DIY Large Paper Beads and Project Ideas

[@susane945]

Cutting up a Fabulous book of Brahms! Sacrilege!! Love the beads, but have you no respect for the World's famous composers?? Craft pales in comparison to their genius. Same applies to the great dress patterns of 20yrs ago - and BOOKS!! Some of us grew up with all those things - and gee, life was so much better back then.

[@TreasureBooks]

I agree that craft pales in comparison to their genius. However I am not cutting up the man or his compositions. I am cutting up paper that I found in the free section of the thrift store, along with other items that were going to be put in the bin in no-one picks it up. Not sure what I should do with it. Frame it? Sell it? Open a museum? I see there are a lot of them for sale on Ebay. Now with the great dress patterns of 20 years ago - that was the 2000s... I definitely don't see that as sacrilege. In terms of books - give your local library a call and ask how many books they destroy a year. Go to a thrift store and ask them. I was in an second hand shop just the other day, and the lady was taking books OFF the shelf. She said, "its so sad that no one is buying books anymore, and we have to get rid of books". I think they should give them out for free. But its 'against the policy'. So, what do they do? They throw them out as rubbish together with all the other stuff they can't sell. The books don't even get recycled! Now that is something I would get riled up about. And when was life better? When women couldn't vote? When their place was in the kitchen? At least they weren't cutting up a fabulous book of Brahms, I suppose.

[@vikingladyboo6668]

​@TreasureBooks well said...but just ignor the haters...they are the first to jump on their " soap box" ( talk about stepping back in time lol)... at 75 I had problems tearing my first book page but as I get them the same way you do I feel they are being given a new lease on their life instead of it being destroyed.... keep up the great work..

[@poodlegirl55]

@@TreasureBooks LOL love your response, you didn't cut up the man. I have the complete opposite opinion from susane. When I make something cool out of a damaged old linen or a faling apart book I think I am saving it and giving it a new life.

[@joannsanders242]

@@TreasureBooksI have seen the same thing! Taking books off the shelves, tearing off the covers only to be trashed. When I asked why can’t they be donated or SOMETHING, they said they’re not allowed. It’s a shame!

[@didiamund903]

@susane945... serious? OMG go somewhere and read your books. I promise nobody is coming for your precious. I am simply appalled you would waste the time to post such a negative post. Just WOW

[@poodlegirl55]

Fun! A tip is to wax or varnish the skewer first. They come off much easier.

[@TreasureBooks]

Great tip! Thank you for sharing :)

[@donnaswisher8408]

Thanks for the tip. 😁

[@mymai5859]

Thanks for the tip of 💗

[@flormorena3778]

I was JUST wondering if a bit of bees 🐝 wax would help ease the bead off the skewer, too. Thank you so much for sharing! 🥰

[@annanicholson5309]

Thanks for the tip

[@anonbutanon]

I wanted to let you know, before I even watch this, that when I see a new Treasure Books videos on my list, I have an internal sigh of contentment because I know I'm about to enjoy whatever you've presented.

[@TreasureBooks]

Awww thank you so much, this made me really happy :)

[@rosieandbriansteepleton1062]

Me too!!!! I don’t want any interruptions! And all her videos show crafting made with simple things I already have! I love her! Rosie🦋

[@sunnydeborahsebastian1361]

@@rosieandbriansteepleton1062 I love her also. And when she does a more detailed project - I love the little step-by -step list of instructions. Natasha you’re my fav!

[@4chicagogrl]

Me too! Natasa you are my definite FAVOURITE! Plus I think your European roots contribute to the way your mind works, like being so pained to throw things away. I’ve gotten that through my Polish roots too. I’ve been like that my whole life. Instead of throwing things away, it’s, “what can I make out of this??” Only YOU have the magnificent talent to help me with that! THANK YOU!! For ALL your videos! And for you being YOU! (Sorry so sappy).

[@gillianmilburn3712]

I love her voice, it's so soothing, and the ideas are always fabulous!

[@annettedover3602]

I’m 60 years old and I used to make them as a child and sell them at a flea market. So fun to remember. Thank you!

[@juliaarmato3984]

I have a large stash of paper beads, and many precut strips. Recently I made a basket out of my beads for my craft table to keep items in as I work on different projects. Looks pretty neat. Good to have creative things around you as you are planning new ideas. Maps also make cool beads. :)

[@diananighswonger441]

How do you make a basket with your paper beads?

