- Jun 28, 2021
- 2 min
I’ve Found That…
My beading muse is indeed a fickle lady. She visited me non-stop for several years in a row and then poof!…she took off for parts unknown...
- Mar 31, 2021
- 1 min
Embracing Asymmetry…
I’m on a bit of an earring kick now. Because my wardrobe these days consists of so many beautifully embroidered Johnny Was tops and...
- 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?...
- 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...
- Jul 27, 2020
- 1 min
I’m Still Working on the New Project, But…
As I’ve written in my past blog, I’ve been experimenting with shrink plastic. It will be an integral component of the new design that I...
- Jul 20, 2020
- 1 min
Fun with Components!
While waiting for a 2 terrabit backup drive to arrive so I can save all files on my computer before completely reinstalling the software,...
- Jan 29, 2020
- 2 min
There’s a Saying…
Less is sometimes more. The silver pendant shown above is a large, rather heavy and substantial piece and the 24″ double link chain...
- Jan 22, 2020
- 1 min
It’s What’s On Your Workbench Wednesday!
Here’s what I’ve been working on…bezels and charms. I’m now ready to set the oval moss-colored nephrite cabochon into a bezel that has a...
- Dec 16, 2019
- 1 min
Swing and Sway…
It’s been a while since I’ve made a new pair of earrings. In fact, it’s been quite a while since I’ve even worn earrings! Neckpieces are...
- Dec 4, 2019
- 1 min
Natural Beauty…
Living in the country surrounded by prairie and forest, I can’t help but be inspired by nature! I’ve just finished a piece that reminds...
- Oct 25, 2019
- 1 min
Amuletum…
The present day term, Amulet, denotes an ornament or charm thought to bestow mystical powers and/or provide protection against evil,...
- Sep 7, 2019
- 1 min
Banglemania…
What have I been working on this past week? You guessed it…a slew of bangles. I’ve been filling orders for them and have also managed...
- Jun 4, 2019
- 1 min
Playtime!
Do you feel like a kid when playing with color and texture? I do! I think back to kindergarten and that first day I dipped my fingers...
- Apr 24, 2019
- 1 min
Something New!
April showers and spring flowers…these vivid colors make me think of warm summer days and tropical vacations! How fun these flower...
- Apr 9, 2019
- 1 min
Did I Say SALE?
Yes, indeed! It’s that time of the year and I need to free up space for new work so I’m having a sale on select items in my Etsy shop ....
- Feb 13, 2019
- 1 min
You Never Know What You’ll Find!
Every now and then I’ll stop in a second-hand shop or thrift store just to see if there are any “treasures” to be had. Well, lucky me. I...
- Jan 20, 2019
- 1 min
It arrived in my mailbox this week and…
As I was perusing the pages of the 2019 Fire Mountain Gems and Beads Wireworking and Metalsmithing catalog, to my delight right there on...