Bead Embroidery Japanese Style - Beginning Level - Golden Waves of Grains Evening Clutch (design © 2015 Mary Alice Sinton)

The Golden Waves of Grains Evening Clutch is done in Japanese bead embroidery method and is an entry-level piece.  Bead Embroidery in the Japanese method incorporates silk embroidery techniques translated with beads.  The chic Swaroski Rhinestone Zipper compliments the Black Tri-cuts and glass seed beads.  The Sachiko pattern of Pampas Grass is recreated in 24 kt Gold Plated Beads. The foundation fabric is Black 100% silk Bridal Satin stitched using stretcher bars.  A fashionable black Dupioni Silk lining partners beautifully to the clutch design.  

Student must provide the following:

• 11" by 11" stretcher bars

• Tacks

• Bead Mat 

• Beading Koma (REQUIRED)

• Silk Pins

• Awl or Tekobari (optional)

• Paper Scissors & Embroidery Scissors