The past few days I have been teaching myself Herringbone or Ndebele stitch as it is also known. This is a stitch I have wanted to learn for many years now but have always been fearful of.
I used a variety of instructions but really could not figure this stitch out until I found this great video tutorial at Beads East and then it all made sense. If you haven't tried Herringbone and would like to or have trouble picking up this stitch I highly recommend taking a look at this tutorial.
So here is the piece I have been working on.
A gorgeous lampwork cabochon that I stitched up a while ago and two pieces of herringbone. I started the longer piece first and then decided that the ''stripes'' didn't really go with the cab so I created a little bead soup and have now started stitching with the mix.
Which do you think looks the nicest?
This morning as I was taking my pieces outside to photograph I dropped the cabochon...eek!
Thankfully the glass cab didn't break but one of the delica beads in the top bezel row did which has now caused a bit of a problem with that row of beads ...as you may be able to see (the exposed thread on the bottom left hand corner of the cab) in the photo above.
I am now going to have to remove the entire row and restitch it which may be difficult as I have already backed the piece with ultrasuede.
I suppose I could always add another layer of suede once I have added the row?
8 comments:
You have done great job learning the technique so quick!
So sorry for the broken beads! It has happened to me once, but then I was trying to stuff a needle through size 15/0 beads for the third time. :) Not a good idea. :))
Can't wait to see the finished piece! ;)
Have a nice weekend!
xo,
Jana
its looking great! I have instructions how to replace a broken bead without restarting. The book is about beaded boxes, may not work on apiece like this, but if you would like it throw me a pm and i'll explain it. it's quite simple.
Could you try to simply add a bead where that one broke? Also, what if you tried doing vertical stripes that ran the length of the necklace. Those might mimic the stripes of the cab better. In each branch, you'll just add a different colored bead so that you stack the same color along the length of the necklace and not the width.
Oh my goodness, I am in love! I love what you have done, the colors are so yummy! I wish I could help you but I know nada about stitching seed beads. I just love looking at all you wonderful artists who do! That cab is just gorgeous!
Have a great weekend!
Beth
I love the mix! The colors are perfect for the cab! And good for you for learning this!
Thank you for your sweet comments about my sunfower. Which pattern are you wanting? I have so many items listed if you will right click on the pic and send it to me I can answer your question. You sound like you have the bead bug too. It is ever growing and so relaxing. Stop by anytime and I will look forward to hearing from you about the pattern. Be sure to reference my blog or I will not get your email...
Happy Beading!
Sharon
As far as the broken beads I had that same thing happen to me with my grandmothers antique button embroidery. I was sick but last week I decided that I could try to cover it up. I wove a thread securely then added the first missing row then stepped up and wove back the other direction to add the final bead and added one row of 15's. Perfect! I can nto even see where I repaired it and I didn' have to take out anything. Be sure to use a thin thread and a size 13 needle or you might break other beads. Go slow and be patient. It is NOT lost. You can do it! What would you loose to give it a try....good luck
Thanks for the tips on fixing my little problem everyone. I think I will focus on completing the Herringbone rope and then tackle the broken bead issue.
I have been amazed at how easy this stitch is now I know what I am doing. It just goes to show that easy-to-follow instructions are the key to success. I think if I hadn't found the video tutorial I followed I might have given up. Glad I persisted as I think this will be a stitch I will be using often!
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