This workshop enables students to create a richly textured cuff that is reminiscent of lace from the Victorian era. Students will learn how to create a framework made of seed beads. The framework is then filled in by using many different colored Japanese cylinder beads to create the illusion of a lace composed of numerous tiny flowers. Delicate Swarovski crystals or small pearls grace the center of each flower. The filling in process creates a remarkable three-dimensional appearance of old lace and a rich color palette lends an overall antique appearance to the cuff. This workshop is recommended for students with some beading experience. This workshop meets once.
Instructor: Karmen Schmidt $60
Six Hours • Sat. August 11th, 10:30am-4:30pm
Supply List • 1 tube size 11/0 Japanese seed beads in antique gold or other color for framework.
• about 30 different colors of Japanese Delicas in pastel shades. Fewer colors can be used.
• 1 tube silver-lined Japanese Delicas for green leaves
• about 30 Swarovski crystals, seed pearls or fire polished crystals
• 1 large silver or black snap used in sewing projects
• size B Nymo thread in coordinating color
• size 11 or 12 beading needles
• Watch Crystal Cement (optional)
• Bead Heaven or wax (optional)
• scissors
• Japanese seed beads are recommended because the holes are larger than those of Czech seed beads.