Unique Ways to Use Beads
I thought it would be fun to come up with an ongoing list of ways you can use beads. I'll keep adding to the list as I get new ideas. Also, I'd love to have your own unique contributions. Just email us at beadsindeed@cox.net with your ideas. Here's some to get us started:
1. Christmas ornaments
2. Bookmarks
3. Key chains
4. Sew onto the collar of shirt
5. Knit onto a garment
6. Wine glass charms
7. Beaded purse
8. Fishing lures
9. Zipper pull
10. Letter beads & a safety pin to make a name tag
11. Use them with a hat pin to decorate a cork bottle top
12. Decorate the lower edges of a lampshade
13. Rosary
14. Beaded watch
15. Multimedia art work
16. Dreamcatchers
17. French beaded flowers
18. Beaded tassles
19. Belly dancing jewelry
20. Add sparkle to costumes
21. Wrap around handles of silverware
22. Beaded name badges
23. Decorate a photo frame
24. Beaded dog or cat collar
25. Napkin rings
26. Lamp pulls
27. Drapery pull backs
28. Cufflinks
29. Decorative plant picks
29. Use as garden rocks
30. Braid into hair
31. Decorate your license plate
32. Tiara
33. Weave into clothing
34. Use on cheerleader pompoms
35. Sew onto dancing costumes
36. Make a chain for a wallet or watch
37. Prayer beads
If you'd like to find out more unique ways to use beads as well as how to sell your item, visit The Artful Crafter Jewelry Making section for ideas on how to make and sell your jewelry pieces.