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Published Komok posts tagged Bead embroidery.
IntermediateFreeThis master class shows how to make a Paisley brooch with Japanese seed beads, a rhinestone-set glass crystal, stiff French wire, and pearls. The main process is shown in the video: preparing the materials, embroidering decorative rows, finishing the openwork edge, and assembling the brooch.
Turn your leftover seed beads into stunning accessories! Discover two creative techniques—Athenian Mosaic and Herringbone Paving—to upcycle bead mixes into beautiful, textured bags and wallets.
BeginnerFreeA guide to the 'monastery' method of bead embroidery without a hoop: how to position the fabric on the table, check your needle, lay the beads from top to bottom, and secure the thread reliably.
Transform your denim jacket into a unique designer piece with this simple bead embroidery tutorial. Learn how to create a stunning, chaotic pattern on collars and pockets using beads, sequins, and buttons.
IntermediateFreeThis master class shows how to make a Heart brooch from beads and crystals: use the measured template, choose materials in one palette, embroider the contour and fill, and review two brooch pin options.
BeginnerFreeThis master class shows how to embroider a dimensional flower with sequins: first draw a circle in the required size, divide it into petal guides, bring the needle up on one guide line, pick up one sequin and two small seed beads, repeat the sequence until the petal has enough volume, then take the needle down exactly in the center of the circle and secure the thread on the wrong side. Repeat for every petal. The center can be embroidered after the petals, or you can fill it first with small crystals and then build the sequin-and-bead petals from the center outward. For beginners, firm plain fabric in an embroidery hoop makes the small details easier to control.
Discover how to start making beautiful handmade brooches with simple materials you already have at home. Perfect for beginners.
Get ready for the holidays with these charming 3D beaded Christmas gnomes! A perfect DIY ornament or gift idea that adds a festive sparkle to your tree. Follow our guide to embroider and assemble your own little holiday friend.
BeginnerFreeThis material presents a video tutorial for embroidering a Star brooch. The brooch center uses a 12 mm Rivoli crystal, though a 14 mm crystal can also work. The materials include bugle beads, stiff bullion wire, seed beads, sequins, beads, rhinestone chain, a very thin regular chain, an embroidery base, a brooch pin, backing material, thread, and a bead-embroidery needle. The author provides a star template and suggests adding any materials you like. The detailed process is shown in the video.
Don't throw away those leftover or mismatched beads! Discover how to transform inexpensive beads and fabric scraps into stunning, ethnic-style embroidered bags, belts, and footwear.
A crafter shares the costly mistakes made during a first attempt at bead embroidery and cross-stitch, including misaligned patterns and fabric ruined by heat from an iron.
Learn how to transform a simple hair hoop into a stunning, custom accessory. Follow this easy DIY guide to decorate your headband with beads, crystals, and velvet for a professional, elegant look.