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by beading on needlepoint canvas

Beadpoint is needlepoint with beads. In beadpoint, the thread serves only to hold the bead to the canvas, whereas
in needlepoint, the thread itself comprises the visible stitch. The beadpoint thread will run perpendicular to the bead.
The tilt of the stitching diagrams below is similar to the tilt of the canvas if you hold it in your left hand and stitch with
your right hand. For left-handed stitchers, the position would be mirrored. The numbers show the precise location where
the needle should be inserted into the canvas hole. Bring the needle from the back of the canvas
to the front at odd numbers and from the front of the canvas to the back at even numbers. Use a doubled 24” strand of ordinary
sewing thread in a neutral color (it will not show), and #10 or 11 “between” needles. Tape the edges of the canvas with masking
tape and round the corners as shown here to prevent tangling and fraying. Secure threads by holding one inch on the back of
the canvas and catching the thread end in the first few stitches; end a thread by running it under stitches on the back of the
canvas, one or more times until secure. Your starting point should allow an unstitched canvas margin of about 1”.

Matching seed beads to the appropriate canvas Finishing beadpoint items


11o seed beads can be used with #14 interlock canvas (the threads are woven Straighten the canvas if the stitching has produced
together so they don’t move from their relative positions). This combination distortion. The alternate long-short backstitch
produces a strong, relatively stiff result that is appropriate for belts, purses, method shown in photo A will minimize distortion.
eyeglass cases and other end uses that require strength. If the piece is small or the distortion mild, place
the piece beads-down on an ironing board and
Delica beads can be used with #16 duo canvas (doubled threads are woven infuse the back-threads with steam from an iron
loosely and will move when completed, but remain stable during stitching be- or steamer. Pull gently until the piece is squared
cause of the starched finish). This combination is excellent for use in garments to itself; allow it to cool completely before handling
(collars, cuffs, inserts) because the resulting beadwork has a soft hand that further. For more severe distortion, wet the entire
moves with the garment. piece, then towel off the excess moisture. Stretch
the piece until it is square to itself, then secure it to
15o seed beads can be used with #18 interlock canvas (the threads are woven a clean, unfinished wood surface with non-rusting
together so they don’t move from their relative positions). This combination gives fasteners such as staples or push-pins (B). Allow
the best design detail and can be used for intricate pictorial designs. Excellent to dry; remove fasteners carefully.
for use in small pieces such as jewelry items and holiday ornaments.
Framing is a wonderful way to display beadpoint;
FIRST ROW: Bring the needle up cover glass should not be used. The frame open-
SECOND ROW: Bring the needle up at 9 in ing should be precisely the same size as the bead-
at 1 and then reinsert it through position to begin the second row. Follow the
the hole at 2. You will then pass numbers in order until the second row is point; mount the stitched piece on cardboard for
it under two canvas threads to complete (16). The thread on the back of the stability. Before mounting, trim the excess canvas
put it in position at 3, where canvas of row 2 will remind the needlepoint- to about .75” (1.9cm).
it is brought up from front er of “half cross” stitch. Row 3 will begin at
to back again. Follow the number 17 on the next diagram. All rows Backing and lining may be required, depending
numbers in order until hereafter will alternate “long backstitch” on the end use. After correcting the distortion, the
the first row is complete (continental) and “short backstitch” (half
(8). The threads on the excess canvas should be trimmed off. A good rule
cross) to minimize canvas distortion. of thumb is to leave five or six rows of canvas, or
back of the canvas will See photo (A) for an example of how
be like needlepoint the back of the canvas should look eight if the piece will be subjected to wear. Corners
continental stitch. after several rows. should be notched as shown in (C); curves should
be notched as shown in (D). If you are using a
woven fabric, use your trimmed, notched piece as
The back of your canvas should a template to cut it. Press the trimmed, notched
THIRD ROW: Bring the needle up at 17 look similar to the photo A. Rows edges of the beaded piece and the lining toward
in position to begin the third row. Follow of long backstitch and short
backstitch should alternate the back and secure them with slip-stitches (E).
the numbers in order until the third row is Sew the lining to the beaded piece so very little
complete (24). The pattern of stitching on
row 4 and all even numbered rows will A of the canvas shows on the back and edges, then
be the same as for row 2. The pattern construct your piece according to its end use. Non-
of stitching on row 5 and all odd woven backing such as felt, ultrasuede or light-
numbered rows will be the same as weight leather can be fitted after the raw edges of
for row 1. the beadwork are pressed and slip-stitched. You
can secure the non-woven to the threaded back
of the beadwork with slip-stitches or glue. Photo
(F) shows the corner of a squared piece with felt
backing glued in place.

B E

D F
C

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