Instructional video on beadweaving - How To:

- from concept to design. Winding a warp, Warping the loom. Beading the loom. Finishing the tapestry for display. Video on beadweaving
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/ @peggydembicer

[@MartianCreations]

I know I'm 9 years late but I watched this from start to finish! you are so talented!

[@pdmbcr]

Thanks Marie! Happy you found it. I'm still at it.

[@olafurssonkyllian8153]

I like the guys in the comment section who are impressed by the number of threads, 97 is Nothing ! there is a Japanese traditional weaving done by hand which used 1600 threads. Now this being said, you lady are insanely patient and even more insanely talented ! This is mesmerizing to watch and the result is breathtaking , especially your work on colour gradation and contrast which is just terrific .

[@breedalangford6597]

olafursson kyllian

[@cinderellassober8265]

this totally blew my mind! Thank you sharing your amazing talent. This makes my peyote stitch look like kindergartener's homework. Simply amazing. Wow.

[@leticiabarnes9614]

You are a bead artist and that is fabulous 🤩.

[@PeggyDembicer]

Thank you Leticia

[@alindastar4297]

I have watched a lot of beading on KZbin but you are the first true artist I have seen this is not to say what the other people are doing is not creative... it is just not art like your project. I was amazed to see the process and love the homemade looking loom. The loom in itself is a work of art. You have moved my thoughts from making little bracelets to statement pieces like yours. All kudos to you and I am subscribing so I hope this is the Artist's channel. Thank you so very much.

[@JulesRulesOK]

So did you move on from making bracelets? I'm just starting out with bracelets. We little acorns mighty oaks are grown. ;-)

[@elizatan1124]

Amen!

[@susanp7251]

Well said!

[@KiKiJahDore]

This is absolutely amazing. I must admit this is my 3rd time watching this video because your voice is so relaxing I kept falling asleep. But i enjoyed every bit!

[@sheilacollins9729]

I'm new to bead weaving and have been viewing multiple video learning how. Your video is by far the best I have viewed! Your step by step instruction on a project makes so much more sense than just a few strands for a bracelet! Your incorporation of bars and "found objects" really opens one mind to the endless possibilities of beadwork. You answered so many questions that was floating in my head, some I didn't even know I had. Thank you, thank you , thank you.

[@denysephenix2349]

Very beautiful work. You are a true artist. Your patience is highly commendable. This is so beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

[@jrheastudios9662]

Peggy, you have provided the type of beading experience I have been looking for. The design, to the tangs, to the tapestry is unlike so much on the web. In this one video, I have learned more than any other internet site I searched. I do not want to make jewelry but incorporate the beading into my art. Thank you.

[@pdmbcr]

jrheastudios Thank you for the feedback. I'm so happy it gave you inspiration to incorporate beading into your work

[@dmissu2]

You are Absolutely Amazing! I was simply fascinated by your whole process! You have the patience of a saint and are a true artist. It was a pleasure to watch you work.

[@pdmbcr]

thank you Denine!

[@aliciawoodson8012]

This is amazing!!!! I love beading and everything to do with it. I have never seen anything quite like this yet. I find it inspiring. Thank you for recording this step by step. You made it so easy to understand. Of course you made it look way too easy also :) Thank you for sharing!!!

[@TurboBeads]

This is definitely wonderful to watch! Love beads!

[@BettyWhatchamacallit]

THANK YOU for the tip with the skewer to keep threads from popping out. Brilliant!!!!!

[@PeggyDembicer]

Happy to help Betty!

[@Winterbluejaye]

I watched this entire thing. So fascinating. I'm new to beads and you have really encouraged me to investigate further. Now, to find a loom!!

[@harrison2281]

This is absolutely fantastic. Main Drain. I love it.

[@pdmbcr]

Thank you!

[@Tasoq]

This was really interesting to watch. Putting the bamboo sticks over the warp threads was a neat idea, I'll have to remember that one

[@pdmbcr]

Thanks Tasoq! Those bamboo skewers saved me a lot of frustration.

[@judyhobday5642]

this is a far cry from any loom I have ever seen available, and you are a true craftsperson and very detailed information. I am very impressed. My eyesight and general lack of what this takes makes me an admirer of what you do and know I will only use this as a general idea of what is possible on a much smaller scale. I thank you for your video.

[@pdmbcr]

Judy, thank you for your comment

[@mrsmw2020]

This is an amazing talent. Thank you for sharing what you know. I would never have the patience to do this, but it is fascinating to watch.

[@christinecourtois5334]

Beautiful work. You have so much patience to do this. Thank you for for your generosity in sharing your process.

