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PHOTO CREDIT: Above photo by John Rickman Photography, San Jose, California. |
Dangling Paillette
or Faux Coin Edging
This is a beautiful way to decorate:
This method was used to decorate the short ends of the scarf Shira is wearing in the photo to the right. For a more earthy look, lightweight faux coins made of stamped aluminum can be used instead of the paillettes, and metallic seed beads instead of rocaille beads. Real coins would be too heavy for most garments. Top photo by John Rickman Photography, San Jose, California and his snake Alice. Click on either image to see more detail. |
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Supplies Required
- Rocaille Beads or Seed Beeds. Size 8 or 10 (this is the size sold in the plastic packages labelled as rocaille or seed beads). Look for these in craft stores such as Michael's, or the craft departments of fabric stores. They're also sold in stores that specialize in supplies for making beaded jewelry.
- Thin Needle. It needs to fit through those tiny beads! Special beading needles are available which are ideal for this.
- Thread. Any thread will do, but for strength the nylon beading thread called filo is recommended. It can be found in craft stores and beading supply shops.
- Beeswax.This is optional. Its purpose is to prevent the thread from tangling and knotting. People who don't sew very much may find it helpful to use this because it makes the thread easier to manage. It is sold in the "Notions" department of fabric stores.
- Paillettes or Faux Stamped Alumnium Coins. The size of a nickel works well for a first project, though paillettes come in many interesting sizes and shapes that can be fun to try.
Sewing the Trim
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