LOVE the swirled beads! Just yesterday I ran across a pic of a period bead find that looked just like that (and of course today I can't find the link to share it) and wondered how it would be done, and lo and behold, you just might have an answer for me! So how does one do a swirl like that?
That's all there is to it? I figured I'd have to make a cane or twist it after applying (which might make a tighter spiral out of one you've already laid) judging by a class I took at Pennsic. Your way is MUCH smarter. Hmmm, I think tonight might be a bead night.
erm. why twist it? just swirl a spiral shape onto a bead with stringer cane (which i did pull). it's no harder.
if u start in the center u can get a much tighter spiral. make sure to leave some space between you loops, however, or you'll end up woth a splodge of colour rather than a line.
truth to be told i had practiced the techniques for these type of beads all over other beads. had just never put all the elements onto one bead. i had a fair clue wot i was up too. and i still got the 1st one wrong (it's bumpy).
*shrug* i dont' think i am artys. i wish i was. but prctice can solve anything i believe.
Am sitting here at the house of mrsbrown and mr_bassman with most of Abbotsford and they all wandered over for another look at the beads and a chat about how hot the floral ones are.
The colours, everyone feels, are particularly well chosen. And they're just very pretty.
if u start in the center u can get a much tighter spiral. make sure to leave some space between you loops, however, or you'll end up woth a splodge of colour rather than a line.
you're obviously easily impressed :)
*shrug* i dont' think i am artys. i wish i was. but prctice can solve anything i believe.
The colours, everyone feels, are particularly well chosen. And they're just very pretty.
General consensus = they rock.
you guys sure know how to make a guy shy.
more piccies. included an OZ 5c, a british 5p, and an american dime for sizing.