How Do You Make A Beaded Chain Stitch?
Just as embroidery has been around throughout history, so too has beaded embroidery. While there is not much instruction on this old form of art, it is quickly becoming popular again. While the new pioneers are struggling to comprehend how the ancient Romans, Greeks and Native Americans proceeded, the new generation of artisans are making life simple by converting the regular embroidery stitches to beaded stitches. Here’s just one to add to your bead embroidery sampler. There are two ways of performing this stitch. For this one, you will be using 15 beads. Each chain is worked into the next and the first is anchored by the second. To start, thread your needle and place the fabric in the embroidery hoop, keeping it tight, but not stretched out. If you are using Aida or embroidery fabric, please note that the fabric is patterned with small holes. These can be used to assist you in counting and creating your stitches Bring your needle up through the back of the fabric (A), leaving about 2
