Native Beadwork Techniques Explained: Traditional Methods, Cultural Meaning, and Step-by-Step Instruction

By KEVIN M. LUKE

Discover the Art, Meaning, and Mastery of Native Beadwork

Step into the timeless world of Native beadwork and learn how tradition, technique, and storytelling come together-one bead at a time.
Native Beadwork Techniques Explained is a complete, hands-on guide designed for beginners, intermediate crafters, and dedicated artisans who want to create beadwork with skill, structure, and cultural respect. Authored by Kevin M. Luke, this book goes beyond simple instruction to explore the history, purpose, and craftsmanship behind one of the world's most meaningful art forms.

Inside, you'll learn: The history and cultural origins of Native beadworkEssential materials and tools explained clearlyStep-by-step instructions for basic, intermediate, and advanced techniquesPractical beginner, intermediate, and advanced projectsTroubleshooting solutions to common beadwork challengesCare, maintenance, and long-term preservation methodsTips for success, creativity, and ethical practiceEach technique and project is broken down into clear steps, making learning approachable and confidence-building. Whether you want to create personal pieces, meaningful gifts, or professional-quality work, this book provides the foundation you need.
More than a craft guide, this book is an invitation to slow down, work with intention, and honor a tradition rooted in generations of creativity and resilience.

If you're ready to create beadwork that is beautiful, durable, and deeply meaningful, this guide belongs in your hands.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GFN7D52N
• ISBN13: 9798243085595
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 98 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"