[@Msfelixthecatz]

Thank you for the tip of using skewers in the springs!!

[@l.winter8956]

This was a really well done video. Clear instructions and good video. Thanks

[@TymstoneArt]

That was so darn cool. I've never seen a bead loom project that size and with such wonderful details/ Thank you so v much for sharing you inspiration, skill and talent with us. You determination and patience with this work is a wonder. Moment after moment bead after bead, I make beaded jewelry but nothing close to 95 beads wide. The finished product was amazing. I feel inspired (but not to follow in your steps) lol peace,..

[@69Sugah]

It doesn't seem like that piece is 9 x 12. It turned out beautifully. And the detail was on point. A mosaic of beads carefully chosen. I would have probably lost count and had to begin again. Lol. I am happy she shared it. Very informative. I will always have this video as a reference. I just purchased my first beading loom and anxious to get started. In the mean time, while I'm waiting on my beads to arrive, I'm planning out designs. Now, I'm wondering, if a print shop could transfer an image to graph paper. I have some drawings that I can have transferred to graph paper, without redrawing the image 😊. Which isn't a big deal. But if it's a time saver, is an awesome good idea to consider. Inspiring!

[@pdmbcr]

I've been thinking about how to go larger, since my printer is only 8.5 by 11. I would definitely go to a print shop. not sure if they have graphing capability but you can always draw a graph onto a large print, just takes patience.

[@حلوهومحدعاجبني]

Sugah69 HLOO

[@sueb-t2183]

when I started watching I thought, "this is something I would like to try" it wasn't long that I realized that this was way out of my reach! love your work, you are a true artist!

[@pdmbcr]

Thanks Sue B-T. You can try starting with a small Indian bead loom which you can get in craft stores and online. It is a very simple, inexpensive tool and simple technique. It's worth exploring!

[@angelasterner]

Your loom prep is INSPIRED!!

[@pdmbcr]

Thank you Angela!

[@PossumPityParty]

Thank you so much for sharing your process. I work in multiple mediums and most recently have gone back to bead weaving. I really love my variety but been doubting my approach. Checked out your website and all the wonderful photos of your work, and came back to thank you for doing what you do. You've reinspired my creative heart that I'm doing just as I'm meant to do. Your talent is refreshing and wonderful to see!

[@pdmbcr]

Thank You so much for your feedback. Doubts take hold of me all the time too and then I shake them off and plunge into some new crazy project.

[@angela14962002]

I enjoyed watching your video, and I love your art! I taught myself how to weave, and I prefer to work backwards (bottom up, left to right). I have used yarn/string in my pieces, but I never thought to use metal (cool idea)! As for mounting, I cheat. I go to the frame shop/hobby store and have them do it for me. The one thing I was hoping to see is an alternative way to finishing (since I have to do that). I hate knotting at the end...and as for weaving the ends back into the piece...well that is even worse. It's funny that I have the patience for the weaving, but not for the finishing. My biggest piece so far is 18" x 18" (55,100 size 11/0 beads). I wasn't happy when I got to the end... I do, however, like the way you knotted your project...I guess there is no way to avoid it... Darn! :) Please do tell me where you got your loom. I have several looms (my addiction), but I like the one you have...as well as your warping board. Thank you in advance.

[@luvspin364]

This video is absolutely amazing!! What a beautiful job and what intensity!! WOW! Thank you for taking the time to post the video it was done so well.

[@PaulineEvanosky]

What a fabulous video you made. Thank you! I learned so much.

[@lonewolfLuv]

Stunning! You're amazing with beading, and you make it seem so easy.

[@pdmbcr]

Thank you!

[@mikezim8071]

I like learning how you make your art. Most generous of you. Thank you.

[@804hum]

Wow...thats beautiful....its lot of hard work...Im amazed to see how you did it....so much patience and dedication....hats off to you....just beautiful.

[@pdmbcr]

thank you!

[@owlwoman3111]

Wow....what a talent, gift you have!! Beautiful !!

[@bambilackner]

Wow, just wow!!!! Lady you are magnificent!!!!!!! This is just plain gorgeous. I just can't believe how you did this, the patience, the artistic eyes, and hands you have. Your the best.!!!!!

[@pdmbcr]

Thank you Bambi

[@michelegeluso8115]

Brilliant. This is a fabulous idea, and a beautifully executed project (it reminds me of a Warhol). I cannot wait to try this in a project using some of my own artwork. Thank you for being so generous and sharing this very clever technique.

[@LovelyCrochetLLC]

The fact that you shared all this information! Wow thank you!!!!! 💜💜💜

[@PeggyDembicer]

You're welcome. Thanks for visiting.

