Making a Sequined Koi Fish Brooch ✨

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  • @mohmeegaik6686
    @mohmeegaik6686 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +40

    Bianca is an unsung genius. Well done Bianca.

  • @chaeburger
    @chaeburger 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +50

    I am STOKED to find out what you're doing with all that water fabric and now these cute little koi! The vibes will be immaculate 🌊

  • @creepycutiecrafty
    @creepycutiecrafty 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +28

    I think “the Dimensionality of the Fish” needs to be put on a t-shirt design! 😂
    I love that design! The half shell fins are genius! It’s such a beautiful finished piece, it reminds me of Cartier’s jewellery from the thirties and forties that featured onyx and coral.
    Awesome work!

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you! Cartier are goals, the tutti-frutti and their Egyptian revival stuff are my favorite 😍

    • @creepycutiecrafty
      @creepycutiecrafty 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@TheClosetHistorian I’m constantly blown away by the pieces they created - their Mystery Clocks are just awesome!
      There was a display of their work at the British Museum in the late 1990’s that I visited. Just incredible work - and definitely your style, I reckon! (I recommend seeking out the book of the exhibition!)

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@creepycutiecrafty I was lucky enough to be interning at the Denver Art Museum while they were getting their Cartier exhibition together, so I spent several days researching different pieces. Then I got to go to the opening of the exhibition and walk through it several times, so I have that coffee table book for sure! theclosethistorian.blogspot.com/2014/11/brilliant-cartier-in-20th-century.html

    • @creepycutiecrafty
      @creepycutiecrafty 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@TheClosetHistorian that is so cool! You’re very lucky indeeed!
      I was always blown away with their carved emerald pieces - when you realise how brittle emerald can be it’s doubly impressive (I trained as a jewellery designer/craftperson, so I got to learn that side of it!)
      I feel that Cartier became a lot less interesting once that design side dropped off. Not that I’d turn down a piece if it were offered to me though! 🤣

  • @waterbitten
    @waterbitten 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    Ive never seen shell shaped sequins before. The koi look stunning, job well done!.

  • @victoriawu6551
    @victoriawu6551 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    I can't get enough of these beading videos. Mesmerizing, calming, thrilling. I'll never be able to own all these different types of beads, but I can watch your amazing crafting, and dream.

  • @chaeburger
    @chaeburger 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    And if you're looking for long brooch pin backs, Pasternak Findings has long silver ones in multiple sizes (25mm-55mm). They are, like, $5-$8 each, but for the amount you probably need that doesn't seem too bad

  • @danielled403
    @danielled403 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    I love all of the textures and beading “mediums” at play. Fantastic, as usual!

  • @gwenwells3699
    @gwenwells3699 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    These little koi fishes are both stunning! Like one of the other commenters, I am especially enamored of the little orange fellow--a winsome juvenile. Well done, as ever!!

  • @GG-py9vp
    @GG-py9vp 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Absolutely beautiful. I think we should bring brooch wearing back. Yours will be a real heirloom to be treasured ❤

  • @belfrykat
    @belfrykat 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    they are both beautiful, but i am swoony for the smaller orange one.

  • @debrab8109
    @debrab8109 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Hi Bianca, love the new koi brooches. Siamese fighting fish would be really interesting to make for a wide variety of colour. Firemountain Gems has a wide variety of pin backs, they may have the ones you really like.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you Debra! Will check out the backs situation!

  • @katynosework
    @katynosework 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    The translucency is beautiful! They are so adorable they need names.

  • @janebithell9662
    @janebithell9662 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Bianca, they are both absolutely gorgeous. I just wouldn't have the patience! 😊

  • @tiffanytomasino335
    @tiffanytomasino335 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    They turned out lovely! I keep telling myself I don't need another hobby, but then I see another of your projects and 😅. Thank you, Bianca.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you Tiffany! There is never enough time, I quite agree 😅

  • @pennyplaysbach
    @pennyplaysbach 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    It’s amazing how adding just the eye immediately made the fish buddy come alive! Have you named them? They are such cute, puffy buddies!🐠😀

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you Penny! No names yet, but they would have to be cute Japanese names ❤️

  • @andrewadams3894
    @andrewadams3894 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +22

    A couple of odd thoughts. With this new aquatic theme, might we expect an octopus epaulet? And, given your frequent use of Blade Runner themes, I have to ask "Do electric sheep have lurex fleece?"

    • @alexbaldwin3827
      @alexbaldwin3827 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      I've been wanting octopus epaulettes for about 8 years and I never thought of beading them 😍 Thank you for the inspiration ❤

    • @waterbitten
      @waterbitten 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      I, too, am hoping for a gorgeous jeweled octopus.

    • @sand0khan555
      @sand0khan555 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Octopus backpack!

