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Basic Beading Stitches Explained

I took my first and only beading class many, many eons ago from Kenneth King - before he became a sewing and embellishment personality. It was a 2-1/2 day intensive workshop and my brain was complete mush afterwards! It was the best class I ever took.

My checkbook has regretted my obsession with beading over the years, but my heart has rejoiced.

 

Backstitch
Simple backstitching through each bead.

Beading back-stich with seed beads and bugle beads
 

Baguette Stitch
Stack bugle beads. Two on the bottom, one on the top.

Beading baguette stitch
 

Fence of Bugles  
Standing bugles, backstitched.

Fence of Bugles beading stitch
 

Seeds Together  
Several seeds, backstitched in groups.

Seed beads together beading stitch
 

Fence of Seeds and Bugles     
Standing bugles with seed beads, uses a running stitch.   

Fence of seed beads and bugle beads
 

Vermacelli             
Random placement of bugles, fills large areas very quickly.

Vermacelli beading stitch
 

 

Did You Know?

 

If you don't use true beading thread, always double your thread and wax it before starting.  This will strengthen the thread and help prevent tangling.

Instead of a true beading needle, I prefer size 10 or 12 quilting betweens. I've only used long beading needles when making a single strand purse.

It always comes down to personal preference. Work with what you're most comfortable using.

 

Beading Books

Beading Basics - Mary Stori

Beading Basics
by Mary Stori


Designer Bead Embroidery by Kenneth King

Designer Bead Embroidery
by Kenneth King

 

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