Ironing Perler Beads is a quick and easy way to fuse the beads together. All you need is an iron and a piece of parchment paper. Place the parchment paper over the design and then press the iron down for about 10-15 seconds. Move the iron around so that all of the areas are evenly…
There are many ways to make key chains with beads. Some people use string, while others may prefer wire. The steps below outline one way to make a key chain using beads and wire. 1. Gather your supplies. You will need beads, wire, needle nose pliers, and scissors. 2. Cut a piece of wire that…
Crimp beads are small metal or plastic beads that are used to secure the ends of beaded jewelry. They are placed over the end of the wire or thread and then squeezed with pliers to secure them in place. To use crimp beads, start by threading your wire or thread through the bead and then…
To make paper beads, you will need some thin strips of paper, a toothpick or skewer, and some clear glue. You can use any type of paper you like, but thinner papers work best. Cut your strips of paper into small pieces, about 1-2 inches long. Next, take a piece of paper and roll it…
1. String the beads of your choice onto the beading wire. 2. Make a loop at one end of the wire, and thread on a jump ring. 3. Continue stringing beads until you have reached your desired length. 4. Make another loop at the other end of the wire, and thread on another jump ring….
Cut a piece of fabric into a rectangle. Fold the top of the rectangle down about an inch and a half, and sew the sides together. Then, turn the bag right side out and sew on a zipper. Finally, fill the bag with beads! Credit: fashionwanderer.com What Beads are Used for Beaded Bags? Beaded bags…
Cut a length of string or fishing line about 70 inches long. Tie one end of the string around the center of one bead to form a loop. String 25 more beads onto the string, leaving about 6 inches of string at the end. Continue threading beads until you have four sets of seven beads…
There are many ways to make friendship bracelets with beads, but one of the most popular is using a simple knotting technique. To start, you will need some string or embroidery floss, a few beads in different colors, and a pair of scissors. Cut a length of string that is about twice as long as…
There are many ways to make rosary beads, but the most common method is to use small beads of different colors strung together on a wire or thread. The first step is to choose the type and color of beads you want to use. Once you have your beads, string them onto the wire or…
Installation of corner bead is vital for a finished, polished look in any tiled surface. Beads protect the edges of tiles from chipping and cracking, and create clean lines for a professional appearance. While there are many types of corner beads available, installation is generally the same regardless of type. This guide will show you…