Create a fabric-based sampler of beaded fringe and continuous beaded edge stitches, including combinations that alternate between two or more stitch patterns. These techniques can be applied to any project a beading needle can pass through and has a secure non-raveling edge. Learn how you can layer and combine three rows of three different edge stitches to create a beaded attachable focal point, button, or brooch. A 1
Learn how to replicate embroidery stitches with beads. As beads and thread have different physical properties, you will learn the finer points of the conversion process. Fear not, Nancy has developed a foolproof method so that even an absolute beginning beader can be successful! . You will learn beaded variations of the chain stitch, buttonhole, fly, cretan, and how to create beaded berries on fabric. No prior beading experience necessary.
Add a layer of meaning to your fabric-based mixed media creations. Learn the finer points of creating several script and print font styles with continuous secure lines of beads on fabric. Write poetry, quotations, attention-grabbers, titles, and even sign your work of art. Start your own personalized Create beaded text message piece in class. No prior beading experience necessary.
Explore elevated beading, Nancy's beading discovery. The bead line patterns do not rest on nor are attached to the fabric. Instead the bead lines are held up and off the surface by pre-constructed bead supports. This achieves a true three-dimensional look. A variety of elevated beading patterns will be introduced, then have time to design and create patterns of your own. This is an easy, fun, and fast way to add bead luster and beaded patterns to your art quilts.
