Tyvek Beads

 

Whether you have some sheets from a craft supplier, or packaging from the post, Tyvek is a great material for making beads to embellish your projects. Linda demonstrates the basic technique and how to make more elaborate versions with wire and seedbeads.

**Please work safely and ensure there is adequate ventilation when working with heat tools.* *

Approximate run time: 16 minutes

Presenter: Linda Kemshall

Whether you have some sheets from a craft supplier, or packaging from the post, Tyvek is a great material for making beads to embellish your projects. Linda demonstrates the basic technique and how to make more elaborate versions with wire and seedbeads.
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You'll need...

To work along with Linda you’ll need:

  • Tyvek, this could be sheets/envelopes/packaging
  • Jacquard Lumiere fabric paints
  • Heat tool
  • Kebab stick
  • Pin
  • 4mm brass wire
  • Selection of small beads
  • Pliers
  • Ribbon / cord / chain

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