[@juliaarmato3984]

@@diananighswonger441 I made square beads with flattened paper tubes. I wrapped them around the bottom of a squared nail polish bottle to keep the same in size. When dried, I used a piece of cardboard for the bottom, and hot glued them together, with spaces in between each square. Alternating spaces with each row. When I was finished with this, I used thin copper wire and hung small paper beads in each hole. It looks cool, but it was tedious and took a long time. Good luck. God bless.

[@diananighswonger441]

Thank you for explaining. I just found this email. I don't usually look in my Gmail one. Bless u. Merry Christmas.

[@juliaarmato3984]

@@diananighswonger441 Merry Christmas!!

[@josephineroche669]

Thank you for your informative video. Can I use this with fabric

[@CrystalVanner]

*I love collecting cheap costume jewelry from thrift stores for stuff like this and for making earrings. Thank you somuch for sharing with us.*

[@myway2653]

Best paper bead instruction I’ve seen. 2023❤️

[@janetanderson8719]

Natasha! You blow my mind! I’ve collected old jewelry for years….. who would have dreamed I was sitting on a gold mine!! This video was such an eye opener for me. I love this idea, for key chains, for bookmarks,for hat bands, and on and on and on!! I love your brain!!❤❤❤

[@daphnegreen2006]

Thanks!

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much Daphne!

[@daphnegreen2006]

@@TreasureBooks It’s not much Social Security really cuts back on your spending. God bless you.

[@cathyhaynes2700]

It's been a few years since I made paper beads. Watching this has given me the "paper bead bug" again. They are gorgeous!

[@TreasureBooks]

Yes I've also got a paper bead bug again, after not making any for 5 years or so :)

[@Lauriebird1]

Me too 😇

[@diyallthings]

The bug is real 😊

[@punkinfaery]

I used to make these with my grandmother when I was a child! It was 1978... My favorite babysitting date with her! 💕 😇

[@sandyvanderlinde237]

I especially love the beads being threaded onto pieces of fabric, lace and ribbon. That way I would place them on anything. Especially on jars.

[@diyallthings]

The jar is a great idea

[@cyndaarce6986]

I was looking for a new hobby. I've made them before. Now I know what I can do to keep busy. Thanks for the ideas. I was trying to think of something simple to do. Now I know. I have lots of paper.

[@TreasureBooks]

Awesome!! Have fun 😊

[@diyallthings]

You should

[@rosannewilliams9005]

Love all your ideas! Love the thorough explanations of how to do the project and that you even show things that don't work. There are lessons even in that. You have teaching in your bones! ❣

[@TreasureBooks]

Thanks so much Rosanne!

[@valeriecornelius1915]

I used to make these in the 80’s. Who knew it would come back. I love it.

[@Aylysh]

I only started making paper beads last winter. I love them too. I used glitter polish from the dollar store and it works great. I'm very glad you did this video because you always have such fresh new ideas. Glad you are feeling better and hope you are back to 100% quickly. Thanks Natasha. 💕

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much :)

[@diyallthings]

Paper beading is addictive

[@lindamoore8212]

Best tutorial I've seen for making paper beads. They're fabulous

[@TreasureBooks]

Thanks so much 😊

[@janillingsworth7478]

I made beads like this when I was a child in the 1950s. I love them. Adding the sparkles is a good idea too.

[@rutheparker9006]

Beautiful! And I love your cigar band ring!!! ❤❤❤

[@TreasureBooks]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@rachelpeacock6674]

I just love making those paper beads Natasha! I’ll try the calendars. Excellent idea! I sew a lot and have made cloth beads with colorful scrapes. Sometimes I finish them off with embroidery thread and eyelash ribbon wrapped around, final touch ‘sparkle nail polish ‘ ps. Love your broken jewelry box!

[@TreasureBooks]

I love the idea of embroidery thread and the eyelash ribbon. I did something like that in my fabric beads video :)

[@elizabeththompson8859]

My daughter who will turn 33 made me THE MOST beautiful paper bead necklace when she was in the third grade. I still wear it! I've always wondered how she made them in school! Thank you SO much!

[@elainefeather9465]

I remember making paper beads this way when I was a child, and I’m just as enthralled by it nearly 60 years on !! Thank you for reminding me of this lovely craft 😊x

[@eilujnager]

There is no end to your imagination and talent. thank you so much for sharing.

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@pauletteliddell2923]

I remember making paper beads years ago ..and using them to make necklaces. It's so much fun to use different papers, wall paper , and things you show. Thanks for sharing this.

