The Selvage Method of Finishing Loom Beadwork
- Selvage Finish Materials Lisa Yang ...
- Begin to Weave the Selvage Lisa Yang ...
- Complete the First Selvage Lisa Yang ...
- Weave the Second Selvage Lisa Yang ...
- Apply Glue or Resin to Both Selvages Lisa Yang ...
- Cut the Beadwork off of the Loom Lisa Yang ...
- Glue the Clamp Ends to the Selvages Lisa Yang ...
- Adding Ribbon Clamp Ends Lisa Yang ...
How to relax a nymo loom?
How to make a picot bracelet?
What if you accidentally knotted the weft thread and chopped it off?
How much thread should I leave on a clasp?
How to tie warp threads together?
Do you knot a cuff before you remove it from the loom?
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How do you end a beading loom bracelet?
1:2812:33How to Finish Off Traditional Loom Work and Add a Slider ClaspYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSo you're going to take the end to threads and you're going to tie them together in a knot. So we'reMoreSo you're going to take the end to threads and you're going to tie them together in a knot. So we're just going to do a simple overhand knot to begin with and pull it down to the bead.
How do you end a beading project?
16:5818:50Learn how to finish your beading projects 4 different ways! - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAnd I usually just bend it right over my round nose pliers and then I use my fingers to bend aroundMoreAnd I usually just bend it right over my round nose pliers and then I use my fingers to bend around that way. And I like to switch it so I can see what I'm doing better there you go and then wrap.
How do you finish beaded jewelry?
0:402:15Crimping - How to Crimp and Finish Jewelry - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipTake a hold of the crimp bead. And squish it flat a nice big squeeze will do. Then take your wireMoreTake a hold of the crimp bead. And squish it flat a nice big squeeze will do. Then take your wire cutters. And cut off the tail.
How do you end a seed bead bracelet?
0:341:56Finishing Your Seed Bead Bracelet: Finishing with A Ribbon End CrimpYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipI'm going to use a little bit of e6000. It's a great gap-filling glue. I'll squish a little bit intoMoreI'm going to use a little bit of e6000. It's a great gap-filling glue. I'll squish a little bit into my clasp. Slide it over the end of this. Project just like that. And then using my pliers.
How do you finish the ends of a string of beads?
Tie one knot to secure the beads in place. Tie this knot as close to the end of the beading as possible to keep the beads from sliding around on the string and revealing the cord beneath. To position the knot as snugly as possible, form the knot loosely, then slide it into place as you tighten it.
How do you seal beadwork?
A quick and easy way to stiffen beadwork is to paint the back of your beadwork with clear nail polish and let it dry overnight. Linda Genaw of Linda's Crafty Inspirations recommended that I try clear Sally Hansen Hard as Nails nail polish and it does work well.
How do you finish a beaded bracelet without a clasp?
Instead of using a clasp you will feed both ends of beading wire through the same crimp tube, going in opposite directions, and then crimp the crimp tube. After you have crimped the tube you will hide it with a crimp bead cover. This technique works great for long necklaces that can easily slip over the head.
What is a beaded seal?
Beaded gasket technology employs the application of a high-performance, resilient elastomer to the surface of a gasket. The bead improves the sealability of the gasket by concentrating available load on the areas of the gasket where the bead has been applied.
How do you close the ends of a bracelet?
2:0213:386 WAYS TO START AND END YOUR FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS ...YouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAfter your bracelet a song enough to go around your wrist you want to finish up by tying a knot atMoreAfter your bracelet a song enough to go around your wrist you want to finish up by tying a knot at the end I separated the strands by colors and tied a knot at the end of. Each.
How do you end a homemade bracelet?
3:059:19How to finish your DIY Jewelry like a Professional - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipWire you're going to mimic the ending of the bracelet. We're going to put on our crimp. Cover. ThenMoreWire you're going to mimic the ending of the bracelet. We're going to put on our crimp. Cover. Then i'm going to put on my wire. Guard. Take my wire back through my wire guard.
How do you seal a bead bracelet?
1:282:25How to Finish an Elastic Bracelet - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipYou just need to pull it a bit tighter each bite each knot has a bite point and once it's beenMoreYou just need to pull it a bit tighter each bite each knot has a bite point and once it's been bitten it won't come undone you can put a little dollop of glue or clear nail polish on that knot.
How do you finish a seed bead necklace?
1:404:45How to Finish Seed Bead Projects - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipThis one happens to be a blue banded i get oval i'm going to add a seed bead on the end. Sewing backMoreThis one happens to be a blue banded i get oval i'm going to add a seed bead on the end. Sewing back through the blue banded agate. And skipping that seed bead that i just put on.
How long is a crimp clasp on a bracelet?
