How-To Paper Beads - Make Paper Beads

By Rain Blanken, About.com Guide

I love origami because of the elegance that carefully folded paper can bring to a look. Similarly, gluing paper beads is a great way to easily incorporate paper crafting into your jewelry repertoire. The materials are easy to find and the technique is simple. Learn how to make your own paper beads with this quick photo tutorial.

What You'll Need

• A toothpick or other thin cylinder (I used an Allen wrench)
• Colored paper
• Scissors [recommended scissors]
• Glue

Once you have gathered your materials, let's get started.

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• How-To Paper Beads: What You'll Need
• Use Scrapbook Paper
• Use Stamped Paper
• Cut Paper into Strips
• Roll the Paper
• Glue in Place
• Beading Projects

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