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you for watching :)

[@nneedler]

I’m 62 years old and I too made these beads when I was very young - 12 years. That’s 50 years ago. Thx for the trip down memory lane. I’ll be seeking calendar pages!!

[@TreasureBooks]

I know, I'm silly for saying 10 years. Someone commented that they were made in the Victorian era!

[@Sheamarie]

I love everything you made. I am inspired. The beads are so pretty, and I love the use of the old jewelry. I have all these things, even an old calendar, now I must get busy. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much! Have fun :)

[@meganbenson4918]

so. I had no idea that there was such a thing as paper beads! like zero clue! I'm 49yrs old and have been doing craft stuff for at least 10 years and my mind is blown! I have spent the day making beads and I'm hooked! how brilliant!

[@trutaurus69]

I made paper beads years ago with my class of 8th graders to show recycling. I wish I thought to turn them into book bag charms. Love the ideas you shared. I'm going to be traveling soon and will take a small supply box to make some on the way! Thank you for another fabulous video!

[@gillianmilburn3712]

I thought they'd be great for travelling too.

[@sherelynwhite4130]

Always love your adventurous spirit when it comes to creating and trying something new. "Gluggy"... what a perfect word!😅

[@lindakealey6946]

Beautiful! Thank you for reminding me about paper beads. I had necklace of multiple strands of paper beads over 60 years ago, so you are right - they are timeless! And sealing them with glitter nail polish is a great idea. You’ve inspired me to make some to decorate my journals. Thanks!

[@TreasureBooks]

60 years ago!!!! And here I am saying that people were making them 10 years ago hahah

[@Melissa-qu4zz]

I made such beads and really enjoyed decorating them with nail polish Thank you for the tip

[@judiemjacobson4613]

Thank you so much for this video. I used to make paper beads maybe 30 years ago. But I had totally forgot how and I am so excited to be using calendar pages as I'm always collecting calendars. I'm not a glitter person but I think I will put fingernail polish on them because I like that look of being finished. I do have Micah spray that I make and I might try spraying that on them also. I'm so excited to give this a try and we'll take you on Instagram when I do

[@TreasureBooks]

Wonderful! Have fun Judie :)

[@BarbaraTristan444]

I am Glad You are Feeling Better! I have missed You! 💞 I made Paper Beads when I was a Teenager in the early 70’s. In 2022 I am 64 years old. I totally agree they are a project you make that comes back in your “Interest Zone” years later. They are a Classic that are always Beautiful and Interesting!!! 💞🥰💞

[@janicewalton5840]

I think you are so remarkably creative. I have never tried making beads because I always thought that it would be very difficult but you have explained it so well. Thank you for your top notch explanations and how tos for the somewhat creatively challenged. As always I am amazed by your talent as well as your very down to earth personality.. Many thanks!

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much Janice! 😊

[@shirleyb2896]

BRILLIANT IDEA to use calendar pages to make paper beads!!!! Gel medium and Tacky Glue roll off the fingers fairly easily. I made beads with fabric scraps too. I use them on the tassels on bookmarks.

[@Lunareon]

Just when I thought I had had enough of making paper beads for now. Here we go again! As always, thank you for the inspiration.

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much :)

[@SteffiCullen]

beautiful beads... love them. And the drying station is so funny cool

[@TreasureBooks]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@heathersullivan8494]

Glad you are feeling better. These beads are so beautiful. I’ve never actually made paper beads. I’m definitely gonna give it a go though. Thank you so much for teaching this. As always I love watching your videos and listening to your calming voice.

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much Heather :)

[@emmkaa2099]

Oh my gosh, I used to have a bead roller and used to make bunches and bunches of beads... how did I forget about the beads? Aannnndd... you're using calendar pages... 'member I asked you what to do with my calendar pages? Here it's is! Woman, you rock! Hugs from the southern California desert, MK ❤ 😁 🏜 🤗

[@TreasureBooks]

Haha! Love it!! Now I have to think of more uses for calendar pages!

