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Basic Bead Embroidery Tutorial

YouTube LIVE! Tutorial where Anna and Allie show you how to get started on Bead Embroidery Journey! Technique Learned: Bead Embroidery The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • Cabochon 12mm - Mandala Emerald Isle, ~2 Pieces
  • Miyuki Delica 11/0 - Frosted Opaque Glaze Yello, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Silver Lined Cobalt, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Silver Lined Teal, ~1 Gram
  • Lacy's Stiff Stuff
  • Ultrasuede - Country Cream

    • Step 1: Choose Your Materials

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    • DB2283 Miyuki Delica Beads Frosted Opaque Glaze Yellow Size 11/0

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    • Miyuki Seed Beads - Silver Lined Cobalt AB 11/0

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    Step 2: Watch the 
    Video Tutorial

    Basic Bead Embroidery Tutorial
    The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • 12mm cabochon, 2 pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0, ~2 grams
  • Miyuki Delica Beads 11/0, ~1 grams
  • Beading Foundation
  • Bead Embroidery Backing
  • Size 10 Beading Needle
  • Locktite glue (to keep the cab in place while bezeling around)
  • Sharp scissors, such as Slip N' Snip

    • Step 3: Need More Help? Follow these Steps

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    Quick Project Steps

    Prepare your workspace with all listed materials.
    Position your cabochon on the beading foundation and secure with a dab of glue.
    Begin bezeling around the cabochon using Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0, employing a backstitch for a snug fit.
    Introduce Miyuki Delica Beads 11/0 for added texture and dimension in your design.
    Explore embellishments and creative flair by adding additional rows or decorative stitches.
    Secure your work by adding a backing, trimming excess foundation, and ensuring all threads are neatly finished.

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

    Step 5: Need Any Extra Materials?

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    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

    • Join Anna as she shows you how to create these stellar embroidered bead earrings. Watch how to create your design, add beads and finish applying a back as well as edging for the complete look. If you've been thinking about bead embroidery and learning this DIY craft, this video tutorial is for you.

    Step 6: Choose Your Next Project

    • Glasgow Rose Embroidered Pendant - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads

    • Glasgow Rose Embroidered Pendant - DIY Jewelry Making Tutorial by PotomacBeads

    Watch Anna Tonnesen as she provides detailed step by step tutorial instructions to learn to embroider with beads. Create the Glasgow Rose pendant or create your own masterpiece of DIY jewelry following this project tutorial. Learn how to lay out your embroidery project, cut and shape your surface, sew on beads, apply the backing and seem the sides of the piece.
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    Item Description

    YouTube LIVE! Tutorial where Anna and Allie show you how to get started on Bead Embroidery Journey! Technique Learned: Bead Embroidery The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • Cabochon 12mm - Mandala Emerald Isle, ~2 Pieces
  • Miyuki Delica 11/0 - Frosted Opaque Glaze Yello, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Silver Lined Cobalt, ~1 Gram
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0 - Silver Lined Teal, ~1 Gram
  • Lacy's Stiff Stuff
  • Ultrasuede - Country Cream

    • Designer's Material List

    The Designer's suggested colors and materials:
  • 12mm cabochon, 2 pieces
  • Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0, ~2 grams
  • Miyuki Delica Beads 11/0, ~1 grams
  • Beading Foundation
  • Bead Embroidery Backing
  • Size 10 Beading Needle
  • Locktite glue (to keep the cab in place while bezeling around)
  • Sharp scissors, such as Slip N' Snip

    • Project Steps

    Prepare your workspace with all listed materials.
    Position your cabochon on the beading foundation and secure with a dab of glue.
    Begin bezeling around the cabochon using Miyuki Seed Beads 11/0, employing a backstitch for a snug fit.
    Introduce Miyuki Delica Beads 11/0 for added texture and dimension in your design.
    Explore embellishments and creative flair by adding additional rows or decorative stitches.
    Secure your work by adding a backing, trimming excess foundation, and ensuring all threads are neatly finished.