CRAW and PRAW Starter Tool Tutorial and How to Use It

[@kristibbradshaw]

That is so cool. Thank you so much for this tutorial. You really made this simple.

[@alicesingletary2662]

Fabulous tutorial so happy I found your channel ❤😊

[@conniejojensen6057]

Your voice is so calming that I’ve learnt so much from watching them! Thank you!

[@KarasBeads]

Thank you ☺️❤️

[@joyceluke9458]

You are an excellent teacher, your voice is so calming and you position your hands so it is easy to see

[@KarasBeads]

Thank you ☺️🙏

[@lisahampton8431]

Thank you for this tutorial. I watched a tutorial for CRAW/PRAW & she had a tool she came up with, & sells it in her shop for $15. But I find I like your tool better & the way you use it. For me it is easier. I tweaked mine a little. I put 3 different color seed beads on my 3 craw. 4 on my 4 craw & same for the 5. That way I don't have to remember which color is 3, 4 or 5.

[@KarasBeads]

That is awesome! 🤩

[@pennyhalbert1280]

This is a game changer.

[@franneptune8141]

Totally agree. Makes it so much easier for craw and praw. Thanks Kara.

[@helencoles9922]

Genius! I’ve looked at those laminated starters and thought that there must be another way and here you are! ❤

[@KarasBeads]

Glad I could help!

[@Thorboy156]

Thank you for the tutorial. Very easy to follow and simpler to understand the process. Tools are fantastic.

[@KarasBeads]

Glad it was helpful!

[@stohandmadejewelrycraftcorner]

This is an excellent demonstration of how you can start craw and praw. Thank you so much.

[@KarasBeads]

Thank you 🙏❤️

[@jackiearmstrong7994]

Hi Kara! The way you explain PRAW while showing the stitch is more helpful than words can say! You have a soothing tone that is clear and makes following you simpler. Thank you for sharing your experience, going slowly and please continue to to share!

[@KarasBeads]

Thank you for your kind words 🙏❤️

[@hautelikecajenn]

Finally I think I can do Craw and Praw!! Thank you a bunch for this tutorial. Excited to make these tools this weekend. Also, you have such the softest, sweetest voice ☺️

[@KarasBeads]

Thank you ❤️

[@hautelikecajenn]

Update : I made the 4x5 tool (20 rows) but I practiced the 3 bead PRAW from this video and EUREKA!! I finally got it. I think I am going to make 2 more in the 3x4 and 4x4....THANKS AGAIN!!!!

[@KarasBeads]

Well done 🫶

[@isabelle-montreal64]

So happy for this tutorial! I finally get it like really I was struggling even by following step by step i always ended lost somewhere in the roof between walls 😂 i just hope i’m not the only one. Many thanks to you for your patience, well explained tutorial 💞

[@KarasBeads]

You are most welcome ☺️❤️

[@hautelikecajenn]

Nope you were not the only one lol. Making the tool and watching her video helped me so much. It finally clicked.

[@ceebeedub177]

I've done this stitch many times, but I will still go ahead and make some starters. Thanks!

[@evelynschultz8076]

Thank you so much! I may finally be able to do PRAW and CRAW projects! 😊

[@KarasBeads]

You are so welcome! 🤗

[@fionawhite4250]

Fantastic. Thank you so much for your really clear and helpful instructions. 👏

[@andreaDoubleU]

I love your videos! You really have a wonderful way to explain and show even more advanced techniques so I dare to try too! ❤

[@KarasBeads]

Thank you, Andrea ❤️

[@karensiegall274]

Brilliant. Thank you for you excellent content.

[@donnab2810]

Mind. Blown. I have arthritis and sometimes it is difficult to start many stitches. I made your peyote starter and now I will make these. Thank you so much Kara!!!

[@KarasBeads]

You are most welcome ☺️❤️

[@christinebohl2042]

Thank you, thank you! I would always avoid projects involving CRAW! I’ve started with just a basic chain to use with bezeled crystals! Wow! I love how easy your tool and tutorial has made it to CRAW! Can’t wait to try some angles next. Thank you again for this wonderful tutorial!

