Making Papier-Mâché Beads - 2.
Channel: Hilary Bravo
Date: 28/05/2013

This is a demonstration video that I made for the Blue Peter team on BBC TV at their request. 
This explains why there are five beads on the final necklace spelling out the word - PETER!  
 
I'm demonstrating making simple beads using soft white loo paper. 
I'm strengthening the beads with a diluted mix of P.V.A glue and water - just add enough to make it like runny cream so you're able to submerge the beads for a few moments - until most of the oxygen bubbles have risen to the surface.

Also shapes resembling flowers, leaves and fish by layering and wrapping loo paper around a large crab claw I found on the beach. 

Dry in a microwave oven for 3-4 seconds, then check progress and repeat until almost dry. 

Allow to cool down and wait till completely dry before painting.