Beginner Bead Embroidery
Schedule
Sun Mar 15 2026 at 01:00 pm to 03:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
126 W Lincoln Ave, Belvidere, IL, United States, Illinois 61008 | Belvidere, IL
What You Will Learn
• Essential Materials: Understanding bead types (seed beads, bugles), needles, thread, and stiff foundation materials.
• Basic Stitches: Master the fundamental stitches, including the backstitch (for securing beads in lines), couching (for intricate detailing), and stacking (for dimensional depth).
• Designing & Layout: Tips for transferring patterns onto fabric and choosing color palettes.
• Finishing Techniques: How to securely fasten your work, hide knots, and create a professional-looking beaded edge.
Materials to Bring to Class: (To save money, It is highly recommended that you go to a thrift store and strip a beaded garment or item)
• Seed beads
• Bugle beads
• Sequins,
• Sew-on rhinestones,
• White and black chalk or colored pencils
• Beading and/or hand sewing needles,
• Sewing thread,
• Embroidery floss (provided by instructor)
• Embroidery hoop,
• A 3" C clamp (2 if bringing an embroidery hoop larger than a 6" diameter).
• Cotton fabric
• Felt
For all classes and events, tickets must be purchased through our website and can be found using the link provided below.
https://the815artisancollective.com/calendar/
Where is it happening?
126 W Lincoln Ave, Belvidere, IL, United States, Illinois 61008Event Location & Nearby Stays:

















