Beads for several decades have been one of the most popular materials for the creativity of many craftswomen and needlewomen. He is loved not only by experienced craftsmen, but also by beginners in the creative field. Beads are coming up with a new application, among which is melting. As a result of melting iridescent and bright beads, creative gizmos are obtained that will take their rightful place in your interior and simply cheer up.
It is necessary
- - beads (color of your choice),
- - molds for melting beads (any size, shape),
- - vegetable oil (for lubricating molds),
- - oven or microwave.
Instructions
Step 1
For a start, you can try to make small figures and objects to see what can come out in the end and just fill your hand.
Take a baking sheet and line it with baking paper (parchment). Then the shape of your choice for melting the beads must be well oiled from the inside.
Step 2
Take plastic or plastic beads and place them on the bottom of the mold. Beads can be arranged randomly or in a certain sequence, it all depends on your imagination. But it is desirable that the beads are placed in one row.
Step 3
Put a baking sheet with molds in an oven preheated to 200 ° C. We check the degree of swimming every 5 to 10 minutes. Usually 20 minutes is sufficient for melting. After cooking, remove the baking sheet from the oven and let cool. We take out the figures from the molds and enjoy the result.
Melted beads can be used to make various interior items, Christmas tree decorations, costume jewelry, and creative household items. Try and experiment with bead color, transparency, texture and degree of melting.
Good luck with your creativity!