Putting knots in between beads is the technique used in stringing expensive pearls because it is secure and decorative at the same time. I like to use knotting with paper beads, just as I like to use it with pearls and gem stones. Knotting with paper beads or pearls is a very relaxing and enjoyable [...]
When I feel I need a little “pick me up”, I paint my nails fun colors. Last night, I decided to take a break from my projects, watch tv, eat dessert and do my nails! So, as I was helping my self to a box of pastries and painting my nails, I thought that the [...]
I get emails from paper bead enthusiasts on how to achieve a more round paper beads. So, here it is a vlog I think would explain it best plus a few photos. Materials are: metal roller or bamboo roller (either one can be purchased at aubreysbeads), Judikin’s Diamond Glaze but you can also use any [...]
This Christmas instead of sending Christmas cards I thought making Christmas star ornament from paper beads for my clients and contacts in the home care industry. The star ornament reminds me of Christmas lanterns we hung from our windows as a child. I know they will think about me as they hang these little star [...]
I was asked by one reader if there is a template for measuring and cutting paper for paper bead making. I guess there is, but that would limit the size in terms of length of your strip of paper. The longer paper strip will make a more round and thicker bead. Here is a tutorial [...]
I came across a necklace pattern in one of my jewelry books, which really seemed to stand out to me. It was made of beautiful crystals, gold, glass beads, and pearls. The necklace looked so elegant, however it seemed to be too much for an average day. So I thought to myself, “How could I [...]
Many of you have e-mailed me on how to cut paper into triangle strips ready for making beautiful paper beads. When I started experimenting on how to make paper beads I get frustrated when I get those odd shape looking ones. One day, as I was opening a package from my sister (she ships on [...]
There are several ways you can make paper beads, rolling paper with a metal roller (available for purchase from Aubrey’s Beads, just $12, sold as kit) is just one of them. I like using them because the holes is not as large compared to paper beads made on a dowel or a skewer. I had [...]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and if you need to make something quick and easy to give as a present to someone whose life is somehow touched by this disease, or just to show your “pink” side, stringing on elastic is the answer. I am going to show how to properly string beads on [...]
This necklace is easy to make once you get to learn how to connect the beads with “Rosary Loops” – notice how rosaries beads are connected in this manner. First of all, is a quick “how to” on rosary loops. The paper beads used in this project is bigger and more rounded, and even if [...]
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