Fundamentals of French beading for beginners

by BeadFloraStudio // March 2, 2021 // Comments off

So you just discovered French beaded flowers and you’re overwhelmed with where to start. I’m going to lay it all out in today’s video so that you have the foundational knowledge of what tools and materials you need, some common... Continue reading →

Technique project #1 – Introduction to French beading (Spring Blossoms)

by BeadFloraStudio // June 23, 2020 // Comments off

Starting today, I will be releasing a series of patterns/videos from my book. I hear over and over from people that would love to start making beaded flowers but are intimidated to start without being in a classroom with a... Continue reading →

Top Beginner Essentials for making French beaded flowers

by BeadFloraStudio // May 19, 2020 // Comments off

Top Beginner Essentials for making French beaded flowers As a beginner, what do you need for making French beaded flowers? This is a question that asked over and over by beginners. Like anything, it’s tempting to get EVERYTHING. In the... Continue reading →

French beaded small sunflowers part 4

by BeadFloraStudio // May 5, 2020 // Comments off

We are finally at the final part here! Here’s a review of what we did this past few weeks. Part 1: The design process Part 2: Petals Part 3: Sepals and in today’s final lesson, Part 4: The centers, leaves,... Continue reading →

French beaded small sunflowers part 3

by BeadFloraStudio // April 28, 2020 // Comments off

Learn how to make French beaded small sunflowers with designer and author Fen Li of Bead Flora Studio Continue reading →

French beaded small sunflowers part 2

by BeadFloraStudio // April 21, 2020 // Comments off

How to make french beaded small sunflowers with designer and author Fen Li. Continue reading →

Bead & Button show 2019 update/pink magnolia pattern debut

by BeadFloraStudio // June 14, 2019 // Comments off

My first teaching gig at the Bead & Button show 2019 is over and what an amazing time it was! I taught three classes from projects that are in my book. One of my beading idols, Carol Benner, author of... Continue reading →

French beaded crocus pattern and free admission to Bead & Button show 2019

by BeadFloraStudio // May 9, 2019 // Comments off

Whow… where did the time go? It’s only been a few short months since my book was launched and I’ve been running around like mad. Note to self, do not launch a book in Winter during cold and flu season... Continue reading →