Beads made from magazine pages? How could that be? Read on to find out how to make this great wearable craft! Make them for dress up or Mardi Gras.

Magazine pages (preferable full of pictures/colors)
Scissors
Glue
Ruler
Pencil or fine point marker
Toothpick
Fine string, thread, or fishing line
Extra craft beads for decoration

Measure a magazine page to cut strips in various widths (1/4, 1/2, and 3/4 inches).

Cut strips from magazine

Analyze the paper for pictures that would make great patterns. Starting with the opposite end of the picture, put a dab of glue on the outside (side to be rolled over).

Roll the strip around the toothpick. The glue will hold the center together and the toothpick will allow room to string the beads together later.

At the last 1/4 inch of the roll, put a dab of glue on the underside of the paper. This will keep the roll from coming apart.

Remove toothpick and allow to dry.

Repeat with other strips.

String the beads, alternating between round craft beads and long magazine beads, onto a piece of string, thread, or fishing line.

Tie a knot to close, wear, and enjoy!

This craft reprinted courtesy of CambriaRecycles.org.