Monday, March 29, 2010

Ta Da!!

It's done.  My very first ever bead embroidered cuff is complete.  In my previous post, I outlined my approach to it's creation.  The final steps after finishing the beadwork were to glue the beaded portion to the metal cuff and then to stitch a bead edging around the entire cuff.  I learned that next time I need to add just a tad more to the length of the bead backing.  I really had to stretch the beadwork to meet the edge of the ultrasuede on the ends.  I also learned that I really enjoyed doing this kind of work and I've got some ideas floating around in my head for the next endeavor.

10 comments:

Foxan said...

Great Cuff! Not gaudy at all, it is BEAUTIFUL!

jodi said...

Incredible. You did a great job.

Marsha Wiest-Hines said...

I love it! I hope you'll do more of these beauties!

roseworksjewelry said...

It's gorgeous! Good job :)

Karen Gill said...

It's lovely! I would never know it's your first one...great job!!

Dawn N said...

Wow! I can't believe this is your first embroidered cuff. It turned out great.

Unknown said...

that's incredible!!! I can't believe it's your first!!! wow!!! I love the colours and design! beautiful!!!

WTF Store said...

A very impressive first attempt! The color combination is gorgeous, and the beadwork is lovely. Congrats!

Marlaine said...

That bracelet is stunning! Love the colours!

Unknown said...

Stunning! These are addictive, I did my first one this year as well and can't wait to do another! You did a fabulous job.