stitching beads

...i know i have mentioned this before, but i really like the texture of beading and knots. TIP regular beads do not feel good on quilts or pillows that will be used. and french knots do not wear well . i like to create beads with embroidery floss. the spirit of a bead with a softness that's just right. just stitch in place until the bead is raised off the surface. you can even quilt with them. i usually use 2 or 3 strands, but i have used one for fine work. tonight's commuter sewing was inspired by a mottled apple. i have begun filling in empty spaces on "the unexpected" with thread beads. and i can't stop.