Bead Embroidery
Often one finds beautiful tiny beads in aesthetically done patterns on clothes and household items. Charming as they look they hold a special place in the world of embroidery. Today, Bead Embroidery is classified as a decorative art. It appears in several interesting hues and tonal shades. Done by professionals it brings an artistic look to any item. It is one such component of needlework is very easy and also brings out marvelous results. Even though it looks easy, it is difficult to get patterns in Bead Embroidery. Beadwork is very communicative and satisfying. It is an evolving art which needs a lot of understanding of color and symmetry.
Professionals in the field feel that it is the easiest way to perform needlework on any fabrics. It is usually done with common stitches like chain stitch, backstitch, couching. Beads of different colors and shapes are used for embroidery and secured properly into the cloth. Beading makes the fabric lively, adds texture and highlights the design. One can use disappearing marking for drawing a design for beading. Numerous designs are available on iron transfer paper. Seed beads for embroidery, combining beads of different sizes and colors are in vogue.
The technique can be designed to make themes that involve folktales, apart from the normal floral, paisley and animal themes. Beads are made of glass, ceramic, plastic, or even wood in different sizes. The entire work can be customized for an apparel design. It forms the most wonderful adornment to any embroidery.