Sets for embroidery with beads: characteristics of manufacturing companies and our advice on choosing

Today, embroidery with beads is a very popular kind of needlework. And sets for embroidery with beads many times simplify the work of the craftsmen in the selection and placement of each bead.

A minute history

The history of this kind of needlework goes back deeply into antiquity, when rulers and aristocrats wore clothes embroidered with precious stones. But the real flowering of embroidery with beads happened with the development of glass-making skill in the XVI-XVII century. Clothes began to be embroidered with glass beads, which, gradually decreasing, turned into the beads we used to be.

In the XIX century, embroidery with beads finally comes out of the category of curiosities, very popular is the embroidery of icons. However, by the end of the century this art is experiencing a decline.

A new birth of embroidery with beads happened in the middle of the XX century due to the flowering of the hippy movement. Distribution it received not only in the informal youth environment, but also older people familiarized themselves with this art, however, preferring baubles embroidered icons, paintings and clothes.

Materials

To the pleasure of the embroidery process is not overshadowed by minor troubles, it is necessary to choose materials very carefully. The main requirement for the beads is that it be the same size and quality, and the holes in it are not too narrow and not wide enough so that it does not hang on the thread and is firmly seated on the fabric. Threads must be the same color as the base, while thin and very strong. Also, to attach the canvas for work, you will need tapestry frames or embroidery frames. All this can be purchased in one set for embroidery, without breaking the head over the quality, size and quantity of materials. However, buying is still better sets of good, proven manufacturers, so that both the materials and the scheme are exactly in order. To get a set now it is possible in any shop of needlework, and also in Internet shops.

The largest manufacturers of embroidery kits

The Empire of Beads is a young Russian company producing sets for embroidery with beads. The firm has gained a certain popularity among the masters of beading, thanks in large part to the beautiful schemes made on the white canvas by the paintings of famous artists. The company provides a large selection of sets for embroidery of varying complexity and different sizes, completing sets of high-quality Czech beads and everything that can come in handy, including even scissors.

Web

Company Web - also specializes in the production of sets for embroidery with beads. However, in addition, produces sets for work in mixed technology, combining elements of embroidery cross, gobelin stitch and beads. On the canvas of this manufacturer, the picture is printed on linen and has the effect of oil painting. The sets are equipped with all the necessary, depending on the type of work: on a printed basis or in a mixed technique.

Butterfly

The company "Butterfly"( butterfly) is a Ukrainian producer. Designed by the designers of the scheme of this company have three-dimensional elements, combining elements of embroidery and weaving with beads. Also in the range there are greeting cards within the framework that you can embroider and give to your relatives. In addition, you can order a set based on a photo of your choice. Such a gift will be truly original.

Crozier

Crochet produces sets for embroidery with beads and for beading. Schemes of this company are designed so that even a beginner could easily master them. Also in the range of frames for icons, embroidered with beads.

Icons and paintings

Buy a set of beadwork icons - the easiest way to make your own hands a high-quality beautiful icon. It can be presented to relatives, pre-consecrated in the temple, to visit houses, to present as a gift to the church or the local museum. The set consists of a linen fabric with the image of face and hands, Czech or Japanese beads, needles, threads and instructions. Thanks to her, almost any person can embroider the icon with due diligence and patience.

There are also sets for embroidering a picture with beads. They also contain all the necessary materials and instructions, but are made according to the paintings of artists. Also popular are sets with children's pictures that parents and children can embroider.