Introduction
Have you ever heard of 竹 ビーズ (take beads)? These are tiny beads made from bamboo that have become quite popular in Japan in recent years. One fun way to use these beads is to create polyhedrons. Polyhedrons are three-dimensional shapes with flat faces and straight edges. In this tutorial, we will show you how to make a polyhedron using bamboo beads.Materials
To make a polyhedron with bamboo beads, you will need the following materials:- Bamboo beads
- Thread or string
- Scissors
Step 1: Choose Your Polyhedron
There are many types of polyhedrons, such as cubes, pyramids, and dodecahedrons. For this tutorial, we will be making an icosahedron, which has 20 faces. Choose the type of polyhedron you want to make and research the number of beads you will need.Step 2: String Your Beads
String your beads onto your thread or string. You will need to create multiple strings, each with the same number of beads. For the icosahedron, we will need 20 strings with 12 beads each.Step 3: Tie Your Strings Together
Tie your strings together to form the polyhedron. For the icosahedron, you will need to tie the strings together in groups of three. Take three strings and knot them together at one end. Repeat this process until you have 20 groups of three strings.Step 4: Create the Faces
Take each group of three strings and tie the loose ends together. This will form a triangle shape, which is one face of the polyhedron. Repeat this process for all 20 groups of strings.Step 5: Connect the Faces
Connect the faces together by tying the triangles together at their edges. For the icosahedron, each triangle will connect to five other triangles. Repeat this process until all of the triangles are connected and the polyhedron is complete.Tips
- Be patient. This project can take some time, especially if you are making a larger polyhedron.
- Experiment with different types of polyhedrons and bead colors to create unique designs.
- Use a bead mat or tray to keep your beads organized and prevent them from rolling away.
