It is no secret that I love all things textile as well as beady, my little book on Loom Weaving is popular with beginners wanting to explore this traditional blend of textile and beading techniques. I think if you love any craft it is inevitable that the tools to go with it somehow proliferate without you noticing. A quick check reveals that I have six different types of bead loom, plus another three that my lovely dad has made for me over the years. (are you picking up on my autumn cupboard clearing vibe?) One had the beginnings of a Kerala Bangle on it. This is a loom workshop I have taught many times and continue to offer, I love it because it enables students to explore a loom with a whole mix of materials and really get to know the different processes. It is also a great way to develop a feel for thread tension in a way that won't mess up a carefully counted pattern if you don't hit perfection on day one! and a great way to teach the best ways to work a huge range of techniques in one piece. last of the summer' Nasturtiums First, gather together a pile of embroidery threads, flosses, yarns and fibres, some beading thread, seed and accent beads. This part can be a glorious adventure in colour, just heap together your faves and play with the pile until you have a mix you love... or pick out the colours from a picture for inspiration, like this snap of the very last of the Nasturtiums in the garden (I sense a garden tidying session coming on.. what is it about autumn and the need to sort things out and get them straight!). Or, you can cheat and buy a ready mixed pack of dyed threads (of which I have too many, picked up as impulse buys at shows... oh such clever tempting packaging!) Section showing woven thread and beading on the same warp threads Next, warp up a loom with beading thread, then get weaving. Here is a picture of the sample still in the loom which, incidentally, I must get round to finishing; which starts with finding the bag of threads to go with this UFO. I like to start with a section of old fashioned over and under weaving with embroidery thread, this creates a firm selvedge, and sets the colour mood. Next add some bead loom weaving. Keep changing the weaving process, the bead types, weights and textures of fibres and threads. I also like to embellish some of the beady sections, or you can weave in some apertures. It really is an open invite to have a small scale creative party! Stack of Kerala Bangle To finish, weave into a bangle by finishing both sets of the warp threads through the weaving at the opposite end. For a more snug bracelet, end with a second selvedge, then finish the warp ends at each end. Create a sewn fabric clasp (snap fasteners are perfect) or a metal bracelet end, of the kind designed for ribbons. For a final flourish, add a beady edge, for me it tidies up the transitions between the techniques, and can be anything from a simple whip stitch with a bead on, to a netted edging.
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• Dalmatian jasper / aqua terra jasper / sodalite / unakite / rhodonite stone beads • Golden hematite beads • Stainless steel lobster clasp • Collar mounted on a resistant cabled wire • Size: 35 cm + 5 cm extension chain ♥ Necklace entirely handmade, delivered in its little pouch ♥ Manufacturing times: 3 to 5 days This choker necklace can also be made as a long necklace. To do this, simply select the extension package in the shop ⚠️ The photos and creations are the property of the Minora Atelier brand and are protected by copyright. Any use or reproduction is prohibited.
Besides being a source of entertainment, art can also be a powerful tool used by its creator to educate their audience. The topics vary, but today we’d like to introduce you to a Dutch artist, the author of an inspirational and thought-provoking comic series. Maaike Hartjes is the creator behind a series discussing important issues such as racism, climate change, and women’s and LGBTQIA+ rights. Additionally, in her work, the artist likes to showcase funny and relatable topics like relationships.
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Bead&Button 097 June 2010
Jade and Tigers Eye Mala Bracelet. Made with genuine jade and tigers eye. Brass hand made beads support women in Africa. Contains 27 beads so its a wrist mala! Stringed on our signature and exclusive thick hitec elastic. Made in the USA. Jade is said to bring harmony to the wearer and to attract prosperity and abundance. Tiger's Eye is a stone of protection. It enhances integrity, willpower, practicality and correct use of power. SIZING and MEASUREMENTS: Bead size: 8mm Size is based on wrist size: SMALL: 6.5 inches/ 16.5 cm MEDIUM: 7.25 inches/ 19 cm LARGE: 8 inches/ 20 cm
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Beautiful, stylish African bracelets handmade from glass by artisans in Ghana. They come in a variety of unique color combinations and patterns, the more you wear, the better. Sizes: Wide-1/2”W Each bracelet is one of a kind and fits wrist size 6-7. Available as a single bracelet (1 bracelet of selected color) or set of 3 ( 3 of the same color bracelets selected). Each bracelet is one-of-a-kind and may vary slightly but will be similar to the bracelets pictured. Multiple bracelets are pictured to show variation, however each bracelet is sold individually. //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Return to shop: Afrohemien.etsy.com Like and Follow Afrohemien for updates, sales, coupons and surprise giveaways!!! ***Instagram/Blog: instagram.com/Afrohemien ***Tumblr: Afrohemien.tumblr.com ***Facebook: www.facebook.com/Afrohemien ***Twitter: twitter.com/Afrohemien
Delicate rose gold (or choose a different metal color) and silk bracelet with the tiniest of tiny faceted rose gold beads gives the illusion of one continues bar of sparkly rose gold. Extremely feminine and perfect on it's own, easy to wear day or night Pretty tassel finish at the ends. Details: ✦ Tiny faceted pure silver beads / or gold and rose gold plated over pure silver✦ pure silver closure bead ✦Silk cord✦Adjustable
