Bead Weaving Supplies
These pages give information and pictures about what materials and supplies you will need
when you are beading. We do not sell any beading supplies, but here's a list of online and offline suppliers. If you just arrived at this page, be sure to check out the full list of beading supplies.
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Thread
Nylon beading thread comes in a range of sizes (e.g. 00=very thin, D=average, G=very thick)
as well as many different colors. It often comes in small spools (pictured) or much larger ones.
In loomwork, use thicker thread (e.g. size "D") for the warp threads,
and a smaller one (size "0") for weaving so it can pass through the beads several times.
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Needles
For regular stringing, twisted-wire needles work well as the large eye closes
to fit through the beads.
For beadwork, use beading needles. These resemble sewing
needles but are usually longer and thinner. The larger the number, the thinner
the needle (to match the sizes of seed beads).
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Seed Beads
Available in an amazing array of colors, finishes, and
styles, they are most often used in bead weaving and
loomwork. Larger sizes are smaller, with 11/0 being the
most common. Delicas are a cylindrical, squarish,
and about size 12/0. Delicas are often used for hand-weaving
beadwork because they create an even pattern.
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Beadweaving Loom
Much beadwork is done by hand, but often a loom is used for large flat areas. Small wire ones like
this are inexpensive and can be purchased at bead stores. For larger projects, you
can make your own out of wood.
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Books - more indepth information on bead weaving
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