Checker Pin Bead Needlepoint PDF pattern

A colorful, sparkling gem for a necklace or to hang from your tree! This 2.5" square motif is stitched on 18-count needlepoint canvas in Japanese 15o seed beads and floss-weight fiber. The focal stone is a 14mm rivoli but any stone can be used as long as it fits in the opening left after stitching the gradient background in long stitch/brick stitch needlepoint. Directions include basic bead needlepoint, long stitch/brick stitch needlepoint, specific finishing for this design, bezeling for the stone. 

MATERIALS SOURCING LINKS:

18-count needlepoint canvas

Size 12 embroidery needles

Size 12 beading needles

Aleene's fabric glue

Sequin assortment

Suede assortment