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Beaded Needle Case Patterns

I have reopened my Etsy shop. You can find it at this link  

https://www.etsy.com/shop/UntilWeBeadAgain

Over A Year

 Well, it has been over a year since my last post.  I have been very busy working as an RN.  The latest update is that I fell at work and tore my meniscus.  I will be having surgery soon.  I do plan to return to beading as soon as I am able.  

Until We Bead Again, Beth

New Beaded Needle Case Designs

 Beading up new needle case designs.  I'm building a collection of mermaids.  I have several mermaids from older designs but have recently added a Sponge Diver and Mermaid, and a Pirate and Mermaid.  I would like to put all of the mermaids in one book.  Anyone with good advice on printing a book of patterns please let me know.

Fundamentals of Woodturning

Last Saturday I attended my first class on woodturning.  This was so much fun!  Wooden needle cases are getting harder and harder to find.  So, I have decided to make them myself. Steve Elliott was my instructor.  He is an excellent teacher.  He even stayed late after class to show me all the tools I will need to make needle cases.  He even took the time to show me how to make a needle case.  I highly recommend going to Woodcraft for your wood working needs and classes.

 

Beth Beads Again

 How many years have passed? Too many!!! I did not realize how appropriately I had named my beading website...

 

Proud to be an American

Proud to be an American!

Beaded Needle Case Patterns

I am still here and selling my patterns.  I have been very busy making plans for a new adventure in life!  Thanks to everyone for keeping in touch and buying my patterns.

The February Post

Too busy...so just one post!

Working on Valentine and Birthday gifts...sorry no pics!

Working on Valentine and Birthday gifts...sorry no pics!

Beauty and the Beast Beaded Needle Case by Beth Murr

Beauty and the Beast 

Beaded Needle Case 

by Beth Murr

Beauty and the Beast

Guess who is next.

I cannot wait to get started on this design.  I have a new needle case that is 42 Delica beads around.  The lid is designed to keep the wood exposed.  The cases can be stained for different finishes.

It's about time for new tutorials. This would be a good one to start with.

Wizard of Oz Beaded Needle Case Patterns by Beth Murr

The collection is finally complete! 

I saved Dorothy for last and 

finished with a rainbow. 

Beth Murr's 

The Wizard of Oz 

Beaded Needle Case Pattern Collection

Dorothy

Scarecrow

Tin Man

Cowardly Lion

Glinda The Good Witch

The East Witch

The West Witch

Flying Monkey

Oz

Purchase the complete set for $30 

(save $15 and buy all 9 for $30)

or individual patterns for $5 each.

Send payment to my PayPal account:

BethMurr@epbfi.com 

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Dorothy Beaded Needle Case Pattern by Beth Murr

Dorothy is next.  

Saved the best for last...finishing with a 

Rainbow!

Glinda the Good Witch

Glinda is next!

Flying Monkey, Wizard, Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion beaded needle case patterns by Beth Murr

This collection is so much fun. Now I know why people collect Wizard of Oz memorabilia .  

Once again, the little voice inside my head said, "Go back to the thrift store." Guess who I found?  The Lion...could not believe it! I am putting the others on my wish list for Santa!

(Pictures are blurred to shoo away the pirates.)

Flying Monkey About to Lift His Wings by Beth Murr

Flying Monkey About to Lift His Wings by Beth Murr

Her flying monkey prepares to raise his wings! 

The Wicked Witch is sure to be next!  

We are saving Dorothy for last!!!

Wizard of Oz Beaded Needle Case Patterns by Beth Murr

I pulled the Oz Collection until all eight patterns are complete.  This little wizard in his hot air balloon is too much.

Only four more to go!

Alice in Wonderland Beaded Needle Case Patterns by Beth Murr

Woodland Creatures Collectiion Beaded Needle Case Patterns by Beth Murr

The Cowardly Lion Beaded Needle Case Pattern by Beth Murr

Do you believe in the Law of Attraction?  I do.

If not, explain this. Finally took a break from beading yesterday and went out for a burger. Something kept telling me to swing by the local thrift store. They had several bins of stuffed animals. At the bottom of one, I found these two guys!

Fifty cents each!

The Cowardly Lion is circling the needle case.

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Needle Case Pattern Inspiration. Where does it come from?

While working on the Wizard of Oz Tin Man, it occurred to me that some characters were missing. How could the set be complete without OZ? As I walked into a patient's room last night he said, "Here let me change the TV to something you can watch while you are in here." Much to my surprise he changed his ballgame to The Wizard of Oz movie. I explained to him that I had been wanting to see this movie because I needed to check on what colors the hot air balloon was. This opened a fun conversation about my bead work. The movie was at the exact part where the wizard is discovered behind the curtain; perfect timing! He was so excited to see my designs. His interest was playing a role in the design process and his smiles were genuine. I love this part of nursing. We connect with patients and actually see them healing through random acts of kindness. I will always remember him saying, "Now you know what color of green you need, use a very special red for her slippers, and don't forget the Good Witch."

Wizard of Oz Beaded Needle Case Patterns by Beth Murr

The RACE is on and it ain't on my bicycle.

I am going to complete this set by the first of 2019!  

That's my goal and I'ma sticking to it!!!

(Pics are small and blurred to shoo away the Pirates!)

BethMurr@epbfi.com

Raccoon Beaded Needle Case by Beth Murr

Beaded Raccoon Needle Case Pattern by Beth Murr

Raccoon Needle Case is next!

The Raccoon is next! Over the years, I have raised six little baby raccoons. We share so many similarities. Tactile creatures that we are, we love to do things with our hands. Shiny things catch our eye. Nightlife is definitely preferred over day. We are easy going and laid back until you threaten us. Even then, we prefer flight over fight. However, the bite is ferocious. Sudden and unexpected loud noises startle us. We can mix and mingle or find tranquility in solitude. We both have dark circles around our eyes! LOL!!! 

Australian Beading Magazine Websites We Love

Bound for Washington state. A few years back, I was featured in the Australian Beading Magazine. This was such a surprise to find in my mailbox that day. I still can't believe it. I find it so ironic that Shipwreck Beads was featured right beside me. Shipwreck Beads is in Washington state. I've had my eye on this place for a long time and I will go there! Gonna be a long road trip with many exciting stops along the way. Sure to be filled with Kodak moments.

Beaded Needle Case Patterns by Beth Murr

Beaded Needle Case Pattern by Beth Murr

The Great Blue Heron beaded needle case pattern is ready for purchase.

This is a great pattern for beginners. 

I will be putting this one in a kit!   BOLO for it.

This one will make a great gift for someone wanting to give peyote a try. 

The experienced bead weaver will love it too! 

Surprise a friend or treat yourself.

Santa Short Needle Case Pattern by Beth Murr

Needle Case Patterns on Pinterest

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Peyote Stitch Wrong Bead Removal

People often ask, "How long does it take you to make that?"  There are so many variables with each design.  First, the design is worked out in the Bead Tool 4 program. This is the "drawing board."  The pattern often requires changes after several rows are beaded up.  This can require me to go back to the drawing board. Sometimes I get lucky and can keep most of the rows I have beaded up and only a few beads need to be changed.  I  have a YouTube video on how this is done.

Red Fox Long Needle Case Pattern

Here's the Fox Long Needle Case Pattern

Woodland Creatures Beaded Needle Cases

Woodland Creatures Beaded Needle Cases

The Blue Heron Beaded Needle Case is about to hatch!

I am having so much fun designing this series.  I love animals, especially wild animals.

Watch out for the Fox, Owl, Raccoon, Heron, and many more!