You can turn a hum-drum journal into a beautiful beaded accessory with the beaded Stretch Bookmarks. These bookmarks a beautiful additions to simple journals, adding, perhaps, some inspiration. This would make a great gift for a budding writer or a dedicated journaler.

You can complete this project in as little as 30 minutes. What a quick way to add a personal and practical touch to a store-bought journal.

This great project comes from Simply Beautiful Beading, by Heidi Boyd. This book offers 50+ projects focusing on great designs for jewelry, home decor and other fabulous accent pieces. Check it out today:

Simply Beautiful Beading, by Heidi Boyd, $19.99

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