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Beadwork by Donna
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 20 ธ.ค. 2018
My name is Donnalynn Benoit and I am a proud Mi’kmaq woman and artist. I did not grow up knowing I was Indigenous, but I have embraced my culture since finding out my heritage. I am thankful to the Creator for my cultural journey and the opportunity to connect to my Indigenous culture and community. I am proud to be one of the many Mi’kmaq people to be reclaiming their culture, language and heritage after years of suppression and persecution. My jewelry beadwork facilitates and celebrates this connection and my hope is to inspire this in others in similar circumstances. Most importantly, my jewelry creates a safe space that ignites cultural conversations. While there are many important issues faced by Indigenous communities, my work focuses on celebrating Indigenous people, families and culture. This celebration helps reframe lingering stereotypes faced by Indigenous people and lays a foundation for deeper conversations on issues by our people.
Midnight Allure Topaz - Edging video
Please credit Indigenous Spirit Jewelry as the designer when sharing your recreations on social media Permission to use this design is extended to Indigenous/First Nations individual ONLY. Otherwise, copyright laws apply.
IMPORTANT - I recommend you watch the full video before starting, as I give lots of tips and tricks throughout that will help you :)
Below is a list of supplies required to recreate this design. These can be purchased in my Black Box Beading Kit kit (with Light Colorado Topaz Austrian Cab add on) on my website: www.indigenousspiritjewelry.ca/beading-kits
- Light Colorado topaz Austrian cabochons - 17mm x 28mm
- 4 tubes of size 11 seed beads - Czech eggshell pearl, charlotte cut opaque black, Czech opaque black, Czech light transparent topaz luster
- 1 piece of black felt
- 1 piece of black backing
- SS6 black rhinestone cup chain
- Edging beads (3mm cream pearl)
- 1 pair of gold fingernail posts
- Black beading thread (John Bead Good Thread suggested)
- Beading needle (size 10 suggested)
- E6000 glue
Have fun and be creative! If you are looking for a different type of edging, check out my TH-cam channel:
www.youtube.com/@UC4vDJwR45YIki2iUR_Z1ncQ
IMPORTANT - I recommend you watch the full video before starting, as I give lots of tips and tricks throughout that will help you :)
Below is a list of supplies required to recreate this design. These can be purchased in my Black Box Beading Kit kit (with Light Colorado Topaz Austrian Cab add on) on my website: www.indigenousspiritjewelry.ca/beading-kits
- Light Colorado topaz Austrian cabochons - 17mm x 28mm
- 4 tubes of size 11 seed beads - Czech eggshell pearl, charlotte cut opaque black, Czech opaque black, Czech light transparent topaz luster
- 1 piece of black felt
- 1 piece of black backing
- SS6 black rhinestone cup chain
- Edging beads (3mm cream pearl)
- 1 pair of gold fingernail posts
- Black beading thread (John Bead Good Thread suggested)
- Beading needle (size 10 suggested)
- E6000 glue
Have fun and be creative! If you are looking for a different type of edging, check out my TH-cam channel:
www.youtube.com/@UC4vDJwR45YIki2iUR_Z1ncQ
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Midnight Allure Topaz - Indigenous flat stitch earring design
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IMPORTANT - I recommend you watch the full video before starting, as I give lots of tips and tricks throughout that will help you :) Please credit Indigenous Spirit Jewelry as the designer when sharing your recreations on social media Permission to use this design is extended to Indigenous/First Nations individual ONLY. Otherwise, copyright laws apply. Below is a list of supplies required to re...
Beading 2 needle method
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Happy to share my knowledge on the 2 needle beading method! This is the method that works best for me.. Hope you find it useful.
Dentalium shells - Quality control process
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At indigenous spirit, jewelry, quality products is of the upmost importance! Here is an overview of how we process our dentalium shells to ensure you are getting the best quality shells for a great price!  Get yours here: www.indigenousspiritjewelry.ca/dentalium
Indigenous beaded earring edging - 1 bead stack
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This video demonstrates the 1 bead stack edging technique. I demonstrate using a bicone and seed bead, but a variety of bead types and sizes can be used with this method. Check out my website! shark-halibut-rm8r.squarespace.com/ Follow me on Facebook: indigenousspiritjewelry?mibextid=LQQJ4d Follow me on Instagram: indigenous_spirit_jewelry?igsh=MTZ4cjNpdjM2cnVveQ & If...
Indigenous beaded earring edging - blanket stitch and two bead loop
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This video demonstrates 2 earring techniques, blanket stitch edging and the 2 bead loop using wire guards to Start and finish. These techniques are the easiest to learn and the most forgiving for accurate bead spacing when ending the stitch. I quickly demonstrate these 2 methods, so you can easily see how I start and finish each edging technique. Check out my website! shark-halibut-rm8r.squares...
Best magnifying table top desk lamp review - Donna's favourite pick!
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This is the direct link to take you to the lamp amzn.to/3RLyeXQ Sharing a review of best beading light and magnifying lamp! This is a review of the Veemagni Real Glass Magnifying Desk Lamp & Clamp. This lamp is sold on Amazon at an affordable price. I consider this to be the best lamp of 2023 and 2024 (so far), not just in the top 5! Lamp specifications: - 2-in-1 Desk Lamp & Clamp Light: Magnif...
Beading 101 - Attaching wire guards to flat stitch embroidery
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In this video I will show you how to attach a wire guard, also known as a thread protector, to your flat stitch embroidery project! I have invented this method myself, as I was not able to find any videos teaching me this. Hopefully, you will find this video useful. always reinforce your wire guard with GS Hypo Jewelry Cement always go through each side of the wire guard one more time when you ...
