[Nfb-krafters-korner] snowflake class information

[Laurie Porter]

Since there seems to be a bit of confusion about the dates, I am resending my previous message. Please disregard if you already have this information. Cindy, Please post this to the blog too.  > snowflake ornament class
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    >> 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 gage wire.

>> So, come join us on January 26 2009 at 7pm Central. The number is 610 404 
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