Discover how to stitch a playful pencil design with Lauren Quigley in this new tutorial for Michaels Stores and John Bead. Lauren will guide you step by step to create a beaded pencil using Czech seed beads, cube beads, and beading felt. Along the way, you’ll learn how to build up shapes with simple stitches, combine bead finishes for dimension, and finish your piece into a keychain, brooch, or hair accessory. This project is beginner friendly yet offers plenty of room for personalization with colors, letters, or playful details. Whether you want a cute back-to-school gift or a cheerful handmade accessory, this class shows how easy it is to turn simple beads into something whimsical and useful.
Ready to get started? Watch the full tutorial now and find all the supplies you need at your local Michaels Store or online at Michaels.com.
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Your Instructor
Lauren Quigley is your creative crafty friend. Known for her bold use of color and eye for design, she’s sparking a creative revolution and inspiring others to create happy art! She’s a Maryland native turned military spouse leaving a little glitter down craft aisles and thrift stores all over the USA. Get inspired by following her, @laurenquigleycreations on all social media platforms.
