Can't start this project until after the weekend, but this video makes me want to skip work the next few days and play with crochet and beads! Thanks!!
I've been struggling with this, but I am determined to crack it. This the first tutorial I've seen so far which describes the way the beads sit (horizontally or vertically placed hole) depending on whether they have just been worked, or are next to be worked! No wonder my first attempts looked like a dog's dinner!
My mom had a pearl necklace that was a tube like this in the 70s. I always loved it and wondered how to make it. I've seen a lady from Russia (?) on Instagram make these tubes into jewelry and fascinated by it but never enough to actually try it. I ordered the indigo and am excited to get it! But I have to admit that I got the laxo cuff kit and it was on my sewing desk but I haven't seen it for weeks!! I had just got to the point that I needed to rewatch the video plus print out the directions (my printer wasn't working). I need to find that and work it up too!
I cannot believe how much trouble I am having - your tutorial is so good and clear. I am obeying and repeating Ann's mantra IN, OVER, DOWN, AROUND, THROUGH!. But none of my beads look like donuts - they all look like tires. and I am pushing the bead down and to the right of the hook before bringing down another bead. have pulled it out so many times, i am going to have to cut the thread and start with a fresh length because of fraying...am going to try w/a larger hook as you suggest and maybe I can figure out what I am doing wrong...
Yes, try with a larger hook, yarn and beads... also, sometimes it helps to look at other tutorials as they way someone else explains the technique might help it click? Let me know how that goes!
@@LauraNelkin OMG finally - my tube looks like yours!!! I have donuts and a round of tires - whoopie!! So, what was I doing wrong?? #1. I was putting my hook through two strands of thread (I am a knitter so I got totally focused on the chain - not putting my hook UNDER THE BEAD). #2. I did not pick up on the move where you moved the thread after pushing the bead to the right of the hook. So I could not figure out why my thread wasn't "crossing" like yours did. I watched another person's video and she really slowed that part down and even said if you don't move your thread, the bead will stick out. The thread has to fall between the two loops on your hook before you bring down the next bead and then that bead falls between those two loops. With these 2 fairly major (but seemingly minor) errors, I was not getting a pile of donuts just a bunch of rowdy tires and then I couldn't tell which tire to work. The bigger hook also helped because at 50+ I cannot see a thing anymore (with or without my glasses LOL). Thanks for the kit, the video, the encouragement - we are grooving now!!!
I tried and tried and tried. I watched this video and mimicked stitch by stitch. It took me a few days, but I finally got it. I'm beginning to really enjoy it. Trust the process and go slowly. You'll get it. As she explains, it takes a few rows to look good. Once you get that done, it will become much easier and far more enjoyable. Keep at it. You'll be fine.
Can't start this project until after the weekend, but this video makes me want to skip work the next few days and play with crochet and beads! Thanks!!
Need me to write you a doctor's note???
You make this look so easy, and like so much fun. I can’t wait to get started.
It is TONS of fun! Enjoy!
Ann Benson has a book “Beaded Crochet Designs” that has patterns, a wealth of formation and illustrations on how to do beaded crochet.
Ann Benson is brilliant! Her video is what helped this technique CLICK for me!
I've been struggling with this, but I am determined to crack it. This the first tutorial I've seen so far which describes the way the beads sit (horizontally or vertically placed hole) depending on whether they have just been worked, or are next to be worked! No wonder my first attempts looked like a dog's dinner!
Thank you so much for making this tutorial - it is the first one that has explained it so well.
I'm so glad it was helpful!
Oh, what fun! Another new craft…. (Help, I’m drowning in new crafts. 😂) Northern lights, glow in the dark beads? WOW. Perfect gifts for my nieces. ❤
My mom had a pearl necklace that was a tube like this in the 70s. I always loved it and wondered how to make it. I've seen a lady from Russia (?) on Instagram make these tubes into jewelry and fascinated by it but never enough to actually try it. I ordered the indigo and am excited to get it! But I have to admit that I got the laxo cuff kit and it was on my sewing desk but I haven't seen it for weeks!! I had just got to the point that I needed to rewatch the video plus print out the directions (my printer wasn't working). I need to find that and work it up too!
