- Jan 29, 2013
- 1 min
More inspiration!
My neighbor had a birthday yesterday (Happy Birthday, Julie!) and received a bouquet of gorgeous roses of which I am the fortunate...
- Jan 28, 2013
- 1 min
Inspiration abounds…
This photo was taken in San Francisco at Hotel Monaco’s restaurant, Le Brasserie, last August. I was quite taken with the splendor of...
- 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 21, 2013
- 1 min
It’s that time of year again and…
I’d rather be doing just about anything other than taxes. I’d gladly clean my cat’s litter box all day long in lieu of this boring task....
- 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 12, 2013
- 2 min
I’m registered and ready!
It’s that time of year again – registration for the Bead&Button Show is open and classes are filling rapidly. I’ve signed up for four...
- 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 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...
- Dec 30, 2012
- 1 min
What will the New Year bring?
Who knows? Frankly, the idea of being able to see into the future without the ability to change it is a frightening proposition. I...
- Dec 27, 2012
- 1 min
Santa was extremely generous this year…
I must admit that my Xmas list was a bit long. Some items were frivolous, fun things that I wouldn’t buy for myself, but are so very...
- 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...
- Dec 7, 2012
- 1 min
Ooooohhhhh…more yummy beads!
Gosh, I just couldn’t resist these! I love the colors! They are bright, yet they have an earthy undertone, which imparts a such...
- Dec 7, 2012
- 1 min
One can never have too many beads!
Like most of you at this time of year, I’ve been shopping for holiday gifts to give. While perusing various shops, I happened upon this...
- Dec 2, 2012
- 1 min
I’ve been waiting for this…
Look what showed up in my mailbox yesterday…the 2013 Bead and Button Show class catalogue! I’m going to have a lot of fun perusing this...
- Nov 23, 2012
- 1 min
Time to start shopping!
I’m feeling so much better and Steven has been a tremendous help to me. He’s been chief cook, sous chef, and the kitchen clean-up crew...
- Nov 21, 2012
- 1 min
Making progress…
I’ve been to my doctor for my post-op visit and she said I am healing well and there is no sign of infection. I must admit that while...