Thread Gutermann 30m or Jean Stitch.  Load beads on to thread (4 ft) to start with.Chain 6 beads

Slip your crochet hook under the first bead of the chain. Gently lift up so your bead goes to the right of the hook. Bring your thread over the top of your bead that is on the right of the hook and add one bead with a slip stitch.

The first couple of rows will look sloppy.  The action of slipping your hook under the bead will cause the bead to stand up straight. The remaining rows are worked continuously around

This diagram was created as a visual ad to go along with Judith Giffin's bead crochet tutorialJudith also has free patterns.  More patterns for sale are available at
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