More Paper Beads



I've made a batch of beads using the very pretty pages from a couple of homewares catalogs with a rather nice matt finish paper. Here they are all set up to dry after being sealed with Royal Coat decoupage finish. The whole process really does make a very solid, rigid bead.

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Melanie said…
oh I have always meant to try and make these beads. They look awesome. Fab idea to reuse styrefoam. I cant stand that stuff and they pack everything with it these days. awesome beads, Excellent idea with the styrofoam
September 27, 2008 at 1:12 AM
Robyn Coburn Writer/Artist said…
Thanks Melanie. I have an idea to make some standing sculptures from reclaimed styrofoam. I want to put together the shapes, using toothpicks or skewers, then cover it with plaster bandage - the kind you dip in water to activate. I've used it before for theater props and it takes paint very well once dry. It's a back burner idea.
September 27, 2008 at 8:55 AM
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