12 Feb 2007

The basic techniques widely used in bead making are quite easy and simple. Let us start with the first and foremost technique. 

Pre-strung beads: Any type of beads can be pre-strung. Simply thread a needle and pass it through the beads. 

	Short Fringe  Step 1. : Thread a needle in the fabric.  Step 2. : Insert small glass beads in to the thread.  Step 3. : Finish it by adding a drop bead at the end.  Step 4. : Remember, the fringe should not be much longer or much  Shorter.  (Maximum of 10 beads can be inserted to make short fringe).
	Long Fringe:  Step 1.: Thread a needle in the fabric.  Step 2. : Insert small glass beads in to the thread.  Step 3. : Finish it by adding a drop bead at the end.  Step 4. : Remember, the fringe should not be much shorter.  (Minimum of 12 beads and maximum of 20 beads can be inserted to make long fringe).
	Pointed Fringe  Step 1.: Thread a needle in the fabric.  Step 2. : Insert two small size bugle beads in to the thread.  Step 3. : Stitch the thread in the fabric or make a knot in the fabric.  Step 4. : Continue the process for the whole side.  Step 5. : Remember, the stitch should be closer so that you will get pointed appearance.
	Scallop Fringe:  Step 1. : Thread a needle in the fabric.  Step 2. : Insert small glass beads or sequins in to the thread.  Step 3. : Stitch the thread in the fabric or make a knot in the fabric.  Step 4. : Continue the process for the whole side.  Step 4. : Remember, the stitch should be father apart not closer to get scallop like appearance.
	Drop Fringe  Step 1.: Thread a needle in the fabric.  Step 2. : Insert a drop bead or a metal bead in to the thread.  Step 3. : Stitch the thread in the fabric or make a knot in the fabric.  Step 4. : Continue the process for the whole side of the fabric.

To be continued>>>>

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