Crafter, tutor, tool-maker. writer, blogger and photographer living on the edge of the UK opposite Rotterdam.
Faux china paper beads look so pretty and delicate you’d think you could smash them like china.
But you can’t because they’re paper!
And they were made with my latest free printable so you can easily make them too.
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Unique paper bead ideas – are you looking for some new ones? Well maybe this idea will inspire you to make these beautiful paper beads with a vintage look.
Watercolor jewelry painting is so easy and enjoyable – you will LOVE it!
After a very long break (since December!) I’m back with a new craft tutorial for you.
And Yes, there will be some free craft printables for you at the end of this post.
By the way, since I made my video, I have found a way to varnish the pendants without activating the watercolor.
I will be sharing that with you very soon!
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Paper bead necklace – a project for you to make using my last free printables of 2021 and you might just love it!
I appreciate all my loyal YouTube viewers and blog readers, so I have one final design for you this year.
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Are you a digital scrapbooker? In the last two days, I have uploaded 62 free Christmas sentiments for digital scrapbookers and card makers.
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Merry Christmas everyone – here are my free Christmas printables for all those who celebrate.
(Link to the free printable files further down.)
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How to make presents with paper is a question many crafters ponder.
And with the current world situation, it’s never been more relevant.
We are seeing shortages of many goods, and being warned of worse to come.
Every day we are being warned that holidays, such as Christmas, are under threat.
Why? Because we don’t need to spend money on more ‘stuff’ to show people we care.
Do we really need lavish presents? I don’t think so.
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Tyvek crafts. Really? Yes! Tyvek is not only for making mailing envelopes or house wrapping material.
As most seasoned crafters will know, we made Tyvek our own a long time ago.
And why not? Tyvek is one of the most versatile craft materials I have in my craft arsenal.
It acts like paper but it’s tough, tear resistant and water resistant – what’s not to love!
How to make round paper beads – yes, I have addressed this paper beading mystery before – click here to see.
But I have returned to address it again because I know so many people have this issue.
We are all familiar with the traditional tapered paper beads that Victorian ladies made.
But for many people, that elusive rounder shape isn’t so easy.
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So if you like the idea of making Russian doll paper beads, you are in the right place!
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