- 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 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 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...
- 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...
- Nov 23, 2020
- 1 min
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 20, 2020
- 1 min
Tranquility…
With latest events in the news and the continuing surge of the pandemic I seek and crave tranquility in any form. Thus, I’ve created this...
- Nov 10, 2020
- 1 min
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...
- Nov 3, 2020
- 1 min
Close Up and Personal…
When I posted a photo of myself on my Facebook timeline wearing my “Tantra Meditation Amulet”, I received several requests for a close...
- 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...