Jul 7, 20211 min read
Something New, Something Blue...
Something red/orange too! Our weather has been so lovely that I haven’t been spending as much time in my studio as I’d like, but I did...
Jun 15, 20211 min read
Just Sayin'...
Sometimes the most simple of designs offers the most fashion mileage. I made this beaded neck ring last summer, but I have worn it with...
Jun 6, 20211 min read
After Several Months Hiatus...
I finally feel like beading again! The gorgeous weather we’re having today definitely contributes to wanting to take my beading...
Feb 28, 20211 min read
Sunday...
Supposedly a day of rest, but not for me! As Dowager Lady Grantham said, "What's a weekend?" Frankly, I usually work seven days a week...
Feb 19, 20211 min read
I've Been a Bit Remiss...
It's been quite a while since I've worked with polymer clay and I've needed to replenish these components to use in my work and to have...
Feb 15, 20211 min read
All Done, and...
How sweet is this! I've just finished this petite bead-embroidered Amulet Pouch made with cutouts that are pre-scored with exact fold...
Feb 11, 20211 min read
Today...
I’m resuming the unfinished project that I laid aside while focusing on my “Peace Dove” Bead-Embroidered Brooch . What is this project?...
Feb 2, 20211 min read
I Love It!
My "Peace Dove" bead-embroidered brooch is finished and I'm so pleased with it! The brooch measures 3" x 3.5"...far less than the...
Jan 28, 20211 min read
Question...
Did you see the fabulous outfit that Lady Gaga wore to the Inaugural? One couldn't help but notice the over-sized "Dove of Peace" brooch...
Jan 20, 20211 min read
Inspiration is Everywhere!
What do you see here? Bugs of course, but look beyond what is obvious. I see beadwork! The colorful patterns compose a perfect palette...
Jan 13, 20211 min read
On My Beading Table...
I’ll give you a hint...this bead-embroidered piece is not a bracelet. I’ve been working off and on, stitching around each of the various...
Jan 7, 20211 min read
What a Nice Surprise!
The latest Fire Mountain Gems and Beads catalog arrived last week, but I hadn’t had time to look through it until today and to my...
Jan 1, 20211 min read
How Are You Spending This First Day of 2021?
I’m repairing a Xmas present today. I have no idea how this Johnny Was scarf came to have inch-long tears in four equal corners, but I do...
Dec 28, 20201 min read
A Very Special Gift!
I was gifted this tiny antique Chinese sewing basket. I believe it is over 100 years old and I ponder its history...wondering how many...
Dec 25, 20201 min read
Happy Xmas!
From our home to yours, we wish you a safe, happy, and healthy Xmas! Cooper and Jackson reveled in the wrapping paper as we opened our...
Dec 10, 20201 min read
Just for Fun!
It's been a long time coming, but after spending countless hours, weeks, months, and years creating projects for others to make and...
Nov 23, 20201 min read
Time To Go....
I'm retiring this beaded bracelet kit. I designed it in 2011 and it originally came with a handmade bronze metal clay cuff. When I...
Nov 10, 20201 min read
Taking My Time...
I’m close to finishing these earrings and a tutorial is in the works, but I’m not in a rush. Perhaps it’s a function of age or maybe it’s...
Oct 15, 20201 min read
Let the Fun Begin!
Hurray! My "Big Top" Earrings kits are assembled and listed in my Etsy shop! I know a lot of you have been eagerly awaiting this fun...
Oct 4, 20202 min read
It's Always Something...
I've been working on the tutorial for my "Big Top" Earrings design this past week and all was going swimmingly, until I had to take a...
