If you are already experienced in making your jewelry, maybe you could consider making it using some other materials. Some you already have in your home, and they can be put in a good use. The good thing about all this is that it might become a great hobby for all your family members as well. This activity is fulfilling, creative and highly addictive, so, everybody loves it.
You can use all types of materials, including clay, plastic, glass or stone, or even paper. The last one is really interesting, because it can also be considered as recycling. You probably have all sorts of magazines, paper bags and similar things you can use for making beautiful paper beads. So, here are some ideas you might use to start with.
Of course, you have to gather some papers, wallpapers, magazines, napkins or similar things you will use. You will also need craft knife, scissors, cutting mat, glue, brushes, varnish and sticks. When it comes to sticks, bamboo barbecue sticks or knitting needles will be perfect for this, although, there are some special sticks made for this purpose as well.
The basic principle is to cut one long triangle and roll it around the stick. The base of the triangle will be the width of your finished bead, and the longer the triangle is, the thicker your bead will be. Experiment with different lengths first, to get the idea. Once you choose the proper shape, start with your work.
Apply glue only on the inner side of the triangle, on the whole length or only on a few places. Thickly roll the triangle on the stick. Always put more glue on the end, to make sure the bead will stay firm. The type of glue is also up to you. Some materials work best with different types of glue, and paper napkins can be glued with the mixture of flour and water only.
Once you learn this basic shape, you may start experimenting with different shapes and lengths. For example, it is interesting to use two triangles, just partly overlapping, and roll them together. Or to use different types of materials together, in different colors. In any case, once the bead is done, leave it to dry before applying chosen varnish on it.
Grocery bags made of brown recycled paper are just great for this purpose. The beads will appear wooden, and have sort of vintage look. Wallpapers are also really good for this. But, any other type of paper will do. You could also buy special Chinese papers designed especially for this purpose, called Washi or Chiyogami.
Finally, you could decorate not only finished beads, but also the paper used for making them. Use your imagination, colors, nail polishes, wool, fabric or whatever you want, to make really interesting beads to be proud of. When you paint on your basic material, you should apply color on the outer edges, because they will be actually visible in the end. This activity is, of course, really addictive, and all members of your family may join. Your children will also be quite enthusiastic about it.
You can use all types of materials, including clay, plastic, glass or stone, or even paper. The last one is really interesting, because it can also be considered as recycling. You probably have all sorts of magazines, paper bags and similar things you can use for making beautiful paper beads. So, here are some ideas you might use to start with.
Of course, you have to gather some papers, wallpapers, magazines, napkins or similar things you will use. You will also need craft knife, scissors, cutting mat, glue, brushes, varnish and sticks. When it comes to sticks, bamboo barbecue sticks or knitting needles will be perfect for this, although, there are some special sticks made for this purpose as well.
The basic principle is to cut one long triangle and roll it around the stick. The base of the triangle will be the width of your finished bead, and the longer the triangle is, the thicker your bead will be. Experiment with different lengths first, to get the idea. Once you choose the proper shape, start with your work.
Apply glue only on the inner side of the triangle, on the whole length or only on a few places. Thickly roll the triangle on the stick. Always put more glue on the end, to make sure the bead will stay firm. The type of glue is also up to you. Some materials work best with different types of glue, and paper napkins can be glued with the mixture of flour and water only.
Once you learn this basic shape, you may start experimenting with different shapes and lengths. For example, it is interesting to use two triangles, just partly overlapping, and roll them together. Or to use different types of materials together, in different colors. In any case, once the bead is done, leave it to dry before applying chosen varnish on it.
Grocery bags made of brown recycled paper are just great for this purpose. The beads will appear wooden, and have sort of vintage look. Wallpapers are also really good for this. But, any other type of paper will do. You could also buy special Chinese papers designed especially for this purpose, called Washi or Chiyogami.
Finally, you could decorate not only finished beads, but also the paper used for making them. Use your imagination, colors, nail polishes, wool, fabric or whatever you want, to make really interesting beads to be proud of. When you paint on your basic material, you should apply color on the outer edges, because they will be actually visible in the end. This activity is, of course, really addictive, and all members of your family may join. Your children will also be quite enthusiastic about it.
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