An Overview On How To Make Paper Beads

By Matthew Bennett


There are a lot of fun things people can do when at home, particularly easy craft. This includes making good things out of junk. Below are some steps on how to make paper beads out of junk materials. Tools needed include glue, scissors, pencil or pen, varnish, ruler, string, an assortment of papers, paper plate, and dowel or toothpick

First, measure the size of the piece you want to cut using a ruler while marking it with a pen. Cut along the lines you have marked using a pair of scissors. The width and outline of the cut strips will determine the end results. Use a template as a guide when cutting the strips. The utmost rims are important in designing because they are the ones which are noticeable.

Step two is to use a toothpick, dowel or bamboo skewer to roll the triangle round itself to make a cylinder, starting from the broad end. If you want a free-form design, you can let the triangle roll a little off-centered or if you want a proportioned spiral, let the triangle become centered. Hanging space should be avoided by rolling your beads firmly for long-lasting products. You can apply glue at intervals to ensure you paper does not roll out.

Thirdly, roll tightly the triangle onto the dowel. Make certain that the strip is rolled and stuck down before rolling it on your finger. To ensure that it is protected and cylindrical, put a little pressure on it. If it unravels, put on some more glue and hold it still until the glue is set. Several layers of glue can be applied so as to protect your work.

After the glue is dry, apply varnish to the strip to make it water resistant. You can then roll it around the bamboo skewer to ensure that it does not stick when it is totally dry. Do not let the glued piece stick onto something else. You might consider putting your toothpick in a pincushion to prevent it from touching anything else. Foam can also be used to push off the more glue.

Remove the bead after the finish has entirely dried off by slipping off the ending of the cocktail stick. If it is wrapped well and the glue is applied evenly, the bead will hold. Unraveling might occur if it is not well unfolded. You should add more glue to the loose piece and put it back on the dowel.

The other step is to ensure you wipe out traces of glue before you start making another bead to prevent it from sticking out. After completion of the above steps, you are now in a position to create long strings and use them to make bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and home decors. Decorate your beads by adding glitter and paint on them.

Going green by using old papers is both fun and a way of conserving the environment. It is an inexpensive project which many people enjoy doing and make good things out of it including gifts.




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