  • @debraanneclark2188
    @debraanneclark2188 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Awesome I love your bead work insects and now fish the effect of the beads gives them a realistic look

  • @talebm5008
    @talebm5008 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Absolutely brilliant. It's the first time I've seen something like this, truly inspiring.

  • @michellecornum5856
    @michellecornum5856 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Beautiful!
    They always get rid of the good stuff.
    You made this look so easy.
    Start with the eye, then fill in the details!
    The dimensionality of the fish make them look actual fish heavy.
    I love these!!!!!❤

  • @leslikuyweski4576
    @leslikuyweski4576 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    These koi are FABULOUS! I've always liked koi on porcelain. Now I must have them on my clothes!!

  • @kaytiej8311
    @kaytiej8311 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    A fabulously decadent piece. And that jar of shell sequins? Delicious!

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you Kaytie! I first mixed the shell sequins in a big bowl and it was so satisfying stirring them around 🤩

  • @karengoldie6801
    @karengoldie6801 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Oh, how pretty and sparkling ✨️ and such dimensionality!!!! 😅

    • @armedvsokord
      @armedvsokord 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      😂😂😂 oh that got me! I needed that thank you.

  • @kckazcoll1
    @kckazcoll1 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    once again I am blown away by your creative skills and artistry! Love your koi brooch 😍

  • @suzannewch7202
    @suzannewch7202 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Bianca, I love your bug & moth brooches, but am terrified of the real life one. These fish I’m truly enjoying without my negative mind in the background!😉 you are just so talented! Loved the two koi on that fabric at the end, fish swimming in a pond!

  • @kathrynmccarthy
    @kathrynmccarthy 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It turned out so beautifully! I love seeing your beading projects.

  • @InThisEssayIWill...
    @InThisEssayIWill... 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Soo.. I'm currently working on a Luna moth inspired by your beading adventures (and I am so proud of how it's coming along) but I just.. hadn't thought to branch out to aquatics 😯 this is stunning
    As lovely as koi fish are, flying fish are the ones that own my heart and now I desperately want to start one..

  • @ghostsandcoffee126
    @ghostsandcoffee126 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Absolutely adore these little koi! I think you translated the 3D nature, as seen through water, of a fish. Lovely work as always! 😌 💜

  • @damogranheart5521
    @damogranheart5521 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Absolutely stunning!🐡🪸 I love a good brooch! It's like frosting on a plain 🎂 🥮. Sets a garment on a whole new level. Blessings on all of your endeavors!

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you! Brooches forever ❤

    • @damogranheart5521
      @damogranheart5521 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @TheClosetHistorian When I was a child, my aunt would allow me to go through her jewelry box. She had a pheasant brooch that I loved. I would pick out a scarf and sweater to match and bring them to her so she could put them on herself. I thought they were perfect on her.

  • @marcco44
    @marcco44 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    really stunning work Ms.B!! your weekly videos are ALWAYS a WEALTH of artistry and creativity!!!🎨🧵🪡♥

  • @amytuite7449
    @amytuite7449 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Bianca this is absolutely divine!!!! ❤❤❤❤

  • @guineverecassidy4855
    @guineverecassidy4855 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    You create such amazing beaded pieces. What a masterpiece!

  • @devalaellune
    @devalaellune 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I am suppressing the urge to make a silly koi pun. Instead I just want to say, this is lovely! The fins look so cool. Also I really enjoyed the background music you used. Very relaxing and sparkly video.

  • @MrsLovelyPendragon
    @MrsLovelyPendragon หลายเดือนก่อน

    This music is so relaxing I love it! Combined with watching it’s the chefs kiss 💯

  • @sistersarann3819
    @sistersarann3819 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It is beautiful. I greatly love how you create and show us the different stages you go through. Thank you my dear :)

  • @VickyVanViolet
    @VickyVanViolet 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You did it again! What a beautiful brooch, what a wonderful idea! Thank you for sharing!

  • @bethliebman8169
    @bethliebman8169 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good looking fins! Nice choice and very fishy. Love the jewelry making videos.

  • @Hiker_who_Sews
    @Hiker_who_Sews 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Both little and less little are lovely!

  • @donnalewis4895
    @donnalewis4895 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very pretty. Cant wait to see your next creation. Hugs

  • @SandieMitchell
    @SandieMitchell 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow, those are the sweetest little fish!😍

  • @deeplystrange0
    @deeplystrange0 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love the use of the shell sequins, so creative and amazingly realistic. Great job as usual.

  • @petapendlebury9024
    @petapendlebury9024 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Lovely. Now they can swim together! They looked wonderful on the silky fabric - truly swimming 🐟 🐠

  • @gloriouslyimperfect
    @gloriouslyimperfect 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Gorgeous as always Bianca.

