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Story Bracelet in Paper Beads

JaniceMae — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 00:28:08 +0000

April 22nd is Earth Day and will be celebrated nationwide. It is amazing to see the things we have achieved over the years in terms of making efforts to be more earth friendly.

In honor of this day, I made this whimsical bracelet, which is made out of paper beads. In one of my trips to the old book store we have in town I came across Aesop’s Fables and I thought it would be fun to incorporate the stories with the paper beads. I photo copied the pages and then cut out the words and the animal faces to fit the photo charms and set them with Diamond Glaze (buy Diamond Glaze). I like that it does not only tell a story but teaches a lesson. If you would like the whole story as it was written I will be happy to email them to you. Anyway, here is the story bracelet of The Fox and the Grapes from Aesop’s Fables.

Old book of Aesop's Fables

Paper Beads Story Bracelet

Aesop's Tales in Paper Beads

Aesop's Fables Paper Bead Bracelet

Paper Gems-Hand Made from the Philippines

JaniceMae — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 09:05:48 +0000

I talked to my sister Joann today; in fact I talk to her everyday about paper beads. Well, we talk about other stuff but since couple of months ago, it has been mostly paper beads. She takes pride in making them look like something that takes on a transformation (not simply rolled paper!). I call it “paper beads for grown ups.” And I have been thinking of a better name for these rolled strips of paper. They don’t fit into other categories, like glass beads or crystals. Nor do they fit solely into broad categories, like “Hand made crafts.” So I came up with this idea of calling them “Paper Gems.” This would get a little getting use to, but I think it’s appropriate, and helps describe the difference between the fun craft for children and what is amazing jewelry for adults! Here is a finished two strand necklace that Kayla made. Kayla is my assistant, and she has a natural talent for coordinating colors.

Two Strand Necklace made of Red Paper Beads

This necklace can be also worn as bracelet!

Two strand necklace doubles as a bracelet

Reuse Egg Cartons for Paper Beads

JaniceMae — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 23:28:47 +0000

An egg carton is one of those perfect containers for small things like beads (specially seed beads), paper clips etc. Just to make it more fun and to give color to a desk or work space you can paint it with leftover craft paint. I made one, and put a handle to it to hold my paper beads which are really small. It is the perfect container when you want to separate colors and size. The handle is fashioned from a leftover craft wire, you just punch a hole or just stick it into the carton and wrap it around one or two times, and so with the other side, it make it easy to carry around.

Egg Carton with a wire handle for carting your small beads around.

Egg Carton Container for Smaller Paper Beads

Junk to Paper Gems

JaniceMae — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 08:49:32 +0000

When you say paper bead what comes to mind is kid’s craft, rolling strips of colorful paper and stringing them to make colorful long necklaces. It doesn’t have to be just long colorful necklaces for kids. You can certainly make paper beads in all shapes and sizes – long and thin, small and round, and tiny ones. These different size beads will allow you to design beautiful wearable paper bead jewelry. Today, I have finished these two necklaces made from paper beads.

5 Strand Paper Bead Necklace

Petite Paper Beads Necklace

Elegant Paper Bead Jewelry – Not Just For Kids Anymore!

JaniceMae — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 06:21:38 +0000

Paper beads can be made into something elegant and fashionable. Wouldn’t you rather wear something that is unique, certainly a conversation piece than some fashion jewelry bought at the mall that will just end up at the bottom of your drawer after they tarnished? Mix it up with other light inexpensive beads and you cannot even tell they’re paper beads – feel free to look at our gallery and get some ideas.

For those of you who already know how to bead you will find paper beads to be an excellent replacement for other beads such as India glass and stones.

One of my favorites is the Sea Anemone – such a fun ring, looks complicated but very simple, a beginner’s project. (will provide photo, materials and how to)

Paper Beads can be elegant!

Materials:

Silver ring finding with one loop
15-17 pcs. Loose paper bead (olive bead size)
15-17 pcs. 1.5 24 gauge head pins
15-17 pcs. Spacers (for top of bead)
Flush cutter
Round Nose pliers
Chain nose pliers

What to do: Pick up head pin and put spacer and paper beat into it. Make a loop using the Round Nose Pliers, before closing the loop attach it to the one big loop on the ring finding, then wire wrap the tail of the head pin. Continue to do this until you have no space left on the big loop on the ring finding, but try to squeeze in as may head pins with the bead onto the loop as much as you can – this makes the ring stand up and look full, or you can just put in 6-10 of the head pin with the paper bead, the result is that the beads will lay flat and has a lot of movement.

Paper Beads Dangle Ring

The Necklette – paper bead necklace convertable to bracelet

JaniceMae — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 05:59:21 +0000

I can say I have come a long way turning paper beads into jewelry – rings, necklaces, earrings and bracelets. I look at the different colors and patterns of the paper beads and my mind races along with what beautiful jewelry I can make out of them.

Today, I came up with the Necklette – a necklace with magnetic closure that can be easily converted into a bracelet. I find that it is easier to string them with a silk cord and clam tips – once you have practiced doing this, you will be able to make one in 15 minutes (as long as you already have your color pattern). I think this is a great item for fund raisers and craft shows.

Materials:
22 pcs. Paper beads (for a 26 inch necklace)
26 pcs. 6 mm firepolish crystal (or any 6mm bead)
#6 silk cord (color to match your beads)
GS hypocement glue or clear nail polish
2 clam tips
1 small magnetic clasp

Step by step procedure or youtube video.

How to use a paper bead roller

JaniceMae — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 17:38:54 +0000

Updated: 11/05/09

We now have an updated tutorial: How to use a “METAL” Bamboo Paper Bead Roller. And it is available for purchase at Aubrey’s Beads: Metal/Bamboo Paper Bead Roller Kit.

Watch our video on how to make paper beads, using the bamboo paper bead roller.

Making paper bead jewelry tips

JaniceMae — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 17:35:14 +0000

It is fascinating to watch a pattern unfold as you are rolling the strip of paper into a bead – I think this is what makes this craft so appealing to those who are looking for a hobby and those who actually make a living out of making paper beads. It is not just for kids anymore, the many things you can do with paper beads – the possibilities are endless! We hope to walk you through the process of making them yourself!

1. Paper beads have larger holes than most beads; spacer beads would be good between paper beads.

2. Mix paper beads with other inexpensive beads such as seed beads, druk beads and fire polished beads.

3. For stringing materials the following can be used; hemp, cotton thread, silk thread, leather or any type of yarn that will go through the hole.

4. Paper beads are good for triple stand or more because they are very light.

Triple strand paper bead jewelry