Friday, September 23, 2011

Somebody loves paper projects

And it's *THIS LADY*. Made some more paper earrings. So easy when you have the right tools. This Martha Stewart Circle Cutter has paid for itself...I used that and a regular circle paper punch, with some fun printed scrapbook paper. (BTW, I've had this exact jar of decoupage since the 6th grade when I discovered this stuff and went crazy collaging all things)
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Makin' Paper Beads:

1.) Glue your paper together front to back and let dry (I usually set a heavy book on top so it doesn't buckle).
2.) Cut out your larger circles. Then using the small circle punch, eyeball where you want the inner circle punched out and just go for it.
3.) I have an itty bitty hole punch (not pictured) that I use to make a hole for the findings to attach.
4.) I coated my paper in decoupage & let dry. You won't need to do this if you used really heavy cardstock, but it still gives it a nice sheen.
5.) Add your findings and you're good to go!
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Ta-da! They're not indestructible given that they're still made out of paper and all, but really fun if you want to add some more options to your earring collection.

Huzzah and happy humid Friday Y'all!

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