Bead loom bookmark craft for 10-year-olds
This project is for 10-year-olds ready for careful pattern weaving with small beads. It creates one flat bookmark, not jewelry.
What to buy
Small seed beads in assorted colors
1 assortment
Beading thread
1 spool
Beading needle
1
Stiff cardboard loom rectangle
1
Binder clips
2
Graph paper
2 sheets
Colored pencils
1 set
Ruler
1
Embroidery floss for tassels
2 skeins
Small scissors
1 pair
Clear nail polish or thread sealant for adult use
1 bottle
Book to support loom
1
Who this list is for
This bead loom bookmark craft is for 10-year-olds ready for careful pattern weaving with small beads. It makes one flat bookmark, not a piece of jewelry.
How to use this list
Plan the pattern on graph paper with colored pencils, using the ruler to keep rows even. Set up the stiff cardboard loom with beading thread and hold the ends with two binder clips. Rest the loom against a book for support. Thread the beading needle and add seed beads one row at a time, checking the pattern as you go. Finish with embroidery floss tassels, trim with small scissors, and ask an adult to use clear nail polish or thread sealant on the final thread ends.
Common mistakes
Do not rush the first few rows; loose or uneven tension can make the bookmark curve. Keep seed beads in a shallow area so they do not scatter. Do not use the bookmark as a bracelet or necklace. Clear nail polish or thread sealant is for adult use only.
What is on this list
Gather an assortment of small seed beads, one spool of beading thread, one beading needle, a stiff cardboard loom rectangle, and two binder clips. The list also includes graph paper, colored pencils, ruler, two embroidery floss skeins, small scissors, clear nail polish or thread sealant, and a book to support the loom. Cross off what you own.
When you are done
Check that the bookmark lies flat, then have an adult seal the thread ends. Let the ends dry before placing the bookmark inside a book.
FAQ
Who is "Bead loom bookmark craft for 10-year-olds" for?
This bead loom bookmark craft is for 10-year-olds ready for careful pattern weaving with small beads. It makes one flat bookmark, not a piece of jewelry.
How should I use "Bead loom bookmark craft for 10-year-olds"?
Plan the pattern on graph paper with colored pencils, using the ruler to keep rows even. Set up the stiff cardboard loom with beading thread and hold the ends with two binder clips. Rest the loom against a book for support. Thread the beading needle and add seed beads one row at a time, checking the pattern as you go. Finish with embroidery floss tassels, t…
What should I skip or avoid with "Bead loom bookmark craft for 10-year-olds"?
Do not rush the first few rows; loose or uneven tension can make the bookmark curve. Keep seed beads in a shallow area so they do not scatter. Do not use the bookmark as a bracelet or necklace. Clear nail polish or thread sealant is for adult use only.
What is on the "Bead loom bookmark craft for 10-year-olds" list?
Gather an assortment of small seed beads, one spool of beading thread, one beading needle, a stiff cardboard loom rectangle, and two binder clips. The list also includes graph paper, colored pencils, ruler, two embroidery floss skeins, small scissors, clear nail polish or thread sealant, and a book to support the loom. Cross off what you own.
What should I do when I am done?
Check that the bookmark lies flat, then have an adult seal the thread ends. Let the ends dry before placing the bookmark inside a book.
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