Katie has written more than 20 books on a variety of beading and crafting topics. We have just added several new collections of books (see below).


Katie's Beading Secrets by Katie Hacker

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Get in on the secrets! This book is packed with over 100 projects, all created with readily-available beads and findings. You'll learn the basics of beading and the most versatile beading techniques. Necklaces are shown with the clasps so you know exactly how to recreate the pieces and each necklace design is shown with an alternate bead combination to get your creativity going. This is jewelry you'll want to wear everyday! Earring and bracelet ideas are also included, along with step-by-step photos of the techniques. 40 pages. Available late July 2009.

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Bead & Wire Jewelry Exposed by Katie Hacker, Margot Potter and Fernando DaSilva

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Be among the first to own a copy of this groundbreaking new book! Includes over 50 high-fashion jewelry pieces made using unique techniques that reveal typically hidden components like beading wire, cording, findings, tubing and chain as the central focus of the design. While the pieces may look complex, the techniques are simple enough for beginners - yet sophisticated enough for veteran jewelry crafters. A comprehensive getting started section gives crafters information on the supplies, tools and techniques they'll need to make all of the projects in the book, and the broad range of styles guarantees appeal for all audiences. All projects use components from Beadalon and CrystallizedTM - Swarovski Elements. 144 pages.


Beads, Baubles & Jewels (Series 900) on DVD

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Watch your favorite beading show anytime with this set of four DVDs from the 900 series of Beads, Baubles & Jewels. Each segment answers a basic beading question, includes the instructions for great jewelry projects, and shows you secrets for making jewelry that always looks fashionable. Featured guests include Katie Hacker, Marlene Blessing, Leslie Rogalski, Mark Nelson and more!


Hip To Bead by Katie HackerHip To Bead

32 Contemporary Projects for Today’s Beader. Loaded with gorgeous, boutique-style beaded jewelry, this book teaches basic beading techniques through fashion-savvy designs created with beads, pendants, and findings that are readily available. 98 pages.

$19.95

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Beading Basics Collection

Includes the following books:

Katie's Basics of Beading

30-Minute Beading

Beading 101

Collection Price: $24.99

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Katie's Basics of Beading by Katie HackerKatie's Basics of Beading

Features introductory projects on bead stringing, wire-wrapping, macram and seed beads. Includes more than 55 projects, plus step-by-step technique photos and a guide to beads, tools and findings. 40 pages.

 

 

 

 

30-Minute Beading by Katie Hacker30-Minute Beading

This book is for beaders who want to make jewelry that you can make tonight and wear tomorrow. Includes more than 55 stylish projects, plus a guide to necklace lengths and necklines. 40 pages.

 

 

 

 

Beading 101 by Katie Hacker, Teresa Welch & LeNae GerigBeading 101

Designed especially for the beginning beader, this book features information on supplies, basic techniques and an introduction to jewelry design. Includes finishing touches and frequently asked questions. 40 pages.

 

 


Stylish Stringing Collection

Includes the following books:

Bedazzling Beads

The Need To Bead

Born to Bead

Collection Price: $24.99

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Bedazzling Beads by Katie HackerBedazzling Beads

I love the look of art glass jewelry. 40+ projects use furnace glass, lampwork and Czech glass beads to make easy, gorgeous designs. The colors will "wow" you! 24 pages.

 

 

 

 

The Need To Bead by Katie HackerThe Need to Bead

Create your own upscale-looking jewelry in an evening. Chock-full of 60+ bead stringing projects that you can make quickly and easily. The perfect companion to Born to Bead. 40 pages.

 

 

 

 

Born to Bead by Katie HackerBorn to Bead

Packed with more than 60 bead stringing projects, this book features an especially wide variety of jewelry styles. I named each project after the friend who inspired the design. A Bestseller! 40 pages.


Wire Savvy Collection

Includes the following books:

Wire-Wrapped Jewelry

Wire-Wrapped Home Décor

Way Cool Wire Jewelry

Collection Price: $19.99

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Wire-Wrapped Jewelry by Katie HackerWire-Wrapped Jewelry

Learn basic wire-wrapping techniques, then use them to make more than 30 cool designs. While supplies last**. 16 pages.

 

 

 

 

Wire-Wrapped Home Décor by Katie HackerWire-Wrapped Home Décor

Use wire and beads to embellish a variety of home dcor items. Includes ideas for decorating candleholders, vases, journals and more. While supplies last**. 16 pages.

 

 

 

 

Way-Cool Wire Jewelry by Katie HackerWay-Cool Wire Jewelry

50+ fun projects using plastic-coated wire. Includes jewelry, hair accessories, an earring organizer and more. While supplies last**. 24 pages.

 


Beadalon Collection

Includes the following books:

Sensational Bead Stringing

Memory Wire Magic

Craft Wire Creations

Collection Price: $19.99

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Sensational Bead Stringing by Katie HackerSensational Bead Stringing

Learn my new lacy macramé-style techniques for weaving Beadalon wire, in addition to a variety of other stylish beading projects. Includes 40 projects that are rated for difficulty level: Beginner, Intermediate and Expert Beader. 32 pages.

 

 

 

 

Memory Wire Magic by Katie HackerMemory Wire Magic

Memory wire isn’t just for chokers and bracelets! Learn 20 clever ways to use memory wire for jewelry, home décor and gifts. Projects include wine glass charms, curtain tie-backs, ornaments, candle wraps and more. 15 pages.

 

 

 

 

Craft Wire Creations by Katie HackerCraft Wire Creations

Learn basic wireworking techniques and use them to make more than 25 creative projects. Create beaded wire jewelry from scratch or use wire to embellish items like a journal, gift box, lampshade and more! 31 pages.

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