- Mar 2, 2013
- 1 min
And The Colors Are…
My colorful “Azteca” bangle (inspired by the Wings section in Contemporary Geometric Beadwork ) has been well received and I’ve had...
- Feb 26, 2013
- 1 min
The “Sea Dragon” pattern and kit is ready!
You’ve seen my “Sea Dragon” wrist wrap (inspired by Contemporary Geometric Beadwork ) in previous posts. Well good news – the pattern and...
- Feb 23, 2013
- 1 min
A Geometric Experiment…
As eager as I am to work other geometric designs, (Double Helix, Pyramids, and others shown “ Contemporary Geometric Beadwork – Volume 1...
- Feb 13, 2013
- 1 min
What does a beader do on vacation?
Bead, of course! I’ve done enough sightseeing to last for a long time. I just want to rest and relax, soak up the sounds of tropical...
- Feb 11, 2013
- 1 min
I’ll get you my pretties!
No, it’s not the witch from the Wizard of Oz screaming at Dorothy! It’s me ogling the Delica colors that I need to reorder for the Sea...
- Feb 7, 2013
- 1 min
Finito!
I’ve finally finished my interpretation of the Sea Serpent from Kate McKinnon’s book, “Contemporary Geometric Beadwork” Volume 1 and I’m...
- Jan 31, 2013
- 1 min
Getting there….
This latest geometric piece is my interpretation of the Sea Serpent design from Kate McKinnon’s book, Contemporary Geometric Beadwork ....
- Jan 26, 2013
- 2 min
Full steam ahead…
Why this renewed burst of beading energy? I’m first to admit that my interest in beading had waned. Contented to hammer away in my...
- Jan 18, 2013
- 1 min
Enter planet Mongo…
If you were raised on a diet of television in the 1950’s, you are sure to remember the Flash Gordon series. I would rush home from school...
- Jan 16, 2013
- 1 min
Woohoo!
Such a bevy of beautiful colors – over 200 in all! My new stash of Delica beads has arrived! Can you imagine the fun I’ll have playing...
- Jan 13, 2013
- 1 min
Rome wasn’t built in a day…
That saying applies to this beaded cuff as well. I have invested at least twenty hours so far and depending on where this beading...
- Jan 9, 2013
- 1 min
Round and round and round…
I’m making progress on my latest geometric cuff and loving the process! The colors are so bold and the vibrant “lipstick” red really...
- Jan 7, 2013
- 1 min
And the colors are…
The colors I used for my “Moroccan Delight” bangle have been a huge hit and I’ve had more than a few inquiries asking if I could provide...
- Jan 6, 2013
- 1 min
Another project…
Yes, I’ve embarked on another beady geometric adventure. How this design will evolve is still a mystery. I’m visualizing a cuff this time...
- Jan 3, 2013
- 1 min
The geometric bangle is finished!
I had a wonderful time creating this piece and I’m so pleased with the end result!Watching the design evolve row by row as a variety of...
- Jan 1, 2013
- 2 min
A geometric work in progress…
I’m eagerly awaiting the publication of “Contemporary Geometric Beadwork”, a book by Kate McKinnon in collaboration with Dustin Wedekind,...
- Dec 21, 2012
- 1 min
The finished prototype…
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...
- Dec 18, 2012
- 1 min
This is how it starts…
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...
- Dec 12, 2012
- 1 min
This was worth the wait!
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...
- Nov 28, 2012
- 1 min
‘Tis the season…
Have you started your holiday shopping? That was on my list of tasks to accomplish during my preparation for “down time” and I’m pleased...