[@KarasBeads]

Glad it was helpful! 🥰

[@yolandavillegas4794]

Genious idea with the starter Kara. And I didn't even know there was a 3 bead and 5 bead PRAW...always thought 4 was the number. Thank you 💗🤩

[@gaelleevin9625]

Great video. Thank you for your work.🤩

[@andyandjounlimited]

I have watched you for many years & have always been in awe of the quiet & patient way you explain things for each of your patterns & this is no exception as I love Craw but had never attempted PRAW but from now on I will be enjoying it more thanks to your handy gadget - 👏👏👏well done my lovely xx

[@KarasBeads]

Thank you for your kind words ☺️❤️

[@shirleihorta]

Wow, this is awesome, thank you very much, Kara!

[@gsabillon23]

I got this idea from Beadwork Magazine a while ago. I made them and they are a blessing to my frustrations everytime I had to start a new project; however, I made my starter with RAW, PRAW, etc. Either way you choose. they are lifesavers. I highly encourage you to do it once and use it many times!!!!

[@angela_perelli_777]

you have had a great idea making this starter, even if i prefer use a beading owl like you before made this tool, love 💗💗💗

[@barbaramcintyre2975]

Absolutely brilliant!!! Thank you, Kara!

[@jerilynnbayer-fermier5475]

Thank you so much! I have a peyote starter for just regular peyote. I have never tried CRAW or PRAW, but like you said this is a game changer. Thank you for taking the time out of your busy family life to make this video!

[@KarasBeads]

You are most welcome ☺️❤️

[@rahamohammadi3109]

Hello, thank you for your very beautiful training and for teaching me fluently that we can do, only I do not know your language. Please type the necessary materials, size and size of yarn that you use for each job that we can do. Thank you, I am Persian I'm a language

[@terigrego6053]

Kara what a wonderful idea, I love this tutorial I didn't like to do it as I didn't like to use the awl will make more necklaces and design Thank you

[@KarasBeads]

You are most welcome ☺️❤️

[@jennifergriego6967]

Genius! Thank you so much for sharing. 😊

[@inezwong5654]

Love this !! Thankyou Kara!

[@lrajic8281]

This is genius! Thank you so much!

[@teresa3049]

Thank you. Brilliant. I just want to make sure I understand. So for 3 praw we need 12 rows of peyote but you still picked up 20 black and 20 white to start for the length of the tube, correct? Craw would be 4 times 4 therefore 16 rows of peyote but you started with 20 for each of the two colors, right?

[@KarasBeads]

That’s right! Beads I pick up initially are just for length of tube. What matters is rows you bead before turning into tube.

[@dellal5930]

I've always disliked craw projects because they don't hold shape well in the beginning. This will put a different spin on it! Can't wait to try it...thank you!

[@KarasBeads]

Hope it worked for you ☺️

[@nancysahnow3135]

Do you have a tutorial on the wavy craw bracelet you just showed for an example?

[@KarasBeads]

No. Would u like me to make a tutorial on it? 😊

[@nancysahnow3135]

@@KarasBeads YES PLEASE 💜

[@KarasBeads]

Ok ☺️

[@MsMargot55]

Ingenious🌸😍

[@RRBlack]

Brilliant ❤

[@karensiegall274]

Genius thank you

[@teresa3049]

I’m sorry I have another question. Are these starter tubes made with 11/0 delicas? If they are all with 11/0 delicas, can you use any size beads in your project with these tubes?

[@KarasBeads]

Absolutely! Any bead should work. I used 11/0 delicas for all tubes ❤️

[@jodil5332]

Hey Kara - I have a tutorial suggestion. I’ve seen many bracelets with ‘fringe’ on the outside which consists of several beads each. I know how to do picot but I’m looking to make a more fun look. I’ve tried it on my own but it looks a mess when I finish. I don’t know how they make these individually strung 5-8 beads and put a bunch together in a small area to make it look so full. I don’t know if I’ve explained this well enough but there are so many examples on Pinterest and Etsy. I hope you find it would make a good video for others to learn.

