Beaded Curtains

Beading Tools

When starting any arts and crafts project, the key to success is having the right tools available. Tools needed to make beaded curtains are inexpensive and can some can also be used in other projects around the house.

Beads
There are an endless variety of beads available, varying in material, shape and size.

Straws
Straws are a great way to elongate your beaded curtain, without using too many beads. Straws work as separators between beaded patterns.

Thread/String
Beading thread and string come in a range of sizes and colors, to match any beaded curtain project you are undertaking. Thread often comes in small or large spools. Thread is usually made from nylon.

Bead Wire
Bead wire can also be used to make beaded curtains, but can be more difficult to keep unknotted when threading. We recommend nylon thread or string. Bead wire is more useful for small beading projects.

Pliers
When using bead wire for your beaded curtains, pliers are needed to cut the wire. Try not to use scissors as this leaves an uneven cut on the wire. Pliers are inexpensive.

Glue
Craft glue can be used to keep thread knots from unraveling. Use a pin to apply a small amount to seal a knot, being careful not to get glue on any beads.

Bead Tips
Bead tips are metal findings that cover the knot at the end of a string of beads. Bead tips have holes between the two halves, which the thread goes through. Tying the knot around a seed bead and adding a drop of glue or clear nail polish secures the knot. Close the bead tip with pliers and snip the excess thread.

Eye Hooks
Eye hooks are used to connect the beaded strings to the curtain rod.

Curtain Rods
The curtain rod holds the beaded strings.