Sure, it’s obvious and a little simplistic... but
cloves, allspice, and anise stars make divinely aromatic
beads! This homemade jewelry is easy enough for kids to
indulge in (little ones not yet trusted with needles can
sort through and count/arrange the seeds) - and the results
are beautiful enough for adults to wear, or even just hang
around the house…
Soak the whole spices in water for 1-2 days to soften,
then string them (pushing a needle through) on heavy brown
polyester thread. (The cloves can be strung crosswise or
lengthwise, the anise stars can be strung through the middle
or hung pendant-like from one tip.) Then let them dry and
tie the ends together. (Makes a nice Christmas tree garland
too!)