[@KarasBeads]

Not sure I fully understood the idea. Is it smth like this kzbin.info/www/bejne/hYLHaXx4ba52iJo

[@jodil5332]

@@KarasBeads actually it’s like this video on you tube ‘ALL ABOUT FRINGE’ by Beading Away. Couldn’t figure out how to add link.

[@gloriaisabelcastrillon3536]

Buenas tardes en que los utilizamos unos aretes, un collar o pulsera?

[@mariagraziamelchionda3134]

Hi Kara, great tutorial, thank you so much! I hope I'll be able to start this technique with your kind help... Just one question: do you guess this could be doable also for a necklace, or is it better with minor lengths? I don'y know if I've explained the point... thanks!

[@KarasBeads]

Hello Maria, it’s ok with any length. Once you have 2-3 inches going you can remove the starter and continue like you normally would 😊

[@mariagraziamelchionda3134]

Thanks! 😊

[@laurajeanvalentine]

So smart thank you.

[@KarasBeads]

Thank you ☺️🙏

[@jodil5332]

Kara - thanks again for this tutorial - we greatly appreciate the effort and time it takes to make these. But I do have a question - I know you always use NYMO thread. But do you condition it or anything before you thread your needle? I have the biggest problem threading the needle with thread because it splits - no matter what I do. I don’t have problems with WildFire and FireLine I see you are now using Miyuki needles - are these easier to thread? I know you said they don’t bend so I’m definitely going to get some. Just wondered if they are better or worse when using thread - or about the same as other needles? And lastly do you recommend any other type thread for jewelry? Thanks again for all that you do Kara. It means so much to people like me.

[@KarasBeads]

Hi Jodi, I’m mostly using Miyuki thread and needles nowadays and have no issue threading the needle, you can see me doing it on videos as well. However, miyuki needle set comes with needle threader as well that will work great with threads, so give it a go 😊

[@jodil5332]

@@KarasBeads yes I see you thread your needle so effortlessly!! Lol. Thanks. I’m definitely going to try both!!! I’ll look on your website first to see if you sell the thread and needles. Thanks for replying so quickly.

[@jodil5332]

@Kara’s Beads Hey Kara Just made an order on your website. Do you think Miyuki will add more colors of thread? I’m so excited. Can’t wait to get my order. Thanks!!!!!!

[@KarasBeads]

Thank you for your order, Jodi 🙏 Miyuki has more colours I just haven’t gotten them all in my shop yet. I’m bringing more Miyuki products to my shop every week, so definitely more thread colours coming soon 😊

[@jodil5332]

@@KarasBeads wonderful. I’ll keep checking back!!!

[@kirag6407]

On your list for materials, you don't put the size thread. Please help

[@KarasBeads]

I always use size B now 😊

[@jodil5332]

YAY!!!!!!!! Thanks so much.

[@wearesisters8971]

Wow Kara ❤️🥰

[@LethalButtercup]

This is beautiful, but far above my lowly pay grade!

[@fionaguinan8798]

Amazing

[@monikasturm2575]

Sorry if the analytics for this video come up wonky. I've been back and forth to this video for the past couple of days to help with the making of 24 leather rose stems I'm covering in craw. Got any videos for tips on how not to go blind while beading. 😂😂😂

[@karenthomas2302]

You make it look like a breeze to make, I may be able to make thee. Tfs

[@lauramccarthy6043]

8/0 or 11/0 beads?

[@KarasBeads]

Please elaborate your question. There are 11/0 and 8/0 in the video. I would suggest watching it without skipping as it’s all explained in detail ❤️

[@ejh4841]

❤️❤️❤️❤️🔥

[@tammiecarbohn6796]

Don’t think I’m ready for this technique!

[@sevalkaraca2956]

💐💐💐💐✌️✌️✌️✌️

[@fmcd8743]

Such a brillant idea! Thank you so much for the clear and much needed tutorial! 🤩👏🙏

[@KarasBeads]

You are most welcome ❤️