Description
The Group Correspondence Course, “Baby Steps Toward Master Craftsman in Beading,” was first written for the 2018-2021 EGA President Janet Noble to be a part of her Outreach Program.
There are five beading techniques that must be demonstrated to receive certificates in the Master Craftsman Program in Beading. The five techniques are Square Stitch, Herringbone Stitch, Even Count Peyote Stitch, Bead Embroidery, and Right-Angle Weave. This GCC includes very simplified lessons in the five techniques.
Three of the beaded pieces are typical tools for embroiderers. The pieces are a scissor fob (Herringbone Stitch), a scissor case (Square Stitch and Bead Embroidery), and a needle case (Peyote). The fourth piece is a beaded bangle bracelet (Right Angle Weave Stitch). A bracelet was chosen for the last piece because every beader should have at least one bracelet that the person beaded!
The student will be using size 110 Delica beads, sizes 150 and 110 seed beads, Cabochons, bicones, flat back sequins or Lochroses, and bugles. The student may select the color for each piece. There are also other items used in the project. They are a small chain, round decorative premade beads, three small stars, Ultrasuede, cotton fabric, Lacy’s Stiff Stuff, two-sided fusible adhesive, wooden needle case, and a round, plain bangle bracelet.
The lessons are just a starting point. It is hoped that these few lessons will inspire the beader to “dig deeper” into each technique.
Project: scissors fob, needle case, scissors case and bracelet made using the techniques: Square Stitch, Herringbone Stitch, Peyote Stitch, Bead Embroidery, and Right Angle Weave Stitch.
Sizes: Each piece varies.
Colors: Basically red, white, and blue and aqua (The student may change the colors.)
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner and above
Prerequisites: Some beading experience
Time: Six months (five lessons)
Fee per group: $200.00
Text: $35.00; 77 pages, including color photos and diagrams.
Supplies: Approximately $60.00; variety of seed and crystal beads, Cabochons, either Nymo thread or Fireline; beading needles; decorative beads, crimps, small chain, Ultrasuede, cotton fabric, Lacy’s Stiff Stuff, two-sided fusible adhesive, wooden needle case, round plain bangle bracelet
DMC #: #311. See the list of supplies needed.
Learn more about Baby Steps and teacher Gwen Nelson by clicking here.
Additional Notes:
Please visit the GCC: Lightning Rounds page to learn more about our Lightning Rounds before enrolling.
Lightning Round registration is a benefit of membership with EGA. Not a member? Simply register for this class and the membership will be automatically added to the cart for you.
Charges are higher for Canadian and International students to cover the additional shipping expenses.
There are no refunds for course or text fees so make your selection carefully.
