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INSPIRATIONS: A beginning beader's workshop.
SKILL LEVEL: Suitable for beginning beaders, those new to the technique or those wanting a refresher. Best if you have some experience with peyote stitch.
STITCHES: This workshop introduces you to designing and creating a Soutache (Russia braid) bead embroidery piece. You will learn basic soutache techniques and use peyote stitch if you add a cabochon to your design. Please note this is not a specific project but a technique class.
REQUIREMENTS LIST
MaterialsBeading thread of your choiceBeading needlesPencilFeature beads or cabochon (see sample photos below).Mid-sized accent beads - a mix of some 6mm beads, 3 or 4 mm rounds or firepolished, bugles and /or lentilsFiller & edging beads - mixed seed bead ‘cocktail’ in colours of your choice including size 15/0 (about 10 grams), size 11/0, size 8/0 seed beads (approx 10 grams) and/or lentils3mm wide Soutache braid (also known as herringbone or Russia braid) - in two or three colours - approximately 1 metre of eachBead embroidery foundation square (e.g. Lucy's stiff stuff or Nicole's bead backing).Bead embroidery backing material (Ultrasuede or thin imitation leather in dark colour.Suitable clasp for your piece.OPTIONS
To attend a workshop ($40.00) 2 hours includes tuition, full colour class notes. Please note you will need to bring your own beads and cabochon (please see requirements list) - bead embroidery backing will be provided:
- check the classes calendar for dates
- find 2 or more friends who'd like to do the class with you and book a workshop at a mutually convenient time by contacting Glenda (daxdesign@bigpond.com)(0408597782)
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