- Aug 30, 2023
- 1 min
These Few Precious Days…
Where did the time go…this summer has flown by! It’s almost the last day of August and Labor Day is just around the corner! We’re having...
- Aug 18, 2023
- 1 min
Worth a Peruse…
I’ve been editing my Etsy shop and sorting through items that have been listed for quite a while and haven’t sold…like this beautiful...
- Aug 11, 2023
- 1 min
Finished!!!
The “Hip To Be Square” Geometric Bangle Beading Kit The tutorial and kits are now listed in my Etsy Shop. Go get ‘em!
- Aug 1, 2023