Beaded Baubles for Adornation!
Make colorful beaded baubles to wear or decorate by threading beads onto string and experimenting with patterns, patience, and fine motor skills.
Step-by-step guide to make beaded baubles for adornation
Christmas Town Beaded Bauble
Step 1
Clear a flat workspace and put the small bowl or tray on it to catch beads.
Step 2
Choose the beads and colors you want to use and put them in the tray.
Step 3
Wrap the string around your wrist or neck once and add 10 centimeters then cut that length with scissors.
Step 4
Fold a small piece of clear tape over one end of the string to make a stopper so beads won't fall off.
Step 5
Lay out a pattern of beads in the order you want on the tray so you can follow it while threading.
Step 6
Thread the first bead onto the taped end of the string and pull it up until it rests against the tape.
Step 7
Continue threading beads one by one following your pattern until the string is almost full.
Step 8
Hold the beaded string up to your wrist or neck to check the fit and stop when it feels right leaving about 3 centimeters of string free.
Step 9
Peel off the tape and tie a strong double knot in the two string ends to secure the beads.
Step 10
Trim the extra string close to the knot with scissors leaving a small tail so the knot stays secure.
Step 11
Slide the knot into the nearest bead hole if it fits or tuck it neatly so your bauble looks finished.
Step 12
Take a picture and share your finished beaded bauble on DIY.org
Final steps
You're almost there! Complete all the steps, bring your creation to life, post it, and conquer the challenge!
Help!?
What can I use if I don't have clear tape, string, or a small bowl/tray?
If you don't have clear tape, string, or a small bowl/tray, use masking tape or a folded scrap of paper as the stopper, embroidery floss or thin ribbon instead of string, and a small cup, muffin tin, or towel to hold beads while you lay out your pattern.
My beads keep slipping off or the tape won't stickāhow do I fix that?
If beads slip off or the tape won't stick, refold a larger piece of tape over the string end or attach a paperclip/safety pin as a stopper, use a slightly longer cut (wrap plus 10 cm) to avoid running out, then secure the finished double knot with a tiny drop of clear nail polish or craft glue before trimming.
How can I adapt this activity for different ages?
For toddlers use larger beads with big holes and thicker yarn or pipe cleaners and adult help for cutting and tying, while older children can use finer string, smaller beads, complex patterns, and practice sliding the knot into the nearest bead hole themselves.
How can we extend or personalize the finished beaded bauble?
Personalize your bauble by adding a small charm or pendant before tying the double knot, spelling a name with alphabet beads, sealing the knot with clear nail polish, or attaching a jewelry clasp after trimming for a removable piece to share on DIY.org.
Watch videos on how to make beaded baubles for adornation
Beaded bauble tutorial
4 Videos
Beaded bauble tutorial
Create Your Own Christmas Beaded Netted Baubles with Bugle & Seed Beads
Easy Beaded Christmas Baubles
Easy DIY Beaded Christmas Bauble Tutorial || Circular Peyote Beaded Baubles
Facts about bead crafts for kids
š Ancient: The oldest known beads (tiny shell beads) date back about 100,000 years ā people have loved adorning themselves for ages!
š Cultural colors: Many cultures (like the Maasai) use bead colors and patterns to tell stories, show status, or mark celebrations.
š Material mix: Beads can be made from glass, wood, metal, stone, bone, seeds, and plastic ā mix textures for extra sparkle!
š§ Skill-builder: Threading beads is often used in play and occupational therapy to boost fine motor skills, concentration, and patience.
š¬ Tiny tools: Seed beads can be as small as size 15/0, which is only about 1ā2 millimeters across ā very tiny to thread!
How do I make beaded baubles for kids?
What materials do I need to make beaded baubles?
What ages are beaded baubles suitable for?
What safety tips should I follow when making beaded baubles?
One subscription, many ways to play and learn.
Only $6.99 after trial. No credit card required