Daisuke Takeuchi demonstrates how to create simple triangular mille and assemble it onto a round base bead. He uses Japanese glass and tools, showing us how to fashion a stunning bead from basic components. His technique looks deceptively simple, but skill and precision are essential for a successful result. Article originally published on page 38 in the Fall 2021 issue of The Flow®. Text by Daisuke Takeuchi with Vicki Schneider Demonstration by Daisuke Takeuchi Photography by Sakiyo Takeuchi