Home-made Great Story Beads by Tina Rataj, a student in "The Universe Story" honors class taught at Edgewood College, by Jim Lorman and Paula Hirschboeck.

Here is Tina's description of how to make beads:

Making beads of your own is very simple. These were made with sculpey clay, which comes in a variety of colors and can be found in most art supply or craft stores. After shaping your bead make a hole through it with either a toothpick or skewer. Bake at exactly 275 degrees F on a foil-lined cookie sheet for 15 minutes. Do not handle beads until cool because they can break. Be creative and have fun.