Sew What’s Up Presents
The Sew What’s New Archive
This archived content is from Mary Wilkins’ sewing and
quilting message board “Sew What’s New,” which was
retired in August 2007. It is being provided by
“Sew What’s Up,”
which serves as the new home for many members of “Sew What’s New.”
From: OrigamiFox
Date: 03-13-2005, 11:40 PM (1 of 10)
|
I want to add some silver beads to my daughter's banquet dress. I've never done anything like this before. Can anyone point me in the right direction for some instructions on how to do this? Thanks!! OrigamiFox |
User: OrigamiFox
Member since: 03-07-2005 Total posts: 10 
|
From: bridesmom
Date: 03-14-2005, 07:56 AM (2 of 10)
|
I hand beaded my daughters wedding dress last summer. I had a hard time getting any information but finally found some information on a forum out of Yahoo called Canadian Beaders. My daughters dress was two layers, an underdress of satin with an overdress of organza, the bodice was also boned and lined. The beads were put all on the top bodice of the dress and on the swag that went across her waist. When I did the bodice I put the beads on before attaching the lining, so that all the threads were underneath the lining on the inside of the dress and wouldn't catch from the inside. I used a white beading thread, knotted about every 5 beads or so unless the beads were quite far apart, then knotted each one separately. I also did a loop to tie each bead before going onto the next bead. If your thread may show, use a clear thread. I had to design the pattern for the beading and did that by drawing out the pattern on a paper pattern of the dress. I tried beading right through the pattern onto the dress but that didn't work, so I eventually used pins to guide me through the pattern. I was going to use a washable fabric marking pen but I didn't want to have to wash the whole dress once it was beaded. If you want any more info, let me know and I can probably find my paperwork, as I did get some good information and pass it along to you. Hope this helps somewhat. Feel free to email me directly if you'd like more detailed info. Laura Laura
Tickled pink with my Innovis 4000D |
User: bridesmom
Member since: 01-21-2004 Total posts: 2026 |
From: chatter
Date: 03-17-2005, 08:23 PM (3 of 10)
| You have gotten some good advice! Sounds like the lady knows exactly what she's talking about! Good Luck! I'm sure the dress will be lovely! |
User: chatter
Member since: 03-05-2005 Total posts: 9 |
From: OrigamiFox
Date: 03-18-2005, 01:49 AM (4 of 10)
Thanks so much for your help. Not sure if I'll be actually doing this (dd doesn't trust me!), but I might be able to use this info in the future.
|
User: OrigamiFox
Member since: 03-07-2005 Total posts: 10
|
From: Ole' Girl
Date: 03-20-2005, 09:48 PM (5 of 10)
|
You may not believe this, but I've helped to bead pageant dresses for years, mostly adding to what was already on there. If it was on a lace overlay, or something that wouldn't show spots, we would use Sobo glue and put dots of glue where we dropped beads, sequins,rhinestones, or pearls. You really couldn't tell the difference, and it was a whole lot faster. We would string hanging beads with beading thread, but even then they would wear and break. We had a lot of fun and our girls really "shined". Of course, like I said, it depends on the material. Shirley C. |
User: Ole' Girl
Member since: 03-13-2005 Total posts: 33 |
From: LeapFrog Libby
Date: 03-23-2005, 06:47 PM (6 of 10)
|
Make a little sample to show her what it would look like. Maybe she just cannot visualize it..
Sew With Love
Libby |
User: LeapFrog Libby
Member since: 05-01-2002 Total posts: 2022 
|
From: paroper
Date: 03-28-2005, 11:20 PM (7 of 10)
|
I use double thread when I bead and I also use a beading needle (a little finer than regular needles) because many of the beads have very small holes. Depending on the look you like, you might want to consider heat set crystals, or pearls as a quicker alternative (just a thought). I don't exactly know what else is available in heat setting but they don't break loose like the beads and the available options are growing all the time now. pam
Bernina 200e, Artista V5 Designer Plus, Explorations, Magic Box, Bernina 2000DE & 335 Bernette Serger, Bernina 1530 Sewing Machine, Bernina 1300 DC Overlock (with coverstitch) |
User: paroper
Member since: 02-03-2004 Total posts: 3775 |
From: Carol in ME
Date: 03-30-2005, 08:43 AM (8 of 10)
|
I have also glued tiny beads on. It worked just fine on a dance costume. I have also read, but have not tried, the following: Some seamster said she glued sequins on. If a tiny bit of glue squishes up through the center hole, it stays on just fine. On my very first beaded dress, I was paranoid every time I heard a bead drop. I searched them out, and put them back on the dress, (somewhere, anywhere!) When I told my customer, she giggled a little and said, "My sister owns a bridal shop. Beads occasionally come off dresses. That's why she carpeted the floor." Now the purists among us may argue that all beads be hand sewn securely enough to last for generations. I just throw these ideas out for your consideration. As far as I know, dry cleaning will dissolve the glue, so keep in mind the cleaning method your project will endure. |
User: Carol in ME
Member since: 01-27-2003 Total posts: 105 |
From: paroper
Date: 03-30-2005, 09:01 AM (9 of 10)
|
Although you would never wash a wedding dress, I've been amazed how well the glued rhinestones have stayed on through multiple washings on my granddaughter's outfits!
pam
Bernina 200e, Artista V5 Designer Plus, Explorations, Magic Box, Bernina 2000DE & 335 Bernette Serger, Bernina 1530 Sewing Machine, Bernina 1300 DC Overlock (with coverstitch) |
User: paroper
Member since: 02-03-2004 Total posts: 3775 |
From: Carol in ME
Date: 03-30-2005, 01:40 PM (10 of 10)
| To clarify: glued on sequins, beads and rhinestones CAN be washed, but can't be dry-cleaned. So any gown made of washable material is a good candidate for glue-on beads, but this effort on a dry-clean-only gown should be considered temporary. |
User: Carol in ME
Member since: 01-27-2003 Total posts: 105 |
Visit Sew What’s Up for the latest sewing and quilting tips and discussions.
This page was originally located on Sew What’s New (www.sew-whats-new.com) at http://www.sew-whats-new.com/vb/archive/index.php/t-15330.html
Sew What’s Up is hosted by ZenSoft