Adding a Crimp Clasp or Ribbon End to a Bead Loom Bracelet (The glue and cut method). The bead fastening will measure approximately 1 1/4″ in length. The toggle clasp will measure approx 1 1/2″. For a ribbon clasp, you should measure your clasp and adjust your bracelet length accordingly.
How long is a bead clasp?
The bead fastening will measure approximately 1 1/4″ in length. The toggle clasp will measure approx 1 1/2″. For a ribbon clasp, you should measure your clasp and adjust your bracelet length accordingly.
How to sew in your warp threads?
How to Sew In Your Threads. Cut or remove your beadwork from your loom leaving enough on your warp threads to sew in. And remember if you have Julia’s Beadalon Jewel Loom, take care when you cutting the beadwork from the loom – the loom is under tension and it can release with quite a snap. Sewing in Your Weft Thread.
What thread should be threaded on a beading needle?
Weave with your weft thread which should be still threaded on your beading needle.
How big is a toggle clasp?
The toggle clasp will measure approx 1 1/2″. Adding a bead, toggle, or magnetic clasp is easy, and once you get the idea, the process is very similar for whichever fastening you choose. For off-loom beadwork, you can use any beading thread you have still left on your needle (providing you have about 12″ left).
Can you start a new thread on a bead loom?
Alternatively, you can start a new thread. For bead loom bracelets, you will need to add a new thread.
Can you trim warp threads close to a woven area?
You can then trim the warp threads close to the woven/glued area and you are ready to add your crimp clasp to cover the entire area.
How to remove beadwork from loom?
Cut the Beadwork off of the Loom. To remove the beadwork from your loom, use embroidery scissors to cut the warp threads on either side of the selvage. When your glue or resin is completely dry, you can use the same scissors to trim the warps up against both selvages and trim off the remaining weft tails.
Where to thread a needle in beadwork?
Thread the needle onto the long thread tail at the other end of the beadwork, and weave a matching selvage there.
How to make selvage stay inside ribbon clamps?
Add a small amount of E6000 adhesive to the inside of the ribbon clamps. This will ensure the selvage stays inside the ribbon clamps.
How many passes of weft thread for ribbon clamp?
Continue this weaving process until you have enough selvage to completely fill the inside of one of your ribbon clamp ends. In my example, this took about 30 passes with the weft thread.
What to use to close ribbon clamps?
Once the ribbon clamp is properly in place on the loom beadwork, use the nylon jaw pliers. to carefully and securely close them around the selvage. Nylon jaw pliers are necessary to prevent marring the surface of the ribbon clamps.
Can clamps be serrated?
The clamp ends need to be just wide enough to slide over your selvages, but do not adjust them while they are on the selvages unless your clamp ends are non-serrated. Serrated clamp ends can easily cut through your selvage and even cause your design to fall apart.
Can you sew a bead loom on fabric?
You can then sew the selvage onto fabric, glue it to the back of your beadwork, or secure it within ribbon clamp ends to make a bracelet, as shown here. This tutorial demonstrates finishing off using a fixed frame or upright bead loom without a shedding device.
How to relax a nymo loom?
Firstly you will need to remove your work from the loom. Loosen off the rollers and take the work off the loom. I would advise that you leave the piece to ‘rest’ overnight. This will allow the warp threads to relax as they may have stretched while on the loom. You should certainly do this if you are using Nymo which does have a tendency to stretch.
How to make a picot bracelet?
Using the weft thread work your way back along the length of the piece adding a 3 bead picot edge. (i.e. pass out of the first edge bead on the bracelet, pick up 3 seed beads and pass down into the next edge bead. Pass out of the next edge bead and keep repeating).
What if you accidentally knotted the weft thread and chopped it off?
But what if you have accidentally knotted the weft thread and chopped it off? Don’t worry… You just need to attach a new thread and weave it through the bracelet to exit from the corner bead of your work. This is a link to my video showing how to do this.
How much thread should I leave on a clasp?
When trimming the threads I would leave 3 or 4 mm of thread sticking out from the knot so you do not risk cutting into the knot. These clasps have quite a bit of space inside them so it should be fine. If you find there are bits of thread sticking out of the end just poke them inside with an awl before closing the clasp end down.
How to tie warp threads together?
You are now going to start knotting the warp threads together. Take the first two warps and tie them in a double knot, but do not go too tight. The knot should sit snug up against the bead. Take the next two warp threads and do the same. Work all the way across the piece until they are all tied.
Do you knot a cuff before you remove it from the loom?
Before removing your work from the loom, however, I do recommend that you pass your weft thread through all the beads on the first two rows again to reinforce them. I use the weft thread to start the decorative edge of my cuff. So, do NOT knot it and cut it off at this stage.
