- Feb 22, 2021
- 1 min
How About Some Color!
The Bronze and Copper polymer clay components that I listed in my Etsy shop the other day have been very well received. Several of you...
- Feb 19, 2021
- 1 min
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, 2021
- 1 min
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, 2021
- 1 min
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 5, 2021
- 1 min
Just Listed!
Beading kits and tutorials for my “Peace Dove” Bead-Embroidered Brooch are now in my Etsy shop! If you want a fun project that works up...
- Feb 2, 2021
- 1 min
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 enormous...
- Jan 28, 2021
- 1 min
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, 2021
- 1 min
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, 2021
- 1 min
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 1, 2021
- 1 min
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, 2020
- 1 min
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 have...
- Dec 24, 2020
- 1 min
Gifting…
Sometimes one just has to gift one’s self! I’ve recently started to bead embroider again so I’ve given myself an early Xmas present of...
- Dec 5, 2020
- 1 min
You Know…
Buddha beads are great earring components, but they are also wonderful when used as little charms. I couldn’t resist using a faux jade...
- Dec 2, 2020
- 1 min
The Beading Kit is Listed!
The “Tranquility” Earring Kit is now listed in my Etsy shop ! These little beauties measure 2.5″ in length. That’s the length I consider...
- Nov 29, 2020
- 1 min
The “Tranquility” Earrings Tutorial is Finished!
Tranquility is just a click away and can now be found in my Etsy shop! “Tranquility” Earring beading kits will follow soon! I love the...
- Oct 28, 2020
- 1 min
What a Find!
I’ve been busy over the last week going through drawers, baskets, and boxes filled with so many goodies that I’d forgotten I had! I’ve...
- Oct 21, 2020
- 1 min
More Fun!
My “Big Top” Earrings are a hit, but I’ve received several requests for earrings similar in theme, but simple to make for those who don’t...
- Oct 4, 2020
- 2 min
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...
- Sep 26, 2020
- 1 min
Step Right Up For…
The Greatest Show on Earth! That was the famous line the Barnum and Bailey Circus coined. I loved going to the circus as a child…the...
- Sep 18, 2020
- 1 min
Never One To Rest On My Laurels…
I’m at it again…working on a new project. After spending several months on my most recent project, the “ Tantra Meditation Amulet ”, I...