[Nfb-krafters-korner] Introduction to seed bead netting snowflakeornament class

[Eileen Scrivani]

Hi Laurie:

Is this a new class, or a part 2-follow-up to the earring class you did 
before Christmas?  I'm interested in possibly trying, but do think I'm 
hopeless when it comes to hand weaving the seed beads!  The idea of working 
the seeds around a focal bead is appealing to me.   Let me know if it is 
still open.  If I have appropriate supplies I might give it a try again.

Thanks.

Eileen
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Laurie Porter" <freespirit1 at tds.net>
To: "List for blind crafters and artists" <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2009 9:45 PM
Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Introduction to seed bead netting 
snowflakeornament class


> This is an introduction to another popular off-loom beading technique 
> called netting. The stitch has a lacy appearance as groups of beads are 
> connected together forming a mesh with open spaces between the rows. There 
> are many forms of bead netting and can be used to create embellishments to 
> a necklace or collar, woven and worn as clothing or simply enclosing beads 
> around a center piece such as a crystal , or undrilled# cabochons made 
> into a pendent for a necklace It is a versatile stitch that can be created 
> into different shapes such as leaves, diamonds and snowflakes. remember, 
> there are no 2 snowflakes created alike in nature so happy beading.
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> Here is what you will need for the snowflake ornaments.
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> 1. At least 5 grams or 1 tube of size 6  or smaller seed beads. in a color 
> that looks like a snowflake such as white, cream, clear, silver or even 
> gold or some folks have used Christmas colors like red and green.
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> 2. One small spool beading thread in a matching or nutural color. There 
> are many brands of thread speciffically  for beading Bead thread is 
> designed  to be stronger than threads used for sewing, etc. It is also 
> woven tighter. when working with seed beads, you must have a durable 
> thread that can handle being passed through the beads multiple times. 
> Please note, your  thread color choice should make it so that the thread 
> cannot be seen through the beads. Here are  some ideas. Power Pro or 
> Fireline braided fishing lines in a 10 pound test or similar. A good 
> nutral color choice would be the clear.
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> Nymo brand beading thread, size D or heavier in white for light color 
> beads or black for beads for a darker color. If you choose the Nymo brand 
> it is a good idea to also buy a thread conditioner to minimize fraying or 
> tangling. A good thread conditioner sold at most bead stores is a product 
> called Thread Heaven. You can also use beaswax but I do not recommend a 
> paraphyn wax as it can rub off on the beads and give the piece a dulled 
> appearance.
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> 3One Big Eye beading needle in any length. There are 2 types to choose 
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> 4. One small sized ornament hook or make your own with a piece of heavy 
> guage wire.
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> So, come join us on January 26 2009 at 7pm Central. The number is 610 404 
> 9100 and the code is 27238#.
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