French beaded small sunflowers part I

by BeadFloraStudio // April 14, 2020 // 1 Comment

In this 3 part series, I will be showing you how to make these small French beaded sunflowers. In the first video, I will go over the design process along with showing you the different techniques that can be used... Continue reading →

French beaded rose brooch pin – video

by BeadFloraStudio // April 7, 2020 // No Comments

I introduced some very exciting projects and techniques in my book, “Bead Flora: the Revival of French beaded flowers.” One of the projects is this beaded rose brooch. I use continuous techniques so that the whole flower is made on... Continue reading →

how to string beads on wire

by BeadFloraStudio // March 31, 2020 // No Comments

I made a video on how to string beads on wire many years ago. I made an updated video with with more tips on how to string beads onto wire and a bonus idea. I also partnered with Lauren Harpster... Continue reading →

What wires to use for making French beaded flowers

by BeadFloraStudio // March 25, 2020 // No Comments

One of the common questions I get is what wire to use for making French beaded flowers. I recommend using copper-core wire. Most petals and leaves are made with 24 g wire. So when you are ordering wires, this is... Continue reading →

Lace-as-you-go method

by BeadFloraStudio // March 18, 2020 // No Comments

I’ve posted before on all of the lacing methods. And one of the things I keep hearing over and over is how some people have problems lacing petals the traditional way.  Some people just can’t seem to do it. They... Continue reading →

Bead & Button intro to French beaded flower class

by BeadFloraStudio // January 7, 2020 // No Comments

Hello friends! Oh did I tell you? I’ll be back at the Bead & Button show this year. I’m so happy they brought me back. As a new instructor, I was pretty nervous. Sign up begins today! B200377 Instructor: Fen Li... Continue reading →

Black Friday sale

by BeadFloraStudio // November 29, 2019 // No Comments

Black Friday/Small Saturday sale Updated: Due to Amazon not updating the price in time, I will offer the book for 19.99 on my website! No coupon code needed. Get my book <<HERE>> As a bonus from buying directly from me, you... Continue reading →

replay of presentation of French beaded flowers at Loose Bead Society

by BeadFloraStudio // November 18, 2019 // No Comments

I mentioned awhile back that I did a presentation at the Loose Bead Society on August 19th at the New Berlin Public Library. There were some technical difficulties with their computer and projector so the slides didn’t show as they... Continue reading →

Poinsettia Brooch/Pendant

by BeadFloraStudio // November 13, 2019 // No Comments

This poinsettia brooch was supposed to be a project in my book. But because my project photographer did another project first, I had to do a switcharoo at the last minute. And there is no better time to release a... Continue reading →

French beaded fantasy flower hair pin/brooch Updated

by BeadFloraStudio // November 1, 2019 // No Comments

This fantasy flower hair clip/brooch was a project I shared back in Feb 2016 on my youtube channel. I changed the pattern slightly so that it is easier for beginners. The original pattern did not have a pdf. There is... Continue reading →