[@jannyb55]

I am in awe. Thank you so much for sharing your fantastic art!

[@katkathi8882]

I was just wondering if you are standing and reaching over the loom, or sitting and reaching over?...and if it makes your back ache? I am asking because I like to weave but I need to be closer to be able to see the warp threads and sometimes it it feels uncomfortable to reach like that, so I turn my little bead loom around. Is there a right or wrong way, to position the loom, or actually I guess I am asking if you know a position that might cause the least strain on eyes and back? I was thinking maybe a vertical Loom?... I am new to this ( for a second time)in that, I have not done this since I was in school many years ago.I happened across a video by you a while back and remembered that I loved doing this, so I bought a very small loom, and now want to make or buy a bigger one..... thank you for reminding me of something From my past. We learned to make our own looms and then weave. Like you my old teacher was very easy to understand and made us excited to try this, ( of course I was in my teens then am an Well over 60 now!) I now find That I have time to create again, after many years of being way too busy taking care of business and family. So thank you very much, for this lovely reminder of the young girl, that I used to be who loved both color,beads Building and creating!

[@PeggyDembicer]

Kat Kathi, Thank you for your interest in my work. I was a tapestry weaver who put that on the back burner when I fell in love with weaving paper and with weaving beads. I sit when I pick up the beads and stand when I weave them in. I fortunately do not have back issues yet. I too have found increased freedom in retirement, it is a fabulous opportunity to create and experiment. A fellow beader recently informed me that she worked with Tony of Northwest Looms to make a vertical loom for her, with a stand. The pictures she sent me of her new equipment look spectacular. Tony made my looms. Although he has closed down his website, he is still taking phone orders for custom looms. I confirmed that with him. He can be reached at 308 W Idaho St, Cheyenne, WY 82009. [phone]. If you have any questions as you move forward you can email me directly at [e-mail]

[@anabarbarasantos3305]

Maginifico, belíssimo, esplêndido, divino, deslumbrante.

[@TheRealHachiKomatsu]

Very creative. Awesome work. You must have a lot of patience.

[@artisticallyrewiredinc]

Wow..ran across your video by mistake..but maybe it was meant to be...I have so many ideas in my head art wise that I want to get out and in bead form...and u have just awakened me more with inspiration esp with just the words displayed above lips. Awesome talent. Thanks for sharing ur spirit....p.s could u go over again how u did the image to the bead graph? Looks alot easier than just using beadtool haha

[@tammyuren6591]

I’d like to see how you do this too. Maybe in a bit more detail. You know me I need it step by step. Thanks so much for sharing your awesome talent!!!!

[@GD-bm1bu]

I can't stop watching you works 👍

[@peggydembicer8992]

Thank you!

[@Autumn_Forest_]

Seeing this artistic achievement gives me a similar feeling to the one I had when I learned how a baby is conceived, develops in the womb, and is born. It’s like a miracle you cannot believe turns out right. God is the ultimate artistic creator, but some artists appear godlike in their seemingly miraculous creations. Thank you for sharing!

[@pdmbcr]

Wow! Thank you.

[@nanazakher3821]

Hi, I actually purchased the loom from Tony. The service is excellent from a detailed seller; the loom is beyond my expectation.

[@PeggyDembicer]

Good for you! I'm happy to hear that. I love my looms. I've been using them for many years with no problems.

[@anitawilliams2187]

W O W … stunning work and great commentary as you worked. Thank you

[@pdmbcr]

Thank you Anita

[@sunnymilat7050]

from technique to concept this whole piece is amazing!

[@PeggyDembicer]

Thanks so much Sunny

[@oclove1503]

Wow. Truly Amazing. Not only is ur work amazing, but your patients. Bravo!!! I could never complete a whole image if I tried. I'd get bored of seeing and doing the same thing. But I'm surprised I watched this whole video. Very interesting. Thanks for sharing. You're very talented. Thank you again. 😃

[@pdmbcr]

Milena V Thank you!

[@jujusmom1508]

You have the patience of a saint.

[@pdmbcr]

I'm no saint! LOL. But thank you.

[@TurboBeads]

I truly enjoyed watching this! Love beads indeed! Keep up the great beadwork!

[@NEOVISAGE]

WORK OF PURE ART AMAZING !!!

[@dreamingbiglivingbold2075]

I'm currently in the process of learning how to weave, which lead me to your videos. But between seeing this video and going through your Flickr, I have to say that I LOVE your work. It's so freaking good and inspiring. I hope that I can eventually make art just as good one day. Thank you!

