Several years ago in the Spring, I made a
bead embroidered pendant with ribbons as the background. Once Spring was over, I started thinking that the Easter egg shape wasn't as versatile as I wanted for long term wearing. I put a lot of thought, work, and time into the original design, so I was kind of hesitant to change it and possible "ruin" it.
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But, as it turns out, change can be a very good thing!
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I cut the binding off (edging brick stitch and stack stitches) first, and then I snipped away at it until I liked the shape. I realize that this can be a risky method, but this time it worked out very well for me. I wear it much more now.
Instructions for edging brick stitch and stack stitch can be found in the first free chapter of my e-book,
Every Bead Has a Story.
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