Rec.crafts.beadwork is a high-traffic Usenet newsgroup for people who make beads or make objects with or from beads. Typical postings concern how to create different types of beads; where bead stores are located in various areas; beadcard stitching; creating handbags and other wearables or accessories with beads; beading wire, looms and other components of beadwork, and sources for these materials. Related books and magazines are also noted.