How I Add the Extra UMPH to an Outfit! Beading Technique 1 (Technique 2 comes tomorrow!)

Good morning my silly lil guys,

I know when I first started I did not know what kind of thread I should use, the needle type, how to secure beads, etc. SO I hope this is helpful for anyone interested! This is the way I have been doing things or a variation of this depending on the application and bead size.

I personally like to use polyester thread OR cotton thread that has been treated with a wax called Hand Quilting Cotton Thread (the specific one I bought at Joann and using in this video). I specifically love the Gutermann brand because their thread quality is pretty great and that means they are less prone to breaking.

I usually use beading hand needles but in the video I make do with an embroidery needle. Honestly, as long as the needle is thin enough to go through the beads it should work. No need to be a stickler to all the rules.

With love,

Wendy 💕