Bead Embroidery Stitch Samples

More and more sewists and quilters are adding embroidered details to their work. While there are a bevy of stitch dictionaries currently available, Bead Embroidery Stitch Samples goes beyond basic and traditional embroidery stitches to incorporate beads, allowing readers to create delicate and striking trims and embellishments.

Stitch patterns range from elegantly simple single motifs, to complex all over patterns to three-dimensional designs. Along with step-by-step instructions are numerous examples of how to use and place the motifs on hems, pockets, cuffs, collars and handbags; or as home decor trim on pillows, curtains, or lampshades. Patterns emphasize beaded edgings and trims, as opposed to heavy, solid beaded fabric motifs found in other beaded embroidery books.

Using nothing more than embroidery threads and simple beads, Bead Embroidery Stitch Samples offers beginner and advanced embroidery enthusiasts alike new ways to set their work apart.

A collection of 130 embroidery stitches using beads, for use as trims and embellishments on a variety of sewn projects.

Basic LessonsMaterials and Tools
Basics of Embroidery
Tools
Let's Start our Bead Embroidery Stitches
Running Stitches

Lesson 1
Straight Stitches
Back/Pekinese Stitches
Outline/Holbein Stitches
Blanket/Buttonhole Stitches

Lesson 2
Lazy Daisy Stitches
Chain Stitches
Cross Stitches
Chevron/Herringbone Stitches
Fern/Fly Stitches
Couching Stitches
Open Cretan Stitches
Zigzag Stitches
Feather Stitches

Lesson 3
Lace Motifs
Edging Stitches
Filling Stitches
One Point Motif

Design Chart
Alphabet A to Z
Nordic Motifs

Lesson Notes
How to Stitch with Beads
Recommended Combinations of Needles, Threads, and Beads