- Jan 7, 2023
- 1 min
Time to Retire…
I created the “Safari” Cuff in 2013. I love this design, but I really must make room for new work. Although the tutorial will still be...
- Jan 1, 2023
- 1 min
As Promised!
“Geometric Oval Picot-Edged Earrings”…my first design project of 2023 is here! The tutorial and beading kit is now listed in my Etsy...
- Dec 28, 2022
- 1 min
Finished Just in Time!
I wanted a dramatic pair of bead-woven earrings to wear for New Years Eve and here they are! I love asymmetry so I’ve mixed up the...
- Dec 6, 2022
- 1 min
Whew!
It’s been non-stop busy these past few weeks! The Holidays do stir things up a bit! But now I’m back in the beading studio working on a...
- Nov 13, 2022
- 1 min
Making Progress…
My eye flower is now sporting petals and personality! I’m contemplating doing a second row in a different colorway using the darker blue...
- Nov 6, 2022
- 1 min
I Spy…
A new project…it’s just what I needed to jumpstart my enthusiasm for beading. As I’d mentioned before, my beading muse has been...
- Oct 15, 2022
- 1 min
It’s Time to Spruce up the Shop!
I’ve just added six lovely brocade pouches and each is filled with a color-coordinated treasure trove of beads, crystals, Swarovski...
- Aug 1, 2022
- 1 min
Taking My Time…
Last week flew by and I didn’t really get anything accomplished and that’s okay. Today, I’m back to designing the beading project I...
- Jul 8, 2022
- 1 min
Well, Look Who’s Back!
My Beading Muse has returned! Albeit, I don’t know for how long. I suspect she’ll hang around as long as the weather is too nice for me...
- Jun 29, 2022
- 1 min
Do You have a lot of UFOs?
I’m not talking about Unidentified Flying Objects…I’m referring to Un-Finished Objects and I have quite a few of them on my workbench at...
- May 13, 2022
- 1 min
A New Colourway…
I've always loved the deep blue/green colourway of my geometrically bead woven "Loch Ness Sea Dragon III", but I recently received a kit...
- Jun 15, 2021
- 1 min
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, 2021
- 1 min
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...
- May 21, 2021
- 2 min
An Oldie, but Goodie!
My “Forbidden Fruit” Drop Earrings were designed seven years ago, but I’ve always loved this project! This is a Geometric beaded design,...
- Feb 28, 2021
- 1 min
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 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...
- Dec 10, 2020
- 1 min
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...
- 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...