by Barbara | Dec 30, 2012 | An Aside, Found Objects, Inspiration, One-of-a-Kind
Who knows? Frankly, the idea of being able to see into the future without the ability to change it is a frightening proposition. I don’t put much faith in foretelling. Nor do I believe the cracks in one’s hand can predict how long he or she will live....
by Barbara | Dec 27, 2012 | An Aside, Beading, Beads and Materials, Handmade, Inspiration, One-of-a-Kind, Seed Beads, Techniques
I must admit that my Xmas list was a bit long. Some items were frivolous, fun things that I wouldn’t buy for myself, but are so very nice to have. Other items were what I consider to be necessities such as this selection of Delica beads – my stockpile of...
by Barbara | Dec 24, 2012 | An Aside, One-of-a-Kind
Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night!
by Barbara | Dec 21, 2012 | Art to Wear, Beading, Beads and Materials, Designer Patterns, Handmade, Inspiration, Materials and Supplies, One-of-a-Kind, Seed Beads
This beaded insert for my brass bangle definitely had a mind of its own! Although it serves as a prototype for an insert in the channel of a brass mesh bangle, there are many things I’d change in the design. The base would be composed of more rows of beads...
by Barbara | Dec 18, 2012 | An Aside, Art to Wear, Beading, Beads and Materials, Designer Patterns, Handmade, Inspiration, Materials and Supplies, One-of-a-Kind, Seed Beads
When I contemplate a new design, whether it be a piece crafted in metal, polymer clay, or beadwork, I usually have a purpose in mind. In this instance, I happened to have on hand a brass mesh bangle with rolled edges that form a channel. My feeling was that colorful...
by Barbara | Dec 15, 2012 | Beading, Beads and Materials, Handmade, Jewelry kits, Materials and Supplies, One-of-a-Kind, Seed Beads
Beading kits are expensive, especially if they contain beads from Japan. Many kits, my own designer beading kits included, are priced in excess of $100. But when you realize all that goes into the creation of the design and the assembly of a kit, it’s easier...
by Barbara | Dec 12, 2012 | An Aside, Beading, Beads and Materials, Designer Patterns, Inspiration, One-of-a-Kind, Seed Beads
I’ve designed and written quite a few beading tutorials, but I must admit that I’m a total novice when it comes to stitching geometric shapes so I’d been eagerly anticipating the arrival of Jean Power’s new book “Geometric Beading”....
by Barbara | Dec 7, 2012 | Art to Wear, Beads and Materials, Components, Handmade, Inspiration, Materials and Supplies, One-of-a-Kind
Gosh, I just couldn’t resist these! I love the colors! They are bright, yet they have an earthy undertone, which imparts a such richness. They look ancient as if they were found on an archeological dig…I really have no idea how old they are! These...
by Barbara | Dec 7, 2012 | Art to Wear, Beads and Materials, Handmade, Inspiration, Materials and Supplies, One-of-a-Kind
Like most of you at this time of year, I’ve been shopping for holiday gifts to give. While perusing various shops, I happened upon this tempting collection. I wasn’t really looking for more beads, but this Moroccan Picasso mix of faceted roller, spaghetti, and...
by Barbara | Dec 4, 2012 | Art to Wear, Beading, Beads and Materials, One-of-a-Kind, Seed Beads
At least that’s how long it seemed to take to stitch this endless string of triangles. Admittedly, I am not a speed beader, and with my short attention span, it took quite a bit of patience and fortitude to complete this piece. It was also my first foray into...
