99 Paper to Bead Challenge
99 Paper To Bead Challenge! Are you up for it?
How many kinds or types of paper are there that we can turn into beautiful beads? A LOT! Here are some examples: magazine paper, brochures, envelopes, gift wrap paper, specialty paper such as rice paper, Lokta paper, origami paper, old calendars, old books, I can go on and on…
Join the fun and share your creations at the paperbeads facebook page. Here’s a batch made from polka dot wrapping paper.
Paper Beads Fit For A Birthday Queen
One of my birthday presents more than a month ago came in this bag. I couldn’t remember anymore the contents but I sure want to keep the bag and hopefully enjoy the jewelry that I make from it for years to come. It is hard to tell how the beads look like just looking at the paper but I just love anything with dots in them.
The color is a beautiful dark pink with tiny black dots. The paper is of heavier material like most paper bags are and semi glossy.
We thought black fire polished crystals would be a nice accent.
It would have been nice if I had little black bow charms kind of like Betsy Johnson (ish)…..
I can probably make 6 bracelets and matching necklaces with the bag and maybe earrings to match too.
Paper To Paper Bead Idea #8
Double sided patterned paper is Paper To Paper Bead Idea # 8. You are getting two color coordinated paper beads in one sheet of paper! Talking of casual chic on a shoe string, you are getting two sets of jewelry that can be coordinated; worn together or mixing the two color beads together.
The measurement for the triangle strip: 1cm x 12 inches (the dimension of the paper is 12 x 12). The paper I am using is available in your craft stores or scrap booking stores.
One side has a beautiful pattern of red and white and the back side of it is a pretty bronzy color. Here it is as earrings:
This would be great as presents, something inexpensive, hand made and a conversation piece.
I used really inexpensive findings as well, the firepolished crystals also complemented the beads…
Two sets of jewelry for under $10.00
Sophia of Chez Sofia inspired me to try polymer clay, if you go visit her site you will know what I’m talking about. Here I am jumping in on another addictive craft. My excuse? They are the perfect match with paper beads.
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The paper beads from the rice bag came out really nice. I was not quite sure because of the plastic coating on the backside, I thought it will be difficult to glue together. I used super tacky glue and the result was nicely shaped beads that I know can withstand wear and tear.
Looking at the cut strips like that, I couldn’t tell what the color of the bead is going to be, it is always nice to be pleasantly surprised 🙂
Isn’t that a good match with little Japanese girl?
I replaced the boring chain with silk cord and hand knotted the paper bead dangles.
From ordinary to extraordinary!
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