This set of videos is intended for beaders who wish to create their own beading diagrams using the Vector Beads visuals.

Source of the pre-made clipart packages: Vector Beads


Before you get started, you should understand what vector graphics are and why to use them for drawing your beading instructions. The video below will help you with this.


Once you buy and download Vector Clipart Sets of Beads and Beading Supplies, check out the video How To Extract Compressed Files.

Let’s start.

How To Import & Isolate Vector Beads In Adobe illustrator

This video will show you how to import a fully editable vector file (Ai) into your current Illustrator document and how to isolate the beads.


How To Recolor Vector Beads In Adobe Illustrator

This video explains how to recolor your vector beads using the Recolor Artwork tool. The great thing about using this tool is that you have the option to change the colors of your bead shape and shadow at the same time. 


How To Transform Vector Beads in Illustrator

Here is a short explanation of how to transform objects using the bounding box and transform panel in Adobe Illustrator. 


How To Change Measurement Units in Adobe illustrator

You can simply learn how to modify the units of measurement in an Adobe Illustrator document that is already open by watching this video lesson.


Vector Beads Size Adjustment

This video will teach you how to adjust sizes of vector beads to fit perfectly together.


How to Make Chain Brushes by Using Vector Beads Graphics

To make creating beading diagrams easier, learn how to make and utilise chain brushes in Adobe Illustrator.


How To Create Brush Library In Adobe Illustrator

Discover how to store your chain brushes as a brush library that you can access and utilise at any time!


Timesavers for Drawing Beading Patterns

Symbols: What are they and how may they help you create your beadwork diagrams faster?


How to Save Vector Beads as Symbols

Symbols are your time savers for drawing your beading diagrams. Save them once and use them as many times as you need. You may learn how to do that from this video tutorial.


Lastly, subscribe to the Vector Beads YouTube channel and don’t miss upcoming videos!