I would suggest getting some non slip shelf liners, cut a piece to fit and then put your bead mat on it so it won’t slip.

For bead mats, I use a Vellux material blanket that I cut up to fit whatever base I want.  I’ve found them at discount stores or I had an old one that the satin edge was unraveling on and I cut that one up.  The Vellux is the material bead mats are mDe from.  For project cases, I have found these plastic closing cases at Daisy which are reLly for keeping papers or files.  They work great, snap lock and stack easily without taking up too much room.  They are about 2 to 6 dollars depending on size.  For travel, I use old AOL, disc metal cases lined with a piece of bead at.  Remember those tins?  Used to get them in the mail.  They are awesome for travel beading.  I put a piece of bead mat in both pieces and when closed, it keeps things from moving around.

I got a small cheap cookie sheet at Walmart (.97) and glues a bead mat to it. Love it! Has enough of a lip to keep my beads on but not so high that it’s uncomfortable while I’m beading. I have about an inch on one side that is not covered and it’s perfect for stray beads, needles, tweezers, etc. I made a small one with an 8” square cake pan. It’s perfect to take to work or while traveling.

To make a bead board I have used a cheap steering wheel cover.  I put stuff inside the wheel like quilt batting and in the middle I put cardboard , quilt batting and  bead mat.

Omg every video I watch you give me such great ideas. Have made my own bead Mat’s and boards but haven’t in a while time to do it again lol.

If you are annoyed by Bead mays sliding around (like in the funnel trays) grab some of the shelf liner at dollar tree to keep it from doing so!

I've put slices of the rubberized shelf rolls under the bead mats on slippery surfaces and it helps to keep the bead mats stable. Works great!!

I love all your videos. Thank you for sharing with us. I would like one of those colorful bead boards.

Haha! My cat is always looking for ways to steal mama's pretty beads. It's a good thing that she puts her favorite finds in her water bowl.

I have several bead boards I bead on also because like you I tend to have more than one project going on at any given time. I also have cats, one that has a fetish for string, thread and ribbon. She will actually eat them. I also took needles out of her mouth a couple of times and that really freaked me out ! Now I’m really careful to cover my mats, but I have to say that last mat you showed, wow, now that’s what I’ve been looking for. I’ve seen similar ones but they are made of plastic and just didn’t look very sturdy to me and the one you showed has a zipper ! Love it. Thank you so much for sharing Aleshia.💞💫

Love this video! I'm the thrifting queen so I keep my eyes open for ultrasuede clothing and use that for bead mat material. I'm always on the lookout for real suede items, too, since I use that for backing my bead embroidery pieces. I bought one of those bead funnel trays (the small one) many years ago and I've   used it so much.....I think I was taking it for granted until you made this video.

Same one on sale on website for $45!! WhoopWhoop!! All others are 60!
Blessings, G’ma ❤️🙏🌀✨😊

Thank you again for sharing.  You are a great motivator for me to push pass my fears and try again. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!

Some great ideas. TY I do love that Cadilac of a project case. Your right it's perfect. I'm going to go check it out right now. I put my project tray under my desk on a small end table that fits perfectly under my desk that I bead at. I'm always getting dog hair, or my Granddaughter comes over & has to touch everything that belongs to me. She can't help herself. If I say don't touch without asking, soon as I turn my back her little fingers are on it as fast as she can. LOL I am happy to see she's interested in all things arts & crafts. She'll even ask to watch your videos with me. She's 4 going on 40. LOL  She's my little Devil/ Angel. Mostly Devil. LOL Anyway thanks so much for all the great ideas. I love this kind of videos. I hope you're having a great week. TYFS P.S. Well it's on my wish list. Maybe after Christmas, or if it goes on sale.

I love this. Thanks for sharing.

My cat behaves in the same way yours does. Stealing my things and walking all over my beads. ❤️😺

I’m so excited...I just ordered a pack of the Iris cases. I have so many UFO’s and I get frustrated because they’re not organized at all! Thank you for the tips, tricks, and item list!

I have been using trays from the dollar store with the mat layed inside. I do like them but I am finding I would like one with a cover.  Thanks for the ideas.💕

LOve all the tips, and yes I love the kit xchange bead board!  What a great idea!  Thanks for the great tutorial love all your work!

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