You don't have to be crafty to create one-of-a-kind home decor items using vibrant, colorful beads. To save money and have the best selection from which to choose, consider purchasing wholesale beads in bulk. In addition to getting the most beads for your buck, you'll always have some on hand when creativity strikes.
Use beads to enhance boring, everyday items or to transform worn-out items into boutique-quality decor. You can also use the bulk beads to design your own holiday or party decor, as well as thoughtful presents for friends and loved one. Handmade beaded items make ideal birthday, holiday bridal shower, wedding and housewarming gifts.Kids can also use beads to make their own decor pieces as birthday party favors.
Decorative beads come in a wide range of colors, designs and materials, such as intricate Cloisonne, Swarovski crystal, kid-friend plastic, pressed glass and even semi-precious gemstones. Some feature holes for stringing, or flat backs for adhering to surfaces with glue.
To get you started, here are some home decor craft ideas using beads:
1. Picture Frames
An easy and fun way to put your personal stamp on a basic picture frame is to bling it out with beads. Start with a plain wood, metal or plastic frame, and decide on your color scheme. If your home has a beach-inspired decor theme, choose flat-backed beads in watery shades of sea foam green and turquoise. You can also make a festive frame for celebrating a holiday, such as a red, white and blue scheme for Memorial Day and the Fourth of July.
Pick up each bead with a pair of tweezers, apply a small amount of glue to the backs, and press them down onto the frame firmly. You can cover the entire surface with beads, or just enhance the perimeter. As another idea, use the beads to write words or phrases, such as "beach vacation" or "I love you" on the frame as a personalized touch.
2. Candle Holders
You can also use beads to upgrade basic glass candle holders. Glue flat-backed beads onto the holder using the same technique as the picture frame, or slide small beads onto thin wire, and then wrap it around the holder as another option. You may need some glue to hold the ends of the wire into place.
3. Flower Vases
Dress up your dining room table with a tall clear glass vase filled with colorful beads. Again, you can use beads to match a specific decor theme, such as vibrant green, yellow and orange beads for a tropical look, or a mix of silver and gold beads as a sophisticated twist.
You can easily change the bead colors to reflect the changing seasons, holidays and special events as well. For more help, talk to a company like Mayer Import Co Inc Imitation Stones.
