Make 6 different styles of paper beads with these paper bead stencils. The shape, thickness, and size of your paper bead strip is what determines the final shape of your paper bead. If you need a little help getting the shape just right, these stencil sets help. Easy open rings keep your sets together. Each stencil is marked with the name and strip so you won’t loose track of which bead it makes. The stencils are 9.5" x 1.75" and the resulting strips are approximately 9" long, depending on style. Mini's are 5.5″ x 1.75″ and the strips are 4.5″ long. To use the stencils, just take one off the easy open ring, hold firmly against your paper, and trace the outline with a mechanical pencil. Why a mechanical pencil? The shape of your strip dictates the end result of your bead. To get the most accurate trace, you need a thin, straight point a mechanical pencil gives you. The biodegradable plastic in these stencils is made from corn, which means it will eventually break down, and not leave bad things in our environment. Made by a small business in North Carolina. Available in five styles: Standard Triangle: Includes 5 of the most popular sizes of triangle strips. Mini Triangle: Includes 4 short triangle strips Wide Euro Bead: Cut out the strips and assemble them in order. Includes 3 stencils, one for each of the strips you'll need to create one bead. Slim Euro Bead: A slimmer version of the Wide Euro Bead. Fun Shapes: Includes scallops, harlequin, and bow tie patterns.