[@CrystalParrotStudio]

When I first discovered you a year ago, the fabric bead tutorial was one of my favorites!! This one is awesome..I love the calendar idea!! Your beaded spine journal was very intimidating as it was only my third time in creating a book. Absolutely love the serenity of bead making and thank you bunches for sharing the new techniques and embellishment ideas!!🥰

[@TreasureBooks]

I'm glad you like it :) thank you for watching :)

[@kimspeers2916]

Hi. I loved watching you. I used to make paper beads many years ago. I had so much fun. When I started I was using just white paper and colored markers. Then I used glitter markers. Those were really pretty.i just fiddled around with paper and sizes and colored markers and gutter markers and I messed up alot but this craft isn't expensive. I remember when I made my first necklace. I was just thrilled. As for the jewelry ' I started buying jewelry bags at the thrift stores and Goodwill. You can use so many things off broken necklaces and bracelets. I had a ball one day's I went to a garage sale a few blocks from my house and she had these boxes full of jewelry. Alot of it was new but cheap but really pretty. These boxes were about 8 inches high, 10 inches wide and 8 inches deep and they were packed. Of course they were taped close and 40 dollars a box. Well I bought 1 and left and ent around the corner and opened it. The lady said that there was a little gold and silver in them. Well I figured they had been through. I did find some gold rings, earrings, necklaces, chains. I went back and purchased 4 more boxes for 20 dollars a piece. I still have boxes full in my room. Some time I might use them for something. There was beautiful beads in them. Clasps and different closures. I really loved your video and I've never made any long beads. You can buy a small paper roller but I did best with my fingers. Thank you so much for all your information and what beautiful. Work. God bless you.

[@DeniseS-6867]

Hello Natasa, haven't made these in years, got a kit many moons ago it was fun. Love your big paper beads they are beautiful, thanks for sharing.

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you Denise!!

[@patroark8491]

Making these beads becomes an addiction! I’ve made about 200 just sitting and watching tv in the evening…love this idea! Thank you!

[@TreasureBooks]

Wow you are VERY productive!!!

[@rhondadorst3553]

Thank you, I had seen this done one time and just thought about making some myself this morning. You're video was the first one to pop up. I'm excited to get started. Thanks again for sharing your technique. Get well soon!

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you 😊 Have fun!!

[@terryt.1643]

I love those beads. I have stacks of calendars I can use… thanks for helping me declutter.

[@junkjournaldavao]

Definitely please continue to do more paper beads. It's my first time to make these treasures and as always, thanks for the inspiration Natasha. -Dave from the Philippines 💙

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much Dave!

[@appleoneill5135]

Great idea and tutorial. I love recycling old bits and bobs to give them a new life. It's like reincarnation for the crafting world! x

[@donnacheney1749]

I never knew how easy these could be to make...of course you make it look easy😉Going to give them a try, Natasa! Thanks! So glad you are feeling better.

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much :)

[@suemiller6759]

I wanted to make some beads but was going to look on here how to do it. Thanks for showing us. I would rather learn from you !! I so enjoy watching you !! You are a great teacher & you make me chuckle at times !!!

[@maheennasr5897]

Amazing u r sooooo talented I just love everything u make and these beads will be a great addition for junk journaling! These paper beads would go perfectly with the paper tassels u made before!!!!!🤩

[@TreasureBooks]

Yes!! Thank you for watching 😊

[@hummerklein4902]

God bless everything you touch sweetie Don’t pay any attention to the negative You are adorable in all your repurpose.

[@beautylover8606]

Hi, Natasa Hope you are feeling better!🥰 This is a first paper bead making for me and I can’t wait to create them! Such a cool idea! Thank you for your inspiration! You are so much fun. 💗💗💗

[@TreasureBooks]

Oh you are going to have so much fun!!!! Thank you for watching :)

[@winniebee5299]

Super excited to be getting together with my friend, Angela, this afternoon to watch this video together and create a batch of paper beads!

[@JanieAlcove9]

Love love love these beads. I’m already in search of scraps and colorful calandres….!!!!!!!!!

[@TreasureBooks]

Have fun Janie!!

[@cynthiarahman9395]

Hi Natasha, thanks for bringing the ideas back. I have a lot of paper beads. They are just stored away. Have a lovely day. Bye for now seen

[@cherylwilliams42]

You seek yours and yet you share how you do this and encourage other! How unselfish you are. You are a blessing! Thank you.

[@cherylwilliams42]

Edit: you SELL yours…( I can’t stand auto-correct. It gets me all of the time.)

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much!

[@mimimitch327]

You are an excellent teacher! What a fun idea! I think my grandma did this in the 60’s. I have a vague memory of her rolling them as a little girl!🥰 I sent this to my granddaughters and we will do a FT visit soon to make them! 2017! I do too. They have such pretty pictures, I always think I will use them for something! Look here! I will do something with them! Thanks!

