Kneads a little something

When I'm in a group that mentions "beads," my brain interprets it as, "BEADS!" So when I had a moment this weekend, after poor Bitty had gotten over the worst of his hand, foot, and mouth disease and was playing with my family, I began working.

I found an online recipe for clay beads; it required no cooking and was similar to several that I'd found.

http://www.essortment.com/yourself-make-clay-52678.html

After my preliminary batch entered the oven, I found that the mixture got crumbly fast. I added oil to my hands as I kneaded the dough on the beads to follow. It didn't affect the cooking time, and it helped the beads develop a smoother texture. I still liked the first beads, however, for their craggy look.

 
The first several beads I've painted today have looked very neat.

And of course, I couldn't stick to beads, so Bitty will be getting some new friends.

As if he needed any more.

Like Scrooge McDuck in a toy box.