Women as far back as Victorian England in the late 1800s were making paper beads as a constructive way to pass the time. It’s said that these beads were often strung into long strands of yarn and used as room separators. Currently, making rolled paper beads using recycled paper is popular in places like Uganda where women make beautiful beads that are purchased under fair trade agreements and sold around the world. This helps women in those areas generate an income for themselves and their families.
Paper beads are a popular craft form nowadays. It’s a fun and rewarding art form both for children and adults, requiring very little materials, supplies, and money to get started.
There are quite a few artists who enjoy making paper beads and selling their creations on Etsy and other marketplaces. Many have explored creative and exciting new ways to work with paper beads.
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