Are you ready? Let’s create!
First, pinch off a portion of the air-dry clay and roll it between your hands. You’ll want to make an approximate 1-inch ball. Don’t worry about it being perfect! The beauty of these beads is that they are all slightly different and unique, giving that organic feel. Place them on your paper plate or nonstick surface and continue until you’ve made 16.
Next, you’ll need to make the hole for the twine. Grab your skewer and stick it gently through the middle. Wiggle the skewer around a bit to make sure the hole is big enough to allow your twine through. Pro Tip… If you stick the skewer back through the hole from the opposite side you won’t have excess clay around the rim of your hole.
Now we wait. Most clay will take about 24 hours to completely cure, so be patient. Trust us…It will be worth it!
Grab your paintbrush. We love these beads painted in neutrals and black but use your creativity! What colors will go best in your home? La La Linda likes to layer color, it gives her beads a natural aged look and feel. She’ll start with beige, then she may stipple browns and or grays. Again, it doesn’t need to be perfect. Have fun with it!
It’s time to put it all together! Grab your twine and cut a piece to string your beads: about 26” should do it. Leave at least 5” on both ends to tie the knots and attach a tassel. Knot both ends and attach a tassel if you have one… we found this great tutorial… https://www.stonegableblog.com/textural-updated-twine-tassel-diy/
That’s it! Now, all you need to do is find the perfect spot to display your beads. They look so chic on a coffee table, a mantle, draped on your favorite bowl or around a vase. Think of them as “jewelry for your home! ”
We would love to hear from you! Share your bead creation, and please tag us on social, @fhhomestore or email directly Fhhome@furnishinghope.org.
