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"A person who finds an interesting hobby finds happiness."

We are totally committed to making beautiful paper beads from magazines, newspapers, catalogs or any kind of paper that has become "old news." It is a very fascinating and engaging craft and has been around for many years. It is not just for kids anymore, the many things you can do, the possibilities are endless.

09 August 2011 ~ 2 Comments

Chains, Gems and Paper Beads – day 188

Chains, Gems and Paper Beads – day 188

It is good to be back!  I honestly did not realize how much I missed sharing with you ideas and paper bead inspirations.  It was hectic around here the last few weeks and I apologize for not posting, I wish there were more than 24 hours in a day.  Anyway, here’s day 188 I mix [...]

04 August 2011 ~ 9 Comments

Janice is on JTV – Jewel School today!

Janice is on JTV – Jewel School today!

Janice makes her second appearance on JTV – Jewel School with Kim Prentiss today!  You can buy an amazing paper bead beginner kit today:  Paper bead making template, bamboo roller, metal handle roller, starter sample of paper beads and glaze – including the crowd favorite disc paper beads!

At last check, the kit is [...]

01 August 2011 ~ 2 Comments

Paper Bead Template Kit

Paper Bead Template Kit

Hello everyone!  I would want to start off by saying, I am so sorry for disappearing for days, things just got too hectic in a good way.  I have continued to create, create for the 365 day challenge, just don’t have the time to post them so please be patient.  I will be back on [...]

22 July 2011 ~ 2 Comments

Greetings from the California Gift Show!

Greetings from the California Gift Show!

Today’s Guest Blogger:  Garry Sullins – Web Developer
Hi everyone, this is my first blog entry on PaperBeads.org.  Janice asked me to step in and cover for her, since she’s busy working the room at the California Gift Show in Los Angeles.  And I’m sure many of you are wondering where the heck she’s been!  Well, [...]

13 July 2011 ~ 1 Comment

Shaker Bracelet Watch – day 187

Shaker Bracelet Watch – day 187

Aptly called the Shaker Bracelet Watch or Cha- Cha Bracelet,  it is a fun and playful watch and definitely showing your green side with green beads

Instantly lift your mood with this watch

13 July 2011 ~ 1 Comment

Rainbow Agate Watch – day 186

Rainbow Agate Watch – day 186

Part of my paper bead collection are teal color paper beads that reminds you of the ocean and summer…….the warm tones of the rainbow agate brought out the turquoisy color of the paper beads, don’t you think?

Technique used in making the elastic watches  is crimping the elastic.  It gives it a more secure and clean [...]

13 July 2011 ~ 0 Comments

Silver and Lavender Watch – day 185

Silver and Lavender Watch – day 185

Pretty met Functionality:)

12 July 2011 ~ 0 Comments

Magazine Color Watch – day 184

Magazine Color Watch – day 184

I had fun making these beaded watches, they are not only pretty but functional as well.  The other thing I like about these inexpensive watches is that they are easy to maintain, batteries are available at your local craft stores.

What a great idea for Christmas presents!

12 July 2011 ~ 0 Comments

Ever Green Watch – day 183

Ever Green Watch – day 183

The next five posts will be all about beaded watches.  This will be part of our new accessories collection using, paper beads.  There are watch faces of all kinds that you can find everywhere, they come in all shapes, sizes and colors and they’re great with paper [...]

12 July 2011 ~ 3 Comments

Paper Bead Bangle – day 182

Paper Bead Bangle – day 182

I make one or two things each day and when I am in that “create, create, create” mood, 5 pieces or more.  Paper bead jewelry ideas are endless!  The Paper Bead Bangle is my favorite, it is something that I can just grab and go and it completes my out fit.  It is easy to [...]