You can use the brick stitch to create almost any shape you want. All it takes is clever increases and decreases on the stitch. We like to use TOHO Treasure seed beads with this stitch, as they line up nicely and are very consistent. The colors are outstanding, too. See more inspiration for small brick stitch pieces and even some peyote stitch projects in this Artbeads Cafe episode.
Working with about 1 1/2 yards of thread, add a stopper bead with a 10-inch tail (you will use the tail to add the feet of the bird later). The stopper bead will help you keep track of orientation when you are flipping your project.
Ladder Stitch Tutorial
Brick Stitch Diagram
Basic Brick Stitch Text Tutorial
Decreasing and Increasing Brick Stitch Text Tutorial
Brick Stitch Video Tutorial
Hello Bluebird PDF Diagram
Hello Bluebird PDF Diagram
Bead Weaving Basics: Starting, Adding, and Ending Thread
Nice choice! All or most of the products needed for this project are shown below with quantities. Sometimes we sell out of components and aren’t able to order more from the manufacturer (we know, it is very disappointing to us, too). Use the opportunity to mix up the design and make it yours by substituting similar products or altering the entire color scheme—it’s up to you!
You can use the brick stitch to create almost any shape you want. All it takes is clever increases and decreases on the stitch. We like to use TOHO Treasure seed beads with this stitch, as they line up nicely and are very consistent. The colors are outstanding, too. See more inspiration for small brick stitch pieces and even some peyote stitch projects in this Artbeads Cafe episode.
Working with about 1 1/2 yards of thread, add a stopper bead with a 10-inch tail (you will use the tail to add the feet of the bird later). The stopper bead will help you keep track of orientation when you are flipping your project.
Ladder Stitch Tutorial
Brick Stitch Diagram
Basic Brick Stitch Text Tutorial
Decreasing and Increasing Brick Stitch Text Tutorial
Brick Stitch Video Tutorial
Hello Bluebird PDF Diagram
Hello Bluebird PDF Diagram
Bead Weaving Basics: Starting, Adding, and Ending Thread