Colour can dominate a design or subtly accentuate other features. The way it is used can transform beadwork from mundane to magnificent. This title features 200 failsafe colour schemes created especially for beaders. Basic colour mixing principles are explained and the reader will discover how finish can greatly alter the overall effect. The main directory section is arranged into broad themes, while each colour story is demonstrated using a range of beautiful beadwork. Clear graphic 'colour recipes; identify the precise colour proportions used. The projects demonstrate ways in which to utilise colour schemes, from monochromatic earrings and a warm-toned choker, to a complementary necklace and a triadic bracelet.