Moniks, Task 7

 Hi Kathy,

this is definitely not a heavily encrusted cuff, although I had the best intentions when I started.

It took me quite a long time to look through all my stuff to see what I could possibly use. I used sequins and other beads to fill in empty spaces. But I had to take them all out again  as I didn´t like this kind of overloaded look. I also had a beaded edge, but took it out again,. It simply was too much .  I felt I had to keep this cuff simple as the beaded cabochon was already (in my eyes) a bit too striking.

As it looks now I like it very much and will wear it tonight when we are going out for dinner.

Thanks for all your work, patience and inspiration. I am so happy that I found you.

Monika

Kylea - tasks 4 & 5

 

  

Expect I will use it as trim one day.

I thought using even-weave fabric would help - even if it might be a bit of a cheat. 

Brick-stitch orange shirt. Couldn't get another pass through beads to hide my thread tail. Will switch up a needle size for the next time.

Monika, Task 6 B

 I chose the letter "I" to be able to turn the project into something I would be able to wear. The "I" could be considered a letter or go through

as a simple ornament. So there is another cuff/textile bracelet and I think it looks quite nice.

Thank for you showing us how to make sequin flowers and padded beadwork.

Monika

Tesha - Task 6b, Padded Beaded Monogram

 WOW!!! This project took a long time to stitch... I figure I spent 12-15 hours working on this monogram, and about half of that time was prior to any actual beading!  I think the time was worth it because the monogram turned out GREAT.  :)

I chose the letter "K" as a gift for my niece, and used opaque white Czech beads size 11.  

Below is the outline of my monogram:

Below is the padded monogram:

Below is the final completely beaded monogram!

I didn't have any sequins that were small enough (or matched the blue/white color scheme) so I used a flower shaped button instead.    

I never would have tried this project if I hadn't had the encouragement from this course, but I am glad I learned how to do beading with padding.  I can see using the padded beading in other projects, like a beaded turtle shell, or the round red tummy of a robin.  

Thank you Kathy, for another fabulous learning experience...

Tesha 

 

Monika, Task 6 A

 Hi Kathy,

I´m glad I managed to  finish this first part. Next week I will have a few days off  and I am looking forward to spend more

time with beads and embroidery.

I hope you are well or at least are getting better.

Monika

Task 6B

 

Task 6A

 

Task 5