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The Top 5 Ways To Conquer New Beading Techniques

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Do you want to learn new beading techniques? Here are five simple tips for learning how to make jewelry using bead stitching, whether it's Peyote Stitch or Right Angle Weave. #beading #tbcl

Do you want to learn new beading techniques? Here are five simple tips you need to know that will help you master bead stitching in no time.

Do you want to learn new beading techniques? Here are five simple tips for learning how to make jewelry using bead stitching, whether it's Peyote Stitch or Right Angle Weave. #beading #tbcl

The struggle is real.

Whether you’re brand new to bead weaving or you simply want to try something you’ve never done before, learning new beading techniques can sometimes be a challenge.

It can be intimidating because the patterns look so complex or you give it a go but you can’t quite seem to grasp the instructions… Whatever the reason, I’m here to help.

Let’s talk about the best ways to conquer new bead stitches without wanting to pull your hair out.

How To Learn Beading Techniques The Easy Way

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1. Start with the Basics

Cast your mind back to school days. You started out with the easy stuff first, right? Then, as you got older, you learned more complicated topics based on things you were taught previously. Well, it’s important to approach bead weaving in the same way.

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Some stitches have several variations. For example, if you try peyote stitch beading techniques, there are more than ten variations to learn!

Master the basic techniques before moving on to complex variations. If you do this, you’ll find it so much easier to complete more challenging projects.

2. Find The Right Format

Do you prefer to read and try something yourself or do you like being shown exactly what to do?

There’s no right or wrong answer. Everyone has their own preferences and learn better using different methods. The essential point is to know how you learn best and then stick to that.

If you love seeing step-by-step what you should be doing, video is probably your best bet. You can follow along as the instructor guides you through a pattern.

You might also do just fine following PDF patterns with photos and/or diagrams. I know lots of beaders like that written tutorials allow them to print and work away from their computer or other devices.

Try both and see which one you respond to best.

Check out Etsy for some amazing pattern choices.

3. Skill Level Is Critical

Going back to my point about learning the basics first, it’s a good idea to pay attention to the skill level that a pattern requires.

Even if you can see and follow along with a video, you could still struggle to complete a pattern if you haven’t mastered the foundation of a stitch.

Many pattern creators indicate the skill level required for a particular tutorial. Check that out before you attempt a project. This can save you a lot of stress later.

Join a Facebook group or local one to get help with beading.

4. Find Your Tribe

Being part of a group of your peers — people who are passionate about bead weaving and excited to share knowledge and answer questions — can be an amazing asset.

It’s nice to have access to others where you can get feedback and have your questions answered when you’re confused. Seeing what other people are up to can also spur you on to trying new things. When you see that someone else has done it, you think to yourself, “If they can do it, so can I!”.

Find a beading community either locally or online where you can grow alongside others. There are plenty of Facebook groups available. Just do a search and request to join one or more.

5. Get A Guide

Following the advice of too many people can result in you being confused because everyone has a different way of doing things.

If you’re just starting out with a new beading technique, find one source of learning it, if you can. That way, you’ll just be influenced by one person instead of many and you can shut out all the noise.

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  1. Carol Flansburg says

    15th April 2022 at 3:50 pm

    I love doing beadwork. I’ve done it since 11 yrs. old. It relaxes me. I would like to learn more. I’m at an intermediate level . Thank you for letting me join this group and let’s bead on!!!!!

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