How to Embroider: Multi-Bead Drizzle Stitch- Video and Step by Step Tutorial

Multi-Bead Drizzle Stitch

The multi-bead drizzle stitch is a a packed row of stitches that sticks out from the fabric with beads in between the stitches. This is a variation of the drizzle stitch. Beads can be added in between stitches or used to create patterns within the drizzle. This is a great way to add sparkle, height, and movement to any project. Use this DIY video and step-by-step tutorial to learn how to embroider the multi-bead drizzle stitch.

What you'll need to create the multi-bead drizzle stitch:

• cotton fabric

• embroidery hoop

• embroidery thread

• embroidery needle

• embroidery scissors

Multi-Bead Drizzle Stitch Video

Multi-Bead Drizzle Stitch Step-by-Step Tutorial

1. To start, bring the needle up through the fabric at the base of the drizzle stitch. Next, unthread the needle and stick the needle tip into the fabric next to where the thread is coming out of the fabric.

2. Now cast stitches onto the needle. Do this by creating a crossed loop with the thread and pulling it tightly around the needle.

3. After one stitch is cast on to the needle, add a bead. Slide the bead down the needle so that is flush with the previous stitch. Make sure the beads can easily slide over the eye of the needle.

4. Now repeat. Cast on the desired number of stitches and beads to the needle- the more stitches and beads cast on, the taller the drizzle stitch will be.

5. Next, thread the needle with the loose end of thread. With the needle threaded, gently pull the needle through the fabric, creating a single drizzle stitch with multiple beads.

6. To add additional patterning to the drizzle stitches, vary the number of drizzle stitches or beads.  

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