Choosing the right paper is essential for making durable beads. Most artisans use old magazines or newspapers because of their vibrant colors and lightweight nature. Cut the paper into long triangles, ...

Creating Maasai-inspired beaded bracelets is a fun way to delve into African culture. The colorful accessories are a staple ...

Devi Chand of Papermelon is a big fan of sustainable, recyclable materials. Katherine Martinko is an expert in sustainable living. She holds a degree in English Literature and History from the ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... It’s impossible not to be struck by the colorful beaded necklaces and bracelets that Joan Ahimbisibwe and Teddy Namuyiga are wearing. They’ve layered on what ...

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This is the VOA Special English Development Report. Diamonds may be a girl's best friend, as the old saying goes. But some women are finding a lot to like about colorful beads from Uganda made of ...