  • @lillianelliott5624
    @lillianelliott5624 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I love it, please do a frog.x

    • @bota7763
      @bota7763 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes please!

  • @mudpuppystitchery
    @mudpuppystitchery 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Absolutely brilliant!! Thank you so much for this incredible tutorial!! 💚🐠

  • @jillhoffman4140
    @jillhoffman4140 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow! You are amazing and so is your koi!! Beautiful!!

  • @CLEliasArt
    @CLEliasArt 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Gorgeous. You are such an imaginative artist. I love all your work.✨🩷

  • @ViperBurlesque
    @ViperBurlesque 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Oooooo I love!!! I made a beaded koi skeleton a few years ago that I layered underneath some very transparent organza that I embroidered some Lillypads on to. I layered that overtop so it looks like the skeleton koi is swimming in a pond lol

  • @HosCreates
    @HosCreates 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love your broaches ! I don't have the patience for fiddly beads but I love watching what you do with them !

  • @beatricenowell8207
    @beatricenowell8207 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love the fish brooch! Wish everything went as well as this project.

  • @Mommamacnz
    @Mommamacnz 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The koi came out so lovely.

  • @missygeorge1315
    @missygeorge1315 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    They are magical! You are an artist. Have you ever made a peacock one?

  • @lupinotuumlunam
    @lupinotuumlunam 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It is great to see the larger sequins being used. I have wondered what they could be used for. For some reason I see a pair of these as shoulder epaulets with a chain connecting them. Thanks.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you! I always look at larger sequins as raw material for cut-your-own sequins 😂

  • @amb163
    @amb163 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Oooooo!! The koi fishies are so pretty!

  • @emilysullivan4031
    @emilysullivan4031 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Yasssss!!! I love these so much. It makes me want to finally start working on the lizard brooch I've been wanting to make for a long time.

  • @dyanalayng5507
    @dyanalayng5507 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    What a beautiful idea, so finely done. ❤

  • @RaquelliBee
    @RaquelliBee 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love this. I now want to make my own goldfish broach using materials i already have. Im definitely going to make some large flat beads out of air dry clay for the fins! A new project is in the queue. Thank you for the inspiration ❤❤❤

  • @madamethome5869
    @madamethome5869 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    These are so beautiful. Can imagine the background satin draped in a glass topped glass box display coffee table with all different beaded koi as a decorative accent in a living room. Love working with beads and felt and I wonder if you were able to design koi kits that could be assembled by others and sold as hobby kits if you could get an income as the initial designer of the kit. These could be as you said used for so many decorative purposes. You are a wonderful designer and teacher and if you could design kits that others could do the assembly work for it would be wonderful for you if you could get a nice income for it while you go on to create other dreams!

  • @JosieStev
    @JosieStev 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Lovely. Again, another masterpiece 🎨

  • @Ami5Jo
    @Ami5Jo 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Amazingly gorgeous. I almost wish I had the patience for sewing sequences.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! I'm in the middle of a much more giant sequin project, now so clearly I must be more patient than I imagine myself 😅

  • @kellytroy7602
    @kellytroy7602 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Both of those koi fish are beautiful additions to your pin menagerie. I did also get some amusement out of you calling them buddies since one of my friend's daughter calls all her plushies buddies too. The shiny buddies appeal to me more personally 😄

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you Kelly! They are indeed my tiny sequin menagerie ✨

  • @Lovebeing543
    @Lovebeing543 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Absolutely beautiful! You are quite the artist.

  • @lesleyharris525
    @lesleyharris525 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beautiful, make such stunning and unique pieces, ❤

  • @egrace3738
    @egrace3738 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I just KNEW this was one of your beautiful projects❣️ Even before I saw it was your channel 😊

  • @tjs114
    @tjs114 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    If it is of any use, Wool felts are often available at Quilting shops as well. Since so many chain fabric and crafting stores are closing, finding things at specialty shops to actually touch them rather than purchase online blind might be helpful.

  • @laurelnolen2056
    @laurelnolen2056 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Amazing work, as always! I think the light gray felt is perfect, actually. If the felt backing were white, I don't think you'd see the increasing opacity of the white sequins as they overlapped one another.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! The interplay of the transparency was indeed fun ✨

  • @dellymel9840
    @dellymel9840 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wonderful! I adore brooches and this one is so unique it is beautiful.x

  • @ElaineBakerCreepyCaboodle
    @ElaineBakerCreepyCaboodle 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beautiful work again; this is so gorgeous!

  • @ninapettersen5220
    @ninapettersen5220 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    They are both Beautiful 😍👏🏻

  • @harpress
    @harpress 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This came out amazing! I would never have thought to cut shell sequins down so the shape fits. What a glorious idea.
    also, recently I was on a trip to Ireland and I saw some stunning sequin brooches in a shop, a lionfish caught my eye and I bough it.... I asked the brand and of course it was trovelore. I thought about you, of course! Anyway, I love my little fish!

