Lauren Quigley is back with a stitched beadwork project that fits in the palm of your hand. In this tutorial, she shows how to create a mini rainbow using Czech seed beads and a Loops and Threads mini embroidery hoop from Michaels. The finished piece can be turned into a pin, a pendant, or a keychain.

You’ll learn how to build each arc of the rainbow with size 11 seed beads, how to secure your stitches so they stay in place, and how to frame your design neatly in the hoop. Once your beading is complete, Lauren walks you through the final assembly using glue and a few simple tools.

Czech PermaLux beads have a smooth, silky finish and long-lasting color. They’re available at Michaels in 12 colors, in both matte and glossy options, so your stitched designs stay vibrant and beautiful. There are twenty four 11/0 options and twenty four 8/0 vials to choose from.

What you’ll need:

• Five colors of size 11 Czech PermaLux seed beads from John Bead

• Size 11 beading needle

• Good Thread beading thread

• Fat quarter of fabric

• Standard embroidery hoop for stitching

• Loops and Threads mini embroidery hoop for finishing

• Scissors

• Glue

• Keychain findings by Bead Landing (optional)

This is a beginner-friendly project with a charming result. You’ll also get ideas for other designs that work in the same format, like strawberries and hearts.

Watch to the end to see the finished rainbow and a few extra pieces Lauren created.

Your Instructor

Lauren Quigley is your creative crafty friend. Known for her bold use of color and eye for design, she’s sparking a creative revolution and inspiring others to create happy art! She’s a Maryland native turned military spouse leaving a little glitter down craft aisles and thrift stores all over the USA. Get inspired by following her, laurenquigleycreations on all social media platforms.

 

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