Wow, this strawberry looks almost sweet enough to eat, sparkling softly with each bead that catches the light.
The green leaves crown the berry like nature’s own embroidery, and together the beads turn simple fabric into something cheerful and personal.
Materials Needed
- Plain cotton T-shirt (white or light-colored)
- Seed beads in red, green, and white (5 grams each)
- Beading needle and strong thread
- Embroidery hoop (5” size)
- Pencil or fabric marker
- Scissors
Step-by-step Guide
Step 1: Place your T-shirt in the embroidery hoop, centering the area where you want the strawberry design.
Step 2: Sketch a simple strawberry shape with a pencil or fabric marker, including the leaves at the top.
Step 3: Fill the fruit with rows of red seed beads, leaving small gaps for white beads to mimic strawberry seeds.
Step 4: Stitch the leafy top with green beads, keeping your stitches neat so the edges look sharp and defined.
Step 5: Tie off all threads securely inside the shirt. Smooth the fabric and admire your new beaded design.
Tips:
You can experiment with different fruits like cherries or lemons once you master the strawberry, each one makes a fun, eye-catching accent on clothing.