Hi everyone,
Announcement for this week's meeting,
May 2017 BSCC Class: Bead Crochet-Circular
Just to remind you. Back in March we very successfully completed our class in single bead crochet, also known as Bohemian Crochet. This month we are taking our crochet skills a little further…..
WAIT, DON’T PANIC!!!!!
You can do this. We are going to go step by step and we WILL do this. And you will be sooo proud of yourself!
So, this is how we are going to attack it:
If you are new to circular crochet ( as most of us are) we are going to use larger thread and 6o beads. While most circular bead crochet is done with 8o or smaller, or combinations ( advanced) size 6os are good for a chunkier bracelet or a thicker rope. We also are going to have some “nubs” started that you can work from. These nubs are several rows of completed bead crochet rounds for practice or to attach your own thread and beads to.
At this point though, let’s just try to get the concept down first. So you will not need a lot of 6o beads and you will be using knit crosheen (aka: bedspread cotton like your grandmother used). Color is not important for this, and I have plenty to share if you don’t. Don’t be surprised if you really get attached to this technique-it does have its advantages.
SUPPLY LIST:
Size 6o beads in 3 colors, all distinct from each other ie; red, white, blue-at least ½ of a 9-10 gram tube of each. Try to get them as close in size and shape as you can as 6os vary greatly by company and even in same company.
Another note, there are size 6o seed beads and also E-beads, which have a little different shape. You can pick either-just be consistent.
Metal crochet hook. Size 6, 7, and/or 8. (Larger number is a smaller size). What you used in March with the C-lon .will probably work.
Big eye type needle to thread beads on with.
Thread: Knit Crosheen or comparable thread for use with your hook.
Supply List for advanced beaders:
Size 8o (or smaller if you really want to show off)
C-lon 135 or your preferred choice
Hook to match your thread.
Big eye type needle
There are several videos out there that are quite good. Ann Benson of course has one, plus I have her deluxe version which I hope to have to play at the meeting. Julie Gammon found an excellent one that is very concise in showing how to start the first round which is usually a troublesome spot. You will be amazed at how it becomes familiar once you get past the first few rounds (much like any other beading technique).
Mastering the Beaded Rope with Ann Benson
Beach Crochet Tutorial
Announcement for this week's meeting,
May 2017 BSCC Class: Bead Crochet-Circular
Just to remind you. Back in March we very successfully completed our class in single bead crochet, also known as Bohemian Crochet. This month we are taking our crochet skills a little further…..
WAIT, DON’T PANIC!!!!!
You can do this. We are going to go step by step and we WILL do this. And you will be sooo proud of yourself!
So, this is how we are going to attack it:
If you are new to circular crochet ( as most of us are) we are going to use larger thread and 6o beads. While most circular bead crochet is done with 8o or smaller, or combinations ( advanced) size 6os are good for a chunkier bracelet or a thicker rope. We also are going to have some “nubs” started that you can work from. These nubs are several rows of completed bead crochet rounds for practice or to attach your own thread and beads to.
At this point though, let’s just try to get the concept down first. So you will not need a lot of 6o beads and you will be using knit crosheen (aka: bedspread cotton like your grandmother used). Color is not important for this, and I have plenty to share if you don’t. Don’t be surprised if you really get attached to this technique-it does have its advantages.
SUPPLY LIST:
Size 6o beads in 3 colors, all distinct from each other ie; red, white, blue-at least ½ of a 9-10 gram tube of each. Try to get them as close in size and shape as you can as 6os vary greatly by company and even in same company.
Another note, there are size 6o seed beads and also E-beads, which have a little different shape. You can pick either-just be consistent.
Metal crochet hook. Size 6, 7, and/or 8. (Larger number is a smaller size). What you used in March with the C-lon .will probably work.
Big eye type needle to thread beads on with.
Thread: Knit Crosheen or comparable thread for use with your hook.
Supply List for advanced beaders:
Size 8o (or smaller if you really want to show off)
C-lon 135 or your preferred choice
Hook to match your thread.
Big eye type needle
There are several videos out there that are quite good. Ann Benson of course has one, plus I have her deluxe version which I hope to have to play at the meeting. Julie Gammon found an excellent one that is very concise in showing how to start the first round which is usually a troublesome spot. You will be amazed at how it becomes familiar once you get past the first few rounds (much like any other beading technique).
Mastering the Beaded Rope with Ann Benson
Beach Crochet Tutorial
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