I love beaded crochet. Wonderful solution for keeping our shawls looking spiffy!
Wow these are cool!
Thanks!!!!
It took me a bit to get it. Now, this is so much fun!
I ordered a kit! I’m so excited and happy. I have my great grandmother’s crochet hooks she used for lace. 😊
I am so excited! I have been trying to learn bead crochet since the early 2000s...thanks for the lesson:)
Excited to start my kit!!! Thanks for always making sure we're successful in making your designs!
You are so welcome!
I just got my kit! Thank you!! I have a quick question. I am having a hard time opening the magnetic clasp. Any suggestions on how to open it?
You just have to get your fingernail in there and bend the two ends away from each other... if you do it at an angle it will pull apart!
Thanks for this tutorial 🙏🏻🙏🏻
My pleasure 😊
I love this beaded cuff!! I also love your scarf. What pattern is this? Thank you for the detailed instructions.
Thanks! That is Sprang Scarf... you can see it here: www.nelkindesigns.com/sprangscarf
I cannot believe how much trouble I am having - your tutorial is so good and clear. I am obeying and repeating Ann's mantra IN, OVER, DOWN, AROUND, THROUGH!. But none of my beads look like donuts - they all look like tires. and I am pushing the bead down and to the right of the hook before bringing down another bead. have pulled it out so many times, i am going to have to cut the thread and start with a fresh length because of fraying...am going to try w/a larger hook as you suggest and maybe I can figure out what I am doing wrong...
Yes, try with a larger hook, yarn and beads... also, sometimes it helps to look at other tutorials as they way someone else explains the technique might help it click? Let me know how that goes!
@@LauraNelkin OMG finally - my tube looks like yours!!! I have donuts and a round of tires - whoopie!! So, what was I doing wrong?? #1. I was putting my hook through two strands of thread (I am a knitter so I got totally focused on the chain - not putting my hook UNDER THE BEAD). #2. I did not pick up on the move where you moved the thread after pushing the bead to the right of the hook. So I could not figure out why my thread wasn't "crossing" like yours did. I watched another person's video and she really slowed that part down and even said if you don't move your thread, the bead will stick out. The thread has to fall between the two loops on your hook before you bring down the next bead and then that bead falls between those two loops. With these 2 fairly major (but seemingly minor) errors, I was not getting a pile of donuts just a bunch of rowdy tires and then I couldn't tell which tire to work. The bigger hook also helped because at 50+ I cannot see a thing anymore (with or without my glasses LOL). Thanks for the kit, the video, the encouragement - we are grooving now!!!
I tried and tried and tried. I watched this video and mimicked stitch by stitch. It took me a few days, but I finally got it. I'm beginning to really enjoy it. Trust the process and go slowly. You'll get it. As she explains, it takes a few rows to look good. Once you get that done, it will become much easier and far more enjoyable. Keep at it. You'll be fine.
Where do you buy the japanese beads from? I’d like a few more colors… ty!
Try caravan beads in Portland Maine!
I am pretty new here and where do I find the kit to buy? Are there directions on how many beads of each color to thread on in the kit? Thank you!
Hi!
The kits are here: www.nelkindesigns.com/sprangcuffkit The kits include the pattern which includes detailed bead stringing instructions.
@@LauraNelkin Thank you very much!
@knitwithLauraNelkin what shawl pattern are you wearing?
Sprang Shawl! www.nelkindesigns.com/sprang
My crochet hook sizer (Katrinkles) smallest size is 2.5 any idea how to size some of these older steel hooks. .25 cents on shaft isn’t real helpful
sounds like you need a smaller gauge tool to size them!