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! I am forever tempted by more Trovelore!!

  • @GiraffeLoverJen
    @GiraffeLoverJen 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That little Koi buddy is spectacular! I love the different textures and finishes. The whole thing is just wonderful!!

  • @KDF-to9ot
    @KDF-to9ot 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is a whole other level of craftmanship. Exquisite!

  • @SewingBoxDesigns
    @SewingBoxDesigns 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Gorgeous! This is something I would definitely love to make, thank you so much for this! OMG, gorgeous!

  • @debraking7412
    @debraking7412 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Bianca, the koi fish looks really beautiful. I can just imagine how fabulous it will look on one of your dresses or indeed, one of your jackets.

  • @VeretenoVids
    @VeretenoVids 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love the shells as fins!

  • @moonbasket
    @moonbasket 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So beautiful! Great work!

  • @robintheparttimesewer6798
    @robintheparttimesewer6798 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Stunning!! I love your beading videos everyone of your creations are beautiful! I will be sending a link to a few people I know who are starting to bead!

  • @mimzyriepensell1423
    @mimzyriepensell1423 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Fabulous fish!! I get so excited to try these every time you make one. So, one day soon….

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! Do it, bead all the things!!

  • @Beth-ch7pj
    @Beth-ch7pj 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beautiful work as always Bianca! You're so talented and I really enjoy watching these beading videos of yours ❤.Imagine one of these with strings of blue beads sandwiched between the two felt layers and hanging down with little silk lily pads or lotus flowers at the ends!

  • @bethknapp4935
    @bethknapp4935 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    These came out gorgeous!!!!! I would love to see you try a Betta fish as well! All of those beautiful blues and violets. ❤❤❤

  • @Puckty
    @Puckty 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    it came out looking so cute!

  • @roadrunnercrazy
    @roadrunnercrazy 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Fabulous! As always. 😊🎏

  • @coreygilles847
    @coreygilles847 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I ❤the beetles and I adore the koi! You are so talented!

  • @cassmacdonald-perfectlyimp2486
    @cassmacdonald-perfectlyimp2486 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m overawed by your incredible skill and wish I could do this

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you!! You can do this!! A little practice and you too can overlap sequins with abandon in no time ❤

  • @fairycloudz315
    @fairycloudz315 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Stunning work like always. I recently took a tambour/Luneville embroidery course and the final project is an aquatic animal. I chose a Moray Eel, so this provided great inspiration!

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you! That sounds like a fun class! I took a tambour course making a flower at the Royal School of Needlework back in 2012 😅✨

  • @laurapeters4683
    @laurapeters4683 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I want to do this so bad but last thing I need is another hobby. I am doomed to watch from afar. In agony. Love the size

  • @sandrahochhuber-eigenliebe
    @sandrahochhuber-eigenliebe 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Oh, so beautiful! ❤❤❤

  • @jilliedillie
    @jilliedillie 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow! You are an amazing creator!

  • @shameca14
    @shameca14 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Yay🎉! I love your brooch making videos 😊!

  • @Thisisgrogusway
    @Thisisgrogusway 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    ‘Dimensionality of the Fish’ - is that Armscye Princess’ debut album? 🤣

  • @pippippin1854
    @pippippin1854 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Always wanted to know how to make this brooches, got sequins thread beads etc...exciting ❤

  • @VerbenaComfrey
    @VerbenaComfrey 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So beautiful!

  • @Ella-iv1fk
    @Ella-iv1fk 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So cool. One day I hope to make a beaded brooch

  • @carolbarbee5653
    @carolbarbee5653 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It's so realistic looking I love it just beautiful ❤

  • @soozlillend
    @soozlillend 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    broken nails, hand with cat scratches.. i recognize myself so much in you 😅 if only dollars weren´t times 5 my currency i'd gladly support you over patreon. thx for keeping doing amazing things over here too

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      My hands and nails are always destroyed 🤣❤

  • @squareroutevintage7590
    @squareroutevintage7590 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Absolutley incredible.

  • @raraavis7782
    @raraavis7782 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That looks very pretty and lifelike!

  • @courtneyx9845
    @courtneyx9845 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    These are so beautiful. I want to try and make this, but as art on a canvas.

  • @jomooney6618
    @jomooney6618 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Always love your craft projects.. this was no exception!

  • @alisonc297
    @alisonc297 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love the koi...beautiful 🥰
    ....although I'm missing you say "beedle" 😂

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you Alison! I will never stop beedling 🪲

  • @agi2711
    @agi2711 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Again: oh wow! How beautiful!