[@robindonnelly]

I was making a paper bead bracelet for myself last night. Im working on creating a paper beads stash so I can just choose which ones I want. I also have a paper bead roller, but mine is a wooden base with a large ball roller. I purchased it on Etsy from a lady whose husband made them for her because she made paper beads so much she had hand fatigue. She ended up opening a store and selling them as a result and they sold a ton! I love the calendar idea for longer beads, so simple! I also love using up old glitter nail polish this way. Thanks for sharing!

[@janinewoodhull3611]

If you are able, I'd love it if you could link the bead roller you use!!😀

[@lzrd8460]

You have a 2017 calendar because you are a craft’s person! We never throw good stuff out! 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@TreasureBooks]

So true!

[@jjzjewelry]

This has definitely rekindled the desire to make paper beads. I have many that I’ve made but didn’t know what to do with them. Thank you for the charm tutorial, I know what to do with them now!!

[@TreasureBooks]

Wonderful!

[@madluv6789]

I have plenty of paper all kinds (bought a box of pre-cut book covers years ago), toothpicks, nail polish. I used to roll as you do, then I bought a contraption. I was distracted by card making.Time to get to work, it's been awhile. Much appreciation to you and for you.

[@Vonnies1929]

I'm feeling inspired about the long beads! Very pretty. Thanks

[@gayledunn3847]

Love ,love the paper beads and charms with them plus lace ,gorgeous!!

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much!

[@zohananand]

I was in a bad mood.....but watching this video in the morning made my day...... thank you❤❤❤

[@marenaward9219]

I love this video I'm an old senoir crafter..40 yrs of crafting but never knew this. Thanks for sharing the knowledge. Can't wait to create many beads

[@TreasureBooks]

Oh, well I’m so glad of being of help!!! Thank you for watching 😊

[@kellycarver2500]

Your beads would look great in macrame plant hangers, or even decorative window strings, draped from a corner. I like making beaded necklaces on large pots, or other ceramic pots or jars. Nice work, lady.

[@islandgypsie]

These paper beads are all new to me…not sure how I missed them but thank you for your video! These are beautiful and I can’t wait to plop on my sofa in front of the tv & rolling some paper beads! Feels like it is soothing somehow. And your videos are great at showing techniques & inspiring too so thanks from Anna Maria Island, FL 🏝️ Well done 👍 😊

[@darvadeemac3515]

Absolutely beautiful beads. No worries about the year of calendars. I’ve got some from 1990! 🤭Wonderful ideas other than tags 🏷 and pockets in journals. Love ❤️ this video. Hugs 🤗 DarvaDee USA 🇺🇸

[@annaaragon6763]

Gorgeous lady ❤❤❤ im SOOOO happy to see your amazing paper beads !!!!!❤❤❤❤ I LOVE THE WAY YOU RESPONDED, YOU AND I ARE THOUGHTFUL OF SAVING THESE PAPER CRAFTS !!!!! KEEP ON MOVING FORWARD TO ANOTHER GREAT PAPER TUTORIAL ❤❤❤❤ LOVE IT. HATERS ARE HATERS ❤❤❤❤ I ESPECIALLY WAS GONNA TEXT THAT ONE PERSON .I SAID NOT !!!! I'M NOT WASTING MY TIME ON HER.❤❤❤❤NOR ANYONE ELSE--- HATERS

[@myhillsidegarden3998]

Thank you for sharing your talent and the inspiration you give with your videos. You are so lucky to have items where your father and mother have also worked on them. What lovely keepsakes to have. Enjoy your day! Catherine

[@05grandkids]

Natasha, I LOVE all of your bead projects. You are so talented. Anything goes together and looks great after your touches. Love all of your talents.

[@craftnm7225]

Love this video and your projects! Especially love the paper beads on your journal spines!

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you 🤗

[@akiahselwa4584]

Natasha, thank you for your videos and for encouraging us to use what we have to create beautiful things. Please don't stop creating and sharing with us!

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you do very much 🙏

[@jeanfuller1462]

You are so creative,I just love everything you do in the world of crafting. THANKS SO MUCH FROM SOUTH CAROLINA.

[@barbarasantiago8305]

Lovely beads and they look so difficult but they aren't, how wonderful they are. Thank you for this video, I love the way you teach projects!

[@TreasureBooks]

Thanks so much 😊

[@lelew2308]

You ever come across a vid and didn’t know you needed it? Well now I NEED to do this. Never heard of this by its very beautiful

[@onetinyPOP]

Aw i remember seeing these about twenty years ago glad to see your bringing them back!!!!

