A NOTE TO ADULTS Please review the instructions for these craft projects before your children make them Be Sure to help them with any steps you do not think they can safely do on their own CHERRY LAKE Publishing A NOTE TO KIDS Be sure to ask an adult for help with these You craft activities when need it Always put your safety
HOW TO BRAS TABLE OF CONTENTS The History of Bead Making 4 Decorating with Beads 6 The Clay 8 Homemade Air Dry Polymer 10 Creating Clay Beads 12 Painting Your Beads 14 Simple Swirl Beads 16 BFF Best Friend's Fingerprint Charms 18 Intricate Pressed Pendants 20 Monogrammed Key Chain 22 Spiral Cane Beads 24 Watermelon Cane Beads 26 Inspiration Is Everywhere 29 Glossary 30 For More Information 31 Index 32 About the Author 32
The History of Bead Making D Beads can be made of wood stone clay metal glass plastic and many other materials People have been making beads and decorating with them for a very long time Archaeologists have found beads from ancient civilizations all over the world Unlike many items that archaeologists have uncovered beads are not necessary for daily survival You do not need beads to hunt for food or protect yourself from harsh
In ancient times beads were often used for decoration They were also used in many other ways Some ancient civilizations used beads as currency to trade for other items Some used beads to show status or for religious purposes Ancient Egyptians covered mummies with intricate beaded netting In some cultures beads were even believed to have protective or healing powers Many ancient religions used beads for prayer and some religions continue to do so today Early beads were made from shells stones seeds animal bones and teeth and even eggs Glass and clay beads were made later Buddhism is one of many religions that use beads for prayer or