[@PeggyDembicer]

Thank you so much. Your comments and your interest in my work mean the world to me! Best wishes.

[@Zhaleen]

wow amazing. Great peace of work and art.

[@69Sugah]

Thanks Peggy for the feedback. I'm trying to understand how to read patterns now. So when i do start making my designs I can follow it properly.

[@hugsy29]

Amazing. You have so much patience and the end result is gorgeous.

[@deb8917]

You are very talented and patient! your work is wonderful!

[@teresaferreira9221]

Excellent artist and teacher.

[@pdmbcr]

Thank you Teresa!

[@annadion4134]

What a wonderful, in depth video! Thank you so much for sharing. The whole time I was watching, I was thinking what an imagination you have, and how the heck did you ever figure out what color beads to use. Awesome job!

[@PeggyDembicer]

Thank you so much Anna!

[@teiraholmes2596]

Oh my gosh! That round dowel inside the springs- to hold down the threads- idea is going to save my life from now on with how many frustrating times I've had with that popping out & moving around on me happening! That.....right there....was the most brilliant idea for loom work/bead weaving ever! Oh gosh.....thank u for that! I feel like so much relief has just swept over me because of that tip! (Threads popping up is a major problem for me- can u tell?😉) Thank u, thank u, thank u!

[@peggydembicer8992]

Gotta love the bamboo skewer! Hope it helps. Thanks for the comment Teira.

[@38coll]

Inspiration to creation, LOVE IT! That was awesome. Thanks for sharing.

[@plumidiacollection875]

Amazing work and very good video!!

[@mjhc25]

Ma’am you’re amazing. I’m just wordless! You’re an out of this world artist🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@PeggyDembicer]

Thank you María

[@justinearbez5968]

Wouah!! You're an amazing artist!!

[@pennihall1923]

What are you using for a knotting board?

[@allsubstance]

That is such a great way to put a cross stitch grid on a photo!

[@15surrey]

It is! Give it a try and hope that you have good luck with the process.

[@patricechancellor3645]

Like so many others said, I am in awe after watching you create Main Drain. I read the other comments and found the answers to most of my questions, except the main one. What brand of beads do you use? I have been searching for a good 11/0 brand with pretty good uniformity and variety in color. I have searched for opaque peaches and varying shades of br9wns and tans with little luck. I would be most greatful if you could help me in my quest. Thank you for sharing your amazing talent.

[@jeanboyle7384]

Patrice Chancellor try fire mountain

[@YayMe1st]

This is amazing. Curious as to why you call it a cartoon? I mean it's a printed photo, yes? Is this a technical term? I'm blown away at how beautiful this is. I mean the teeth!!! Holy mother of pearl. So so so cool!!!

[@PeggyDembicer]

Thank you Jamie! Yes cartoon is a technical term for the drawing used for tapestries. Great question.

You are a true artist in your works, I hope someday to be able to use 96 strands. Whew amazing work

[@elaine212kitten]

this is simply amazing I am just starting off and having problems after problems but you made me want to get all the kinks out just so I can do something close to skill level

[@edita6690]

Wow you are amazing.

[@micheleholmes8490]

I’m just starting out and I’m researching looms. May I ask what brand yours is? This piece is gorgeous. A true artist. Thank you for sharing.

[@PeggyDembicer]

Thanks Michele. It is custom made by Tony of Northwest Looms, USA klissus@@t. [phone] 308 W. Idaho St., Cheyenne Wyoming, 82009 USA I don't know if he is still making these.

[@siikibam]

This is phenomenal! I think I'll be using that knotting method in future.

[@jimpersichini511]

its so cool how it looks real

[@silviaascasibar267]

Hi from Madrid, Spain! Truly impressed by this piece of art. I have just started beading after a couple of trips to Mexico and falling in love with colourful Huichol beading art. I am not interested in making jewelery but using beading to customize clothes or create hanbags or just plain art like you just did. Thanks for sharing, it was a real pleasure watching the whole process.

[@PeggyDembicer]

Thank you Silvia. I too was inspired towards beadwork after seeing the Huichol work. Good luck with your beading. If you use instagram you can see more of by beadwork @peggy_dembicer

[@silviaascasibar267]

Thanks, Peggy! I’ll look for you on IG too!

[@PeggyDembicer]

@@silviaascasibar267 I got his email address [e-mail]

[@silviaascasibar267]

Dembicer thanks!! I really appreciate it! I have so many questions! I’ve seen in your IG feed that you also have some Huichol-like mosaic type works done. I inow mexicans use Campeche wax to stick the beads together but that’s not easy to find anywhere else but in Mexico. What did you use? I’ve read about epoxi resins but you have lmited working time. I started with US and Mexico bead suppliers, later I found some in Spain too but it would be so nice to find all those materials over here... Also, your loom is amazing, I already read who made it for you. I wish I had a Tony in Spain :) Take care!

