Beaded jewelries can be a great hobby for seniors. Besides exercising a great fascination, they also involve creativity, imagination and dexterity. Any creative hobby has the great potential to keep people inspired and entertained.
Seniors who start their first beadwork soon declare their addiction in creating original jewelries to wear or to offer as presents. Many of the assisted living Amarillo communities for seniors offer these type of classes for their residents.
Before starting their first beading attempts, many people may feel a bit intimidated, because there are so many methods, styles and materials. But all these are also sources of inspiration, so the best thing you can do is to read about this craft and watch the creations of other people. Just Google some key words such as “beading techniques”, “beaded necklace” etc. and browse through the results. For more specialized results, you can access sites such as Pinterest or Etsy.
Purchase a beginner’s kit and experiment for a while, before starting a more serious project. Also, do not forget that you can combine beading with other crafts such as clay modeling or knitting, to unleash your creativity and create some unique pieces of jewelry.
Technical tips:
- If you are struggling with your eyesight or hand coordination, use beads with large holes, to avoid frustration
- Choose colors that inspire you to combine them
- Use strings that are resistant and easy to use
- Choose carefully the accessories for closure. Some of them are difficult to use by seniors (e.g. lobster clasps) and should be avoided.
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