Beaded Christmas Decorations by Claire Montgomerie

Beaded Christmas Decorations

Crochet
November 2023
Thread ?
1.5 mm
one size
UK
English

These cute folky baubles are the perfect fi rst beading project, using a mix of pre-strung and as-you-go beading techniques. The slightly haphazard, craſty nature of the aesthetic will compensate for any beginner mistakes

MATERIALS
● Scheepjes Maxi Sweet Treat,
100% cotton, 25g/140m/153yds
1 ball each:
Yarn A: Vintage Peach 414
Yarn B: Antique Mauve 257
Yarn C: Ginger Gold 383
Yarn D: Champagne 248
Yarn E: Bridal White 105
Yarn F: Poppy Rose 390
Yarn G: Apple Green 389
● 1.5mm hook for crocheting
● 0.75–1mm lace hook for beading
● Toho Beads (or similar seed beads), size 8.0
110 white beads
350 mixed colour beads
● Toy stuffing

MEASUREMENTS
Star: Approximately 8cm/3in diameter.
House: Approximately 12cm/4¾in tall.
Tree: Approximately 14cm/5½in tall.