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 →

Beginner tips on how to be more successful at making French beaded flowers

by BeadFloraStudio // June 16, 2020 // Comments off

Beginner tips on how to be more successful at making French beaded flowers So you’ve decided that you are finally taking the plunge to make French beaded flowers! And you’ve watched my videos on what beads and wire to use... Continue reading →

French beaded eucalyptus pattern plus lacing tip

by BeadFloraStudio // May 26, 2020 // Comments off

Do you make French beaded flowers but find that you need some fillers for your beaded flower arrangements? Today, I will show you my beaded eucalyptus pattern. For the free French beaded eucalyptus pattern and instructions, watch the video: I’ve... Continue reading →

French beaded rose brooch pin – video

by BeadFloraStudio // April 7, 2020 // Comments off

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 →

What wires to use for making French beaded flowers

by BeadFloraStudio // March 25, 2020 // Comments off

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 // Comments off

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 →