Zulu Inspired Beadwork - Diane Fitzgerald

Zulu Inspired Beadwork, weaving techniques and projects - Diane Fitzgerald - Interweave Press - 2007 - 127p - Paperback in good condition - Internally clean and tightly bound; an unread copy.

Zulu Inspired Beadwork is the first book devoted to the beading techniques used by Zulu women. Bead master Diane Fitzgerald shares her expertise on Zulu beadwork with over 20 beadweaving techniques, celebrating the culture of this indigenous population.

Begin with an introduction to Zulus and their beadwork, an inside look at the importance of beads in this South African culture, and the many beading techniques - some of which have never been published until now - used by Zulu women to create adorment.

Inside you'll find:

• Tons of techniques include netting, wrapping, fringing, braiding, and weaving.

• Projects illustrated with easy-to-follow instructions and tips for success.

• Gorgeous photographs of original Zulu beadwork for endless inspiration.

Celebrate the techniques, the culture, and the history of Zulu beadwork today with Zulu Inspired Beadwork!

Beads and beadwork are an integral part of many African cultures, not least the famous Zulu Nation of Southern Africa, From earliest times, Zulus, made beads from natural materials like seeds, ostrich eggshell, animal teeth, and even metal. On the basis of archaeological evidence, it is known that imported glass trade beads were used as body ornaments in Africa as early as the eleventh century. These beads were made available until the sixteenth century through Arab traders. Later, from around 1680, Venetian and Dutch beads began to reach South African shores via European merchant traders.