This is going to be more detailed than first planned. I resisted using anything smaller than 11’s until I got to the blade. It just needed more detail, so I dug out these tiny bugles…not sure of their size. Pic has a few 11’s for comparison. Guess I will be getting out the 18’s andContinue reading “Kachina update”
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“Kachina” my new bead project
I am beginning a new bead embroidered piece. He is a 10″ tall Kachina Doll. I will make posts as the work progresses. Feel free to ask questions, if you have any.
The MASK is finished!
I think I really like this one. I usually work in earth tones, but this project needed bright, happy beads. What do you think? Here is my backyard snowshoe hare. Thanks for looking, have a great week-end!
The Mask, so far…
This is turning out ok. So far I am happy with it. Still trying to figure out how I will get the bridge of the nose done?
The Mask
I have started beading a mask ! Not sure where I am going with this, but it should be interesting. I will keep posting my progress.
Finished beading Tulip
Now on to my next project. almost done added a fallen petal now I need to decide on using a frame or a hanging dowel.?
Accent beads added to Tulip
I worked for 2 hours with tiny size 22 French seed beads to outline the petals, only to remove those beads and go search the bead stash for something better! I laid out 4 or 5 colors of 22s and a few 15s. Decided on the 15s in an AB finish. I think I willContinue reading “Accent beads added to Tulip”
Not happy.
I am going to go back over the outline with some bronze beads. Tiny little 22’s to give the petals more definition. The stem is working out ok.I am happy with my real flowers tho.
Starting to take shape.
A little more progress made today. Beading on leather is hard on the hands!
Tulip Progress
Little bit of beading today. The Red makes me happy. It is another warm and sunny day here in North Pole, Alaska.
New Bead Piece Started
This is going to be a framed piece. Lots of beads to make a Tulip! Feeling like Spring. I will post as it progresses.
“NEFERTARI”
WIP is now complete!! I found a great name, thanks to some ideas from readers. Nefertari – Most Beautiful -Egyptian This has been a fun project, thanks for following along. I already have the next project ready to start. I will begin gathering beads and trinkets tonight. The planContinue reading ““NEFERTARI””
Bead Art by Deb McQueen 