How to Make a Round Paper Bead
Supplies Needed:
Paper: leftover magazines, scrapbook paper, junk mail, wallpaper, washi paper, copy paper, hand colored paper, etc.Scissors, rotary cutter, paper cutter or craft knifeRulerPen and pencilToothpicks or bamboo skewersGlue stick or tacky glueCraft paint or waterproof markersMod Podge, marine varnish or my favorite PC-Petrifier Water-Based Wood HardenerThin wirePlastic sheeting or large plastic garbage bagA floral foam block or sturdy piece of styrofoam
How to Make A Tubular Paper Bead
The shape of the paper bead depends on upon the form of the paper bead template. Make tubular shaped paper beads from rectangular pieces of paper. Use the above photo as a guide when crafting long cylindrical paper beads.
How to Make a Teardrop Shaped Bead
Construct teardrop beads from right triangle shapes of paper.
Coating and Sealing the Paper Bead
The next step after the tacky glue has dried, and the edges of the beads are colored, is sealing and coating the paper beads. There are many types of products out there that people use, such as mod podge, marine varnish, and clear nail polish. My personal favorite is a fantastic product called PC-Petrifier Wood Hardener. Pc-Petrifier is used to harden rotted wood on decks and outdoor furniture. Paper beads become rock solid when dipped in this product. Always use caution to cover your hands with latex or rubber gloves and avoid getting the product close to your mouth. How to Seal Paper Beads The beads will now be rock solid and shiny! PC-Petrifier Wood Hardener is undoubtedly the best product I have found for bead making, but some people prefer using the other products mentioned above. The choice is yours based on your preferences.
The Finished Paper Bead
Use paper beads to make bracelets, earrings, necklaces and other various projects. I have even seen purses made with paper beads! Who would have believed that? If you don’t know what to make with your paper beads, or how to proceed, to take a look at the following links for some paper bead crafting inspiration. How to Make a Stunning Paper Bead Necklace The necklace is constructed from beautiful black paper beads, silver jewelry balls, and silver tubing elements. A Paper Bead Craft Project Roundup 17 paper bead craft projects are featured for your crafting inspiration.If you need even more inspiration, you will find thousands of beautiful paper beads on Pinterest and Instagram.
