Beaded Colourwork

Beaded Colourwork: A Modern Approach to Knitting with Beads by Jeanette Sloan is a strikingly modern knitting book that reimagines beadwork for today's knitter. Curious what it looks like when beads are used to create bold motifs in your knitting? This book shows you exactly how.

Featuring a contemporary collection of 17 designs, ranging from small accessories to a heavily beaded cardigan, it introduces Sloan's innovative 'beaded colourwork' technique, combining colourwork, slip stitches and beads to create rich, graphic motifs with elegant texture and subtle shimmer.

Jeanette has perfected the art of beaded colourwork and shares her tips, hacks and expertise through the book. Clear tutorials, detailed charts and thoughtfully written patterns make the technique approachable for adventurous beginners while still offering plenty to excite confident knitters. With its bold yet wearable designs, joyful use of colour and beautifully styled photography, this standout title is perfect for knitters keen to learn a fresh, innovative technique and explore embellishment in a modern way.

• 184 pages
• 17 patterns: 4 bags, 2 sweaters, 2 shawls, 2 hats, 2 scarves, 1 cardigan, 1 vest, 1 poncho, 1 cowl and 1 pair of mittens
• Hardcover
• Print only, no digital download code available

Jeanette Sloan BEM is a leading UK knitwear designer. She teaches both online and in person, and her writing has appeared in knitting publications including Vogue Knitting and Laine Magazine, where she has a regular column. Jeanette is also the founder of BIPOC in Fiber, a resource showcasing BIPOC fibre artists.