27K views · 153 reactions | Every year, Mardi Gras brings out lavish costume balls and bold celebrations all around the world. But before you break out your beads and get in your last bites of king cake, here’s how the holiday became a cultural phenomenon. | HuffPost | Facebook

170K views · 2K reactions | Some of the most coveted throws you can catch at Mardi Gras parades aren't the light-up bead, swords, cups or doubloons. They're the hand-decorated throws krewe members spend weeks preparing. | NOLA.com | Facebook

7.7K views · 32 reactions | It's that time of the year! Arc of Greater New Orleans is working hard getting Mardi Gras beads ready for use and reuse! https://bit.ly/36rCAK0 | WDSU News | Facebook

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DIY MARDI GRAS BEAD MOSAIC TRAY I love this project - make it using mardi gras beads and a tray from the dollar store! Great project by Aunt Peaches, for iLoveToCreate. | Dollar Store Crafts