I used to make these years ago just because it was fun! I came across some of them and thought you might enjoy making them! So I am going to show you how to make bead people.
I made them as pins, but they can be tied to a package, or used as an ornament. These are just a few of them. You can see more in the video.
How to Make Bead People Materials
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- An assortment of beads: https://amzn.to/2EyCG7I & https://amzn.to/2Exuzs0
- Thin wire (24- 28 gage): https://amzn.to/2HAoBZc
- Pliers: https://amzn.to/2YMefex
- Jewelry findings: https://amzn.to/2K79WXk
- Browse the jewelry section at the craft store and see if you happen to see anything interesting that could be used as a hat, or a skirt, etc.
- Pin backs: https://amzn.to/2MbUWtJ
How to Make Bead People Video Tutorial
Directions on How To Make Bead People
Step 1
Cut a length of wire approximately twice the length you want your bead person to be. You are going to fold it in half and you already have legs.
![How to make bead people | Cut wire for bead people body](https://www.craftklatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/1-How-to-make-bead-people-Cut-wire-for-bead-people-body-822x1024.jpg)
Step 2
String on jewelry finding for a crown or go right for the head bead.
![add jewelry finding for crown](https://www.craftklatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/2-How-to-make-bead-people-add-jewelry-finding-for-crown-913x1024.jpg)
Step 3
Then, add other beads for the body and legs. You can add different colors and size beads for the knees. Also, add a bigger bead for the feet.
![How to make bead people | Add beads for the body and legs](https://www.craftklatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/3-How-to-make-bead-people-Add-beads-for-the-body-and-legs-808x1024.jpg)
Step 4
Twist the wire at the end to secure the beads.
![Bend wire to attach the beads for the feet](https://www.craftklatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/4-how-to-make-bead-people-Bend-wire-to-attach-the-beads-for-the-feet-774x1024.jpg)
Step 5
Take a length of wire and wrap it around the neck. Twist it a couple of times, so it’s secure. Those will be the arms.
![Wrap wire around the neck for the arms](https://www.craftklatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/5-How-to-make-bead-people-Wrap-wire-around-the-neck-for-the-arms-809x1024.jpg)
Step 6
Add beads again for the arms, elbows, and hands. Secure the end of the wire to hold the beads in place.
![How to make bead people | Add a pin finding to the back of the bead people](https://www.craftklatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/6-How-to-make-bead-people-Add-a-pin-finding-to-the-back-of-the-bead-people-738x1024.jpg)
That’s it! Now, you know how to make bead people!
![how to make bead people | Finished bead person](https://www.craftklatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/7-how-to-make-bead-people-Finished-bead-person-743x1024.jpg)
If you want to add hair, I just took my wire and wrapped it around a skewer to make the curly hair, and then I attached it to the head.
You can make all kinds of bead people!
![Chubby bead person](https://www.craftklatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/8-bead-people-829x1024.jpg)
![10 bead person](https://www.craftklatch.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/10-bead-people-838x1024.jpg)
If you like bead crafts, I have a few you might enjoy!
I have a Bead Coaster where they are embedded in resin, which is a cool look!
I also have an easy Bead Coaster, which involves stringing beads! Very zen!
If you like making people, consider making a Pistachio People Coaster!
Bead People You Can Buy!
If you don’t have time to make them, I found some amazing handmade versions you can buy!
Thanks for stopping by!
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Mona
Mona, these are so cute! I remember making something similar with my sister as kids. Now, I know what I will be making at our weekly craft night! Thanks for the tutorial and Happy Crafting!
I love it! Thanks for sharing Dawn! Sister time is amazing!