So, two weeks ago the Coletterie linked to this Threads article showing a pair of beaded and embroidered sleeves. If you haven't seen it, do! They're absolutely beautiful. The detail is amazing.
It got me thinking about how cute it would be to add sheer beaded sleeves to a simple top or dress. I lack the experience or ability to make anything quite like the inspiration, but I have done a bit of beading and rather liked it. The Alabama Stitch Book even has a little info on beading, and the stencil patterns from it would work for beading patterns.
I started looking for examples, and while they weren't all over the place, I did find a few (quite a few wedding dresses, too). Here's one:
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I like that it's more modern, with the very plain bodice and bright colors, but the beading is a little heavy.
This is example from Flickr is on a sweater and different beads than I'd use, but I like the random, scattered style with a stronger concentration at the hem:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/onthevraydar/6425678691/
I'd use a simple bodice and little cap sleeves for this. And wouldn't the Truffle dress look good with beaded sleeves and matching detail on the ruffle?
What a pretty idea! I had never thought of beading on the sleeves as a detail, probably because I'm impatient but the time would be absolutely worth it!
ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting my blog! Yours is fab, love this post on inspiration. I love that orange top! I also really like the idea of a collar done with beading. It's a beautiful detail :)
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