Beadwork/loom beading
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Question
I loom bead and try to attach to leather for barrettes can I glue them or do they need to be sewn?
First - I'm sorry for the delay in replying but I have had a computer mess and I could not get to my mail.
I would definitely sew them onto leather or ultra suede. Ultra suede would be much easier to sew through. If you sew to leather find Glover's needles but be very careful as the points are razor sharp and could cut your warp and weft threads on your beaded piece. If you were to glue it and something comes apart, you will not be able to repair the piece. Glue is so stiff and it really changes the feel of the beadwork.
I guess it could be glued but I just would not recommend it.
I hope this helps
Pamy
Pamela Welborn
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Pamela Welborn
Expertise
I have been beading for over 16 years and teaching beading for about 14 years. I especially love Japanese seed beads in size 11 and size 15. Not a delica fan but maybe someday... I especially love teaching other people about beading.
Experience
Experience in the area:
I teach the following stitches/projects: peyote, brick, netting, St Petersberg chain, spiral rope, dutch spiral, beaded pens, beaded Christmas ornaments, earrings, pouches, necklaces, bracelets - just about anything beaded, I have tried it.
Publications:
I have had 7 articles published by Jewelry Crafts Magazine and one by Bead & Button Magazine.
Awards and Honors:
2nd place Professional Beadwork in the Gems and Minerals section Los Angeles County Fair 1998
3rd place Professional Beadwork in the Gems and Minerals section Los Angeles County Fair 1999
Present Day:
Currently, I design patterns and make kits for beading projects. Check out - violetbead.com There is a gallery of my work there.
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