[@PeggyDembicer]

@@silviaascasibar267 I use white glues to adhere my beads. I got a recommendation from other beaders and now use Aleene's Quick Dry tacky glue, it dries very clear. I use a narrow tipped plastic squeeze bottle to apply it, the kind of bottle nail salons use to make designs on finger nails. Other beaders like to use motorized air pens for applying the glues. The mosaics are quite time consuming, but such fun when they are finished.

[@tierraanderson5286]

this is such a beautiful and creative piece... makes me wish i had the patience to do this lol.

[@karlaarbefeuille4161]

you are sooo creative! i love this project!!

[@sonzogonzo]

Amazingly amazing!

[@MrMavedave]

how long to bead this piece?

[@AB-nk7qu]

This was very helpful, thank you!!

[@pdmbcr]

Stormyrapture: I printed my picture (cartoon) first. Then I put the printed paper containing the cartoon through the printer again, this time printing a bead graph right on top of the cartoon.

[@susanp7251]

I see.

[@nothandomiya5214]

THIS HELPED ME A LOT THANK YOU

[@craftylady11]

That’s awesome.

[@PeggyDembicer]

@@craftylady11 Thank you

[@Lena-vh2iw]

How did you find graph paper the size of the beads?

[@sheilacollins9729]

Would you please share what you knotting board is made from?

[@verondibit]

ooo my god, u amazed me. even i have a difficulty when it comes to 30 beads but u 95? wow..such a brilliant idea..

[@PeggyDembicer]

Thanks Veronica!

[@anns9143]

you're quite an artist. this is great.

[@nataliem.2651]

That piece is awesome!

[@pdmbcr]

Thank you Natalie!

[@yomairasiavichay136]

Tremenda artista! Me encantó el video

[@pdmbcr]

gracias

[@lawrencescales9864]

This is freaking bananas... congrats on the amazing piece. Goes beyond craft and is certainly art, I hope you consider yourself an artist. It’s funny, a great use of found objects, and technically skilled beyond belief. Awesome!

[@PeggyDembicer]

Lawrence Smith Thank you so very much!

[@marykeeble6638]

Thank you for a truly inspiring tutorial.

[@tessalove676]

Wow I'm impressed !

[@peggydembicer8992]

Thank you Tessa

[@Joannsaudia]

where did you purchase you beading loom. I can never find one that large.

[@pdmbcr]

+Joan Gonzalez This loom has a weaving width of 12" . the loom itself is about 14" x 20". Northwest Looms made this for me. I've been told they are still making them to custom order. I have been extraordinarily happy with mine. their website www.northwestlooms.com/ his name is Tony. Northwest Looms 308 West Idaho Street Cheyenne, WY 82009 307-638-8003

[@TodaysSpecialMinis]

wow - has that store closed down? that web link no longer works... C

[@pi8506]

Beautiful work! You are awesome! How long did that take you to finish? If you were to sell something like that, how much would a piece this size cost? Where do you get your beads from? Thank you very much for sharing and showing us this beautiful piece of art!

[@lindieinred]

Absolutely fascinating and inspiring!

[@lindashaw9345]

hi I have a big problem, all my beads are not the same size. I bought in different places.. the small ones no. 11 and when I am gonna use them ones are bigger or smaller than the others, What can I do? do u work with all of them? because has to try to measure one by one is gonna take forever.....:( PLEASE Help!!!!!!

[@DEBRACRANFORD]

Amazing piece!

[@bonniebuckner3399]

This is such hip and cool art

[@pdmbcr]

Thank you Bonnie.

[@jaxpax2566]

this was amazing you are truly gifted

[@miszreese]

This is so amazing to watch! You're a great artist!

[@75ChrisC]

Love your work! Beautiful...

[@janabananamoon]

I love this woman! Her voice is so calming. It's like therapy to listen to this video. Loom beading large pieces for wall hangings has been a dream of mine for years. +Peggy Dembicer, how many hours did did it take you to do this piece? Do you have more videos, and pictures of more of your work?

[@Gulljenta001]

Wow, beautiful work! Thanks for sharing :)

[@wendychercass6447]

Fabulous!! And sooooooooo informative! Thanks for sharing :>}

[@AhhSpoons]

I wish I knew how to match the color in the image to the color of beads needed...

[@debjeter02]

Absolutely amazing!