Zulu Inspired Beadwork

Zulu Inspired Beadwork
By Dianne Fitzgerald
Published by: Interweave Press, Distributed in the UK by Search Press
ISBN:978-59668-034-0
Price: £17.99
Reviewed by: Kerry Miller

"Part how to, part history, part travelogue - a true beading journey!"

This is a fascinating book for both beading enthusiasts and cultural historians. The author clearly shows her love of the craft and has researched it extensively. The dialogue takes the reader right through the history of Zulu beadwork, explaining the meanings of the specific styles and colours used.

Dianne Fitzgerald explains how she de-constructed original beadwork pieces in order to understand its construction, enabling the reader to recreate over 20 stunning Zulu techniques. Some of these techniques have never before been published. The clear instructions and diagrams are consistently easy to follow. There are gorgeous photographs throughout the book to provide endless inspiration as well as an extensive bibliography should the reader wish to research the craft even further.

Not only is Zulu inspired Beadwork a great addition to any Beadworkers’ library, it is also an ideal first book for those new to the craft!

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