Abstract: A kit and method for making beaded pictures whereby a base card is impressed and printed with the outline of a picture. An adhesive is applied to the base card along the imprinted outline and strings of beads are applied thereto to outline sections of the picture. Adhesive is thereafter spread over the bead outlined areas and beads are placed thereon until the entire picture surface is beaded. The completed picture is coated with a film of transparent glue to preserve the beading. The size of bead and type of bead can be varied such that kits suitable for use by all ages and levels of skill are possible.