What are valentines made of? Usually "love letters" are made of chocolate, plain paper and cardboard. Let's try to learn how to make valentines from beads: beautiful and original.
Consider in detail several options for beadwork, highlight the complex and problematic places of work. We hope that using the described techniques, you will be able to make a unique gift message to your loved one.
Valentines by square tourniquet technique
Before you make a Valentine, you will need to prepare the following materials:
- large-sized beads - for the fulfillment of the heart;
- beads (any of your choice with which you want to decorate the composition);
- fishing line (0.20 mm thick);
- a needle;
- chain and satin ribbon.
To form a valentine’s bead, use the square tow (column) technique. The main part in the scheme is a cube.
The procedure is as follows:
- The weaving process begins with fifteen cubes. Remember to pull the line: the posts should be tight and not too “lethargic”. After that, weave a column of fourteen cubes, while holding a right angle. The sides of the product must be of equal size. The first column of one side is final for the other. The connection of parts is carried out according to the principle of common cubes technique.
- Turn the product at a right angle, pointing it in its direction. Pull the ends of the column onto you, connect and sew, keeping the right angle of the composition. You should get a heart.
- To give your design strength, you can additionally fix it with beads.
- Decorating beads are used in both large and small sizes. If you wish, you can make the Valentine’s card more original - replace the beads with a “cabin”. Your heartfelt message will not only become smart, but will also gain a rainbow of sparkle.
- If you made soft knitting during the manufacture of the composition, do not worry: it can be fixed. To do this, drag the finished heart with a fishing line and decorate with beads and beads.
Valentines from beads can be decorated not only with stones: it all depends on the imagination of the master and the availability of available material. Alternatively, you can make a pair of hearts, different in size, which you will need to sew together with a satin ribbon. Decorate the ends of the ribbon with beads and beads.
Delicate beaded valentines: master class
To create a romantic and delicate composition, prepare the following materials:
- medium size beads;
- glass transparent beads with a diameter of two millimeters;
- thread or fishing line;
- connecting rings (to create a keyring or pendant).
Consider how to make a valentine from beads in a slightly different way. The presented master class for a beginner is a bit complicated. However, to cope with it is quite possible on condition of phased implementation, without violating the valentines scheme described in the article.
In the future, after mastering the basic principles and acquiring the skill, it becomes clear where and how you can experiment and add your own elements.
Valentine heart. First half
So let's get started:
- The whole composition is braided with one working thread. Start using the diagram from the first link. First, collect three faceted beads and three simple beads, then close the ring.
- Next, weave four more links, each of which should contain the same number of beads and beads. Their alternation and sequence should be as follows: 1 bead - 1 bead. Keep alternating. Weave each new link with the previous one.
- When the final link is finished, you need to collect one bead and pass it through the bead of the first link.
- Compare your progress with the full product outline.
- Dial one bead, after one bead and again one bead. With a set of such beads, go through the beads of the previous link. After that, again through the newly woven links.
- Weave each new link of the product exactly according to the pattern.
The second half of tender beaded valentines
Weave the second half of the heart in a similar pattern as the first. You will already have the contours of the first half and new links. For convenience, it is better to use a visual diagram.
Weave wings
Wings will add special romanticism to your product. They will need to be made from beads. In work you should have only one thread.
- For wings, take large beads. At the base, the wings should have a finer shape than along the edge.
- The main part of the wing is woven according to the general pattern.
- After the wings are woven into designated areas. To complete the work on the composition you need a chain and rings. Use these decorative details to give the product a complete look.
If you wish, you can make a unique pendant or a unique and romantic keychain from a heart with wings.
The final stage
Do not doubt your abilities and feelings. Follow the dear heart! Whatever you present to your loved one from the heart, he will be happy with the gift and the warmth of your heart. Enjoy your creative process and warm emotions!