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Peeps (no, not those kind!), Mardi Gras is tomorrow. If you’re planning on celebrating this festive occasion, we won’t judge you for ending up with five too many strands of colorful Mardi Gras beads. The question is, what should you do with them when you’re done strutting your stuff? The answer? One of these 12 things! :) Mardi Gras beads are a staple of the season and can be used to make a variety of unique decorations and crafts. Wrapping a wreath shape with Mardi Gras beads is a great way to add a festive touch to your front door. The beads come in a variety of colors, shapes, and sizes, so you can customize the design to match your home’s décor. And it’s not just the beads that are useful, so are the dozens of Mardi Gras cups! We’ve got 20 ideas to upcycle those Mardi Gras cups! Some throws (like swords, wings, sunglasses, and boas) can also make neat additions to the kids’ toy box or dress-up closet, while nicer beads can double as kids’ costume jewelry. Not just for Mardi Gras, these beaded necklaces are often handed out at birthday parties and school carnivals; and then find their way to the bottom of the toy box. Encourage your resident slime scientist to incorporate the beads into their latest creation. Try out this Slime Recipe. As flashing for beads has evolved into a Mardi Gras pastime, “Show your tits!” has become as much a part of the lexicon as “Throw me something, mister!” But those inclined to revel in the risqué should be mindful of the fact that what was once a spontaneous and casual Randazzo King Cakes offers readers 11 creative and practical ways to repurpose Mardi Gras beads, ensuring the spirit of the carnival lives on throughout the year! 11 Creative Uses for Mardi Gras Beads After the Celebration. 1) Home Decor: Mardi Gras beads can be a vibrant addition to your home décor. By draping them over picture frames 8. Mardi Gras Tree. Select from a multitude of patterns and build your own Mardi Gras centerpiece. You can choose to make it big or small. A foam or cardboard cone can serve as a reference, making it easy to glue beads around and obtain a sturdy shape. In 2025, Mardi Gras falls on Tuesday, March 4—Dive into the excitement, grab some beads, and let the good times roll. Mardi Gras conjures images of vibrant beads flying through the air, lively crowds filling the streets, and the unmistakable energy of Bourbon Street. But beyond the whirlwind of parades and parties, this legendary celebration During Mardi Gras parades, beads are thrown from floats to the crowd. Catching these beads can be considered an art form. Not only do you want to catch a lot of beads, you want to catch beads that are unique. One way to stand out in the crowd is to know a few simple tricks to "dress up" or embellish the beads you've caught. Step 3: Go one bead over, and twist off another section of four beads, forming a second leg. Repeat this process until you have four legs total. TIP: Twist twice to form a tighter star. Twisting more than twice may cause the necklace to break. Step 4: Look for the part of the Mardi Gras necklace where two beads are melted together. Wear Shoes You’re Willing to Sacrifice Your cute shoes won’t survive the beer puddles, mystery liquids, and broken beads. Consider them a Mardi Gras offering. Costumes Are Encouraged (and Sometimes Required) If you’re not in a wig, sequins, or at least a feather boa, are you even doing Mardi Gras right? If you’re new to the large-than-life celebration that is Mardi Gras, I want to share with you my tips and tricks for a successful and enjoyable parade experience. Keep these nine things in mind, and you’ll be golden (and purple and green). Mardi Gras Free Printables This collection features a wide range of printables, including word searches, crosswords, scattergories, and trivia quizzes to test your knowledge of Mardi Gras. It also includes potluck sign-up sheets for coordinating food contributions from guests, tracing worksheets for younger fans, and charades cards for engaging The throwing of trinkets to the crowds was started in the early 1870s by the Twelfth Night Revelers, and is a time-honored expectation for young and old alike. Read more. 1. Good luck finding beads that will work. I have tried real Mardi Gras beads and a large variety of beads from gift stores, and none are spaced right for the trick. Moreover, most beads you buy these days have the safety "pop apart" feature (thanks to personal injury lawyers), so your spectator easily assumes you just popped the strings apart. 2. In this tutorial, you will learn how to make a star pendant using plastic beads. No glue necessary. However much it may seem that beads are an expression of status at Mardi Gras, like so much bling-bling on a rap star, don’t get so overloaded that you become a tangled mess and risk asphyxiation. And avoid sleeping with your beads on, or else you may need a pair of scissors in the morning to extricate yourself from a hopelessly intertwined Mardi Gras in Lake Charles is more than a celebration; it's an experience that will bring you closer to the heart of Louisiana culture. From planning your parade schedule to choosing your favorite king cake, locals know how to make the most of the season. Here’s how you can Mardi Gras like a local in Lake Charles. The throwing of trinkets to the crowds was started in the early 1870s by the Twelfth Night Revelers, and is a time-honored expectation for young and old alike. Read more. The Arc of Acadiana hosts an annual bead drive to collect used Mardi Gras beads to re-stock our inventory of beads, which are then sold at our 6 resale stores and 3 Day program locations in Lafayette, Iberia, and St. Landry parishes for tossing off floats.
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