Beaded Backpack Danglers

I'm coming to the end of my summer crafts series, the kids are back in school today. I'm glad to have more of my time as my own again but it's been a fun summer and I hate to see it end. In September I'll be posting weekly lunch tips for those of us stuck in the peanut butter and jelly rut.

This craft will probably appeal to the young lady in your life. There's something about dangley things and beads and clips that just make girls go silly and this idea is great for back-to-school time where girls can make them for their friends and exchange or collect them as needed.

For this project you'll need large safety pins, an assortment of beads or buttons and plastic lacing.

Cut a five or six-inch length of lacing, fold it in half and loop it over the secure end of the safety pin, drawing the cut ends around the shaft and through the loop to tighten. Thread beads on each piece of lacing, knotting the ends securely (and you'll have to pull tightly to get that plastic stuff to hold fast).

You could also use tiny brass bells or charms for a special touch--just fasten them on a backpack and enjoy.

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