| It has been said that Bead embroidery is by far one of | | | | Japanese seed and any other types, the list goes on |
| the most expressive forms of the beadwork field. It is | | | | and on and on. |
| like you are creating; much like painting, a scene and | | | | The use of an embroidery frame over that of an |
| you can express virtually any idea, thought, or scene in | | | | embroidery hoop is highly suggested. Using a hoop can |
| your artwork. The cloth of choice is usually Linen. Linen | | | | cause the fabric to be pulled a little too tightly. The use |
| works well and allows you to express yourself on a | | | | of water-soluble pens makes the patterns easier to |
| material that is not overly expensive. | | | | mark taking the factor of permanent marks that could |
| Bead Embroidery can be done in any of several sizes | | | | ruin beadwork completely out of the equation. |
| and colors. You are free to express your own sense | | | | Bead embroidery has become a sophisticated much |
| of individuality a bit more with bead embroidery than | | | | loved form of beadwork. It takes a high factor of |
| with some of the other types of embroidery. | | | | creativity to be good at this craft. Although it can take |
| When it comes to the actual beadwork, it is advised to | | | | time to master the techniques, Bead Embroidery can |
| use a size 12 needle specifically designed for beads. | | | | be very rewarding and worth your investment of time. |
| This is the general rule of thumb however if your | | | | There is too the factor of cost associated with bead |
| beads are extremely small you will need to use a | | | | embroidery. Although it is more expensive than some |
| smaller needle. | | | | of the different embroidery types available, once you |
| There is really no limit on the type of beads you can | | | | are a pro, you can sell your creations and make a |
| use for Bead Embroidery. Acceptable beads include | | | | decent amount of money doing so. |
| but are not limited to: beads, large beads, Delicacy, | | | | |