Bead Making

Bead making is the craft of shaping small, decorative objects—called beads—typically from materials like glass, clay, or metal. The process involves shaping and sometimes embellishing the material into uniform or unique forms, often using tools or molds. Beads can be created through techniques such as melting and shaping glass, hand-sculpting clay, or wire work. Once made, they are usually drilled or perforated to allow stringing onto jewelry, clothing, or artwork. Bead making combines creativity and skill, and it has been practiced across cultures for centuries to produce jewelry, adornments, and ceremonial objects.