Beading 101 - Felt Flat Stitch Embroidery
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In this video you will learn the basics of flat stich embroidery. I share helpful tips and tricks to help you on your beading journey. We start simple by setting up your project for success, needle threading and placement, thread tension and bead spacing. Check out my website! I sell top quality and hard to find beading supplies: www.indigenousspiritjewelry.ca/ - the best ever gold and silver f...
Beading 101 - Felt back, flat embroidery materials & supplies
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This video is designed as a compliment to my beading supplies and materials video. It speaks to the specific materials required for felt back beadwork embroidery around cabochons. Check out my website! shark-halibut-rm8r.squarespace.com/ Follow me on Facebook: indigenousspiritjewelry?mibextid=LQQJ4d Follow me on Instagram: indigenous_spirit_jewelry?igsh=MTZ4cjNpdjM2cn...
Beading 101 - Cabochons
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Explore the fun filled world of using cabochons! in this video, I review some common cabochon (cab) materials, sizes, shapes, and types. I discuss using real stones, crystals, matte cabs, clay cabs, and more. I also give considerations for working with different cabs, including thoughts for beginners. If you are new to beading with cabs, I recommend using bigger cabs and staying away from cabs ...
Beading 101 - Fringe beadwork supplies and materials
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This video is designed as a compliment to my beading supplies and materials video. It speaks to the specific materials required for fringe earrings. Check out my website! I sell top quality and hard to find beading supplies: www.indigenousspiritjewelry.ca/ - the best ever gold and silver filled, LARGE wire guards! - G-S Hypo cement - Seed beads: Size 11 seed beads (Czech, Miyuki, Charlotte cut)...
Beading 101 - Seed bead types and sizes
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This video is designed to help beginner beaders understand seed beads. In this video, I will be reviewing seed bead sizing, and some commonly used seed bead types, the differences between each and which are recommended for newer beaders. Please explore the following links if you are looking to learn more about seed beads! Noteworthy - There are 2 types of Miyuki beads. I refer to Miyuki Seed Be...
Beading 101 - Indigenous beadwork supplies and materials needed
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Check out my website! I sell top quality and hard to find beading supplies: www.indigenousspiritjewelry.ca/ - the best ever gold and silver filled, LARGE wire guards! - G-S Hypo cement - Seed beads: Size 11 seed beads (Czech, Miyuki, Charlotte cut) - Gold plated, hypoallergenic fingernail posts and other findings - Cabochons, high quality beading chain, Austrian crystal cabs and more! Follow me...
When cutting your backing if you lay the top down and trace around it you won't waste quiet so much. Just a thought.
Thank you! This is super helpful. How kind of you to teach us. I really do appreciate it.💚✌️
Thank you! Always pulled my thread really tight …now I know why the beads always buckled!!
@@shirleyjobson6597 you’re welcome 🙌
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Super helpful, thank you!
You're welcome!
I am a newbie, I am need ing to know, what size needles do you need for each bead size. a friend gave me some thread and needles abut i dont know the thread size she gave me. Thanks for the tip on metalllic beads. TY
That’s a really good question. Generally the bigger the bead, the bigger than needle. There is more to consider. For instance, with size 11 seed beads generally you can get away with using a size 10 needle. Of course you could also use size 11 or 12 because they are smaller. The thing to be most cognizant of is when using size 13 or 15 beads, you would use size 11 and 12 needles, respectively, or just use size 12 for both. Something else to keep in mind is the smaller than needle, the more difficult it will be to thread because the hole size will be smaller. Thread is another area altogether. There are different thicknesses for Nymo, I just use Good Thread for everything
Dear Donna, Thank You Very Much. I now know how to make the edging look wonderfull.🥰🥰🥰 Halina in Australia
Thanks for these tips and the links. I try to only buy from Canadian businessess.
You are welcome. That is wonderful, thank you for supporting Canadian businesses!
do you have a video of how to finish the end and tie it all together :)?
Hello! I do :) The "Indigenous beaded earring edging - blanket stitch and 2 bead loop will show you this. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the reply I will check it out. I’ve been having such a hard time with these !
Please reach back if I can provide more support!@@goatfuck
I just started to do bead embroidery, and of course I started with a Toronto Maple Leaf Logo a big 1, what was I thinking. It turned out pretty good, but I never knew you could put wire guardians on. And yes, I threw away my cheap ones and got the good ones. You are a great teacher, very calm. Keep them coming. Kirstem D Ont. Canada
Hello and thank you for the feedback! Your story reminds me of my first attempt at fringe - I did a 15 row pair. I almost quit forever lol. Happy you like the good wire guards, big difference right? I threw the old ones away once I got the good ones too! If you have not tried John Bead Good Thread, you should. I threw away my nymo once I tried this thread as well. Thanks for watching!
Thank you so much for this video! I bought it after watching (from Amazon and it even had a $10 off coupon) and received it yesterday. You are exactly right….it is a game changer!! Not only is it MUCH easier to see what you’re doing but it helps with posture too. I’m not scrunched over anymore. Thank you 🙏 😊
So happy to hear the video and lamp helped you! This was my first review, but I had to share because I NEED my lamp :)
Apparently I didn’t realize how much I needed one!
Same for me at first!
Thank you Donna, pls keep posting ❤
Great video! Looking forward to trying this technique. I usually do two beads at a time but sometimes find it doesn’t lay correctly around the cab. I’m just trying the two needle method but getting a little frustrated with all the thread 😆
Thank you! I will try the two needle method soon. The one needle works so well that I have not been quick to learn the 2 needle. Perhaps I will learn and then do a comparison video!
Great video! What type of felt do you prefer?
Thank you! I have only ever used beading felt purchased from beading supply sites. Beadsmith and John Bead are common names, but you can find it on most sties. Indigenous sties usually have good prices! You can also go to a fabric store and inquire about stiff felt (pellon) for beading. They will be able to assist.