Melbourne Bead Expo 2026 – Lanterns with Meg Thompson Friday 9th October 2026 1pm to 4pm

Description

Bookings Open

• Members Friday 7th August at 7pm
• Non-Members Friday 14th August at 7pm

• Instructor:  Meg Thompson
• Project name: Lanterns
• Description: Create these gorgeous lantern beaded beads using herringbone stitch. Deliberate colour choice and gradation creates a stunning design. The large beaded bead can be worn as a pendant or used as an ornament, while the earrings make a beautiful adornment for your ears.
• Skill Level: Basic beading skills required. Prior knowledge of tubular herringbone useful but not essential. Suitable for novice to advanced
• Kit: Optional
  • Earrings $35
  • Pendant $40
    • order kit via link to website
• Materials list:
  • • 8mm rounds x8
    •  6mm rounds x12-16
    •  4mm rounds x16-24
    •  8o (main colour) x0.5g
    •  4mm firepolished beads x16
    •  11o (main colour) x0.5g
    •  15o (contrast) x0.5g
    •  11o (contrast) x0.5g
    •  8o (contrast) x0.5g
    •  Headpins x2
    •  Earring hooks x2
    •  Chain or cord (not included in kits): no greater than 2mm diameter
• Students should also bring the following supplies to class.
  • Size 12 Beading Needle, Preferred thread, Bead mat, scissors/thread burner, magnifier/lighting as required.