"Spiralmania!"
~The first of the "In Stitches" series!

 

 

For our June general membership meeting - we are very happy to bring you the first of our hands-on beading series entitled:

"Spiralmania!" 

Here is the list of supplies, and who will be teaching.

 

Carole Lepage, Becki Lott, Roxanne Ballantini, Beth Craver, Dannie Narwich,  Susan Koye, Ronnie Liebert, Wendy Cherkass, and Kim Girard will be teaching spiral variations along with basic spiral. Prior to breaking out into groups, our very own Jeri Schatz will talk about "tying one on" - {actually, it will be all about how to make sure our work does not fall apart once it's completed. }

And, if the main room is too hot - we will move into air conditioned rooms to have our beading fun!


Supply list:  Russian Spiral

Beads: 1 tube 11/0 seed beads
           1 tube 8/0 seed beads in a contrasting color
Thread:  Nymo D, C-Lon, or Fireline (6lb) beading thread to match 8/0 beads.
Needles:  Size 10 or 12 beading needle
Thread Heaven or Beeswax thread conditioner
Work Mat
Scissors
Optional: Work Light, Reading glasses or magnifier - if you need one!

Supply List:  Basic Spiral

Beads: Size 8 seed beads in two contrasting colors
Thread:  Nymo size (D) or Silamide in a matching color. You may also use Fireline.
Thread conditioner or beeswax.
Needle: Size 10 or 12. Bring 2 or 3 needles. 
Scissors
Embellishments: 4 mm and 6 mm Czech glass beads.
Clasp
Bead Mat
Optional: Work light and extension cord, Optivisor or magnifying glasses.

A little advice to new bead weavers: If you have never worked with seed beads before, it may be helpful to start with size 6 seed beads in two contrasting colors. We can practice with the larger size seed beads until you get the hang of the stitch.

Don't forget to visit your participating local bead stores for supplies!