The Beaded Tassel
A Lady Montana Design
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Materials 1/4 yd of 4" or 6" long beaded fringe 1/8 yd of 21/2" long beaded fringe 1/8 yd of gimp Thread to match gimp 8"-10" beaded lamp chain chain connector Modge Podge Small brush |
Directions
1. Mark the center point of the long beaded fringe along the twill taped edge. Place the lamp chain on this edge so that it lies at the marked center point and is perpendicular to it. Also place it so at least one inch of the chain will be inside the tassel once rolled. Secure the chain to the twill tape with a few hand stitches.
2. Beginning at one end, tightly roll the top edge of the longer beaded fringe. Take enough stitches back and forth through the rolled twill tape to secure.
3. Roll the shorter beaded fringe around the rolled fringe you have just secured. Stitch as described above until this second layer is also secure.
4. Place the gimp at an angle next to the chain and take a few stitches to secure. Cover the twill tape with the gimp, taking stitches as you go. Stitching along the top and bottom edge will pull these edges in, helping to create a domed effect.
5. Paint a light coating of Modge Podge over the gimp. Once it is dried to the point of being clear, but is not yet completely dry, press to further accentuate the domed effect. Once completely dry, apply one or two more coats of Modge Podge.
6. Place the chain connector at the top end of the beaded lamp chain.
Note: To make a one layer tassel, purchase 1/3 yard of 4" to 6" long beaded fringe.
Please note: You may copy, print and create this design for personal use only. It may not be made for resale.
