Explore the possibilities of using beads in your knitting with Beaded Colourwork, a contemporary collection of 17 knitting patterns by Jeanette Sloan. This book brings together sparkly beads, cosy yarns and chic silhouettes in a rainbow of colours, reflecting Jeanette’s signature style. The collection includes both accessories and garments — from stylish beanies and shawls to a luxurious poncho and an eye-catching cardigan — designed to make beaded knitting approachable and fun.
Jeanette introduces a modern, technique-led approach to knitting with beads, showing how they can be seamlessly worked into the fabric rather than added as a decorative afterthought. The result is graphic colourwork with depth, texture, and a subtle shimmer.
Presented as a clear, step-by-step guide, Beaded Colourwork invites knitters to explore a genuinely fresh technique and expand their creative possibilities
The only method used in this book is what Jeanette calls “threading on”: beads are threaded onto the yarn in advance, before knitting begins. This allows knitters to settle into a natural, uninterrupted rhythm, without stopping to place individual beads mid-row. The result is a technique that feels intuitive, meditative and deeply satisfying to work. With clear instructions and thoughtful planning, Beaded Colourwork invites knitters to focus on the pleasure of making while watching motifs slowly reveal themselves. The technique rewards both careful preparation and creative exploration, making it especially appealing to knitters looking to learn something new — without unnecessary complexity.
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- Craft:
- Knitting
- Subject:
- Techniques
