A new project is in the works…

I just couldn’t resist making earrings that coordinate with my “Fantasy Flora” Cuff. The Rizo and Magatama beads I’m using accent the Delicas beautifully adding textural interest to the geometry. They are integral to the design as they form clusters of seeds on this...

Undoubtedly…

Since it’s creation five years ago, the “Shell and Spines” Cuff” tutorial and beading kit in Neutral colourways has been most often requested.  Although colourways in Ocean (blues, greens, purples) and Coral (pinks, peach, and bronze) are popular, it is the...

Commercially mass-produced jewelry is ubiquitous…

It can be found everywhere from high-end jewelry stores to shopping malls and discount stores. It is obviously popular and preferred by many, but I find it soul-less. It’s just a lot of shiny bling made by machines. I feel it lacks spirit and substance, whereas art...

Post Show Treasure!

I never know what goodies I’ll come home with from Bead & Button! Besides purchasing a new Fretz hammer with interchangeable heads, this was the year for buying staples such as Charlotte, peanut, and O beads. I was also interested in seeking out curiosities and...