[@TreasureBooks]

They really are so much fun to make :)

[@loralee1484]

I made paper beads many years ago with no thought in my head on what to do with them! I made them because I could. Lol. So now I am making them again. I’ve been using old calendars for about 30 years now to make envelopes. I always have a plethora of them. But now I know I can save the scrap pieces for beads. Thanks for making this tutorial.

[@TreasureBooks]

Wonderful! We can use those beads for so much more than necklaces and earrings (which personally I would never make or wear) but they look wonderful as "book jewellery"

[@lauriedavis5137]

Never even heard of paper beads but I’m hooked! Thanks so much!!! I’m a definite fan!

[@kty4549]

Waouh, très belles créations, merci pour ce partage 🙏🙏🙏

[@4heartandsoul319]

I never get tired of watching your wonderful videos. Thank you for these fantastic tutorials.

[@theresakelly4609]

That is so perfect for my daughters and I to do together on rainy days. They are into the Boho effect now in their lives and this is a great addition to that kind of creativity. Thank you again for the inspiration. Maybe bedside lamps with beads as trim and ribbons... Love ALL of your beautiful skills and kindness for sharing it with us.

[@debbieanderson8924]

This is the second time I have watched this video and again it makes me want to make beautiful beads. Thanks for the inspiration. You are awesome!

[@anitamitchell3452]

It's been years for me too ... but I think it's high time to start again. It is an addictive craft. I keep my old calendars also. lol

[@teresab.1448]

Thank you for inspiring me - sending love and prayers from eastern North Carolina :)

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much!

[@aliciarenk4279]

That beautiful sparkles makes me absolutely a fan of glitter. Wonderfull project. Thank you!!!

[@shahirahabib2947]

I’m watching this tutorial in bed but I’m so excited I want to get up and go do some beads NOW😃Thank you Natasha for a beautiful mind blowing tutorial ♥♥♥you are absolutely fantastic 😍your ideas are amazing , your organized thoughts and explanations are a gift and I’m constantly learning from you. Thanks a million again and again and again😊❤🌹

[@debraleblanc6122]

Oh my! You should have a TV show. I laugh out loud so many times during your video. Love how you leave little mishaps in there, but everything always works out beautifully! Seriously, though, you're a natural comedian and a brilliant crafter. You made my day. :)

[@silvertongueX3]

I've already commented, but I just had to tell you: when you sealed your beautiful neads with nail polish, I thought, "You are the queen of my hoard!" 😆 More like an angel of mercy ❤

[@jneigler]

Glad you are feeling better. Great tutorial. Beautiful beads. Thanks for sharing.

[@karenkayser6248]

I’m so hooked on paper beads, beautifully done

[@durehm]

Lovely, lovely work and YES I shall be making paper beads again. Good idea to use sparkly nail varnish. Try threading some onto your ballpoint pen refills to make fancy pens to go with the journal.

[@donnaconrad6212]

Wow! So many ideas…beaded curtains, hair adornments for braided hair, or fasten to barrettes, belts, sashes, tie-back curtains, used in macrame, decor on trinket boxes, shoelaces on sneakers…

[@noemid1458]

Thank you so much for sharing all your creative and beautiful ideas with all of us😊🌻🤗🌺

[@TreasureBooks]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching :)

[@paulinesteinbrink3568]

I just love this video and it has inspired me to make them again. I have made them before a few years ago and have been collecting papers to make them again. It is fun to make all the different shapes. One thing I found that if you put pva glue all along the paper strip that when it dries the bead is harder and feels less like paper. I also use modge podge to seal beads and then coat with the glitter fingernail polish. This makes a really hard bead. I love adding different colored glitter and combinations are as you say endless.

[@deborahbeatty]

Oh my gosh! When you pull out the earrings at 24:30, I used to have a pair of those! In gold and in copper. I repurposed both into purse charms I sold a few years back. Lol.

[@lynettes6172]

Everything you demonstrate showcases your extrodinary creativity and each item has so many uses! There are no limits as to how many ways you have sparked my interest to try new ideas in a different way. Many, many thanks for sharing your imaginative genius wih us!

[@TreasureBooks]

Thank you so much!

[@joannevennker4390]

I have seen beautiful paper beads before, and immediately thought it was way too difficult and time consuming to be bothered with. But now, after watching you...I can do this! Thank you.

[@jamiecee4960]

Haven't made paper beads in ages. May have to try them again. ☺️

[@diyallthings]

You should!!!!

[@apriestnamedViv]

these would make beautiful bead curtains