the first book feature classic stitches – primarily peyote, brick, and herringbone – the projects in this book use unusual stitch variations as well as a few made-up stitches and techniques. Even experienced beaders may encounter techniques here that are completely new to them.

‘Octagon Weave’ is a very useful stitch, making it possible to use large-hole beads successfully in right-angle weave; and the beaded button I made for that bracelet is quick easy, and a great clasp alternative.

My favorite project is the ‘Saturn Bracelet’ even though it can only be worn for special, arty occasions. It offered the most challenges – acquiring varied beads, and working double herringbone that joins seamlessly.

I’m really pleased with this book. All the projects are much easier than they look, but you’ll learn a lot from doing each of them. Have fun.”

Reviewer’s Fav:

• Saturn Bracelet – Pages 30-35

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• Beading with Cubes and Triangles 2
• by Alice Korach
• Paperback – 8.5” x 11”
• 35 pages, full color
• 7+ projects
• Published by: Design Originals
• ISBN: 157421633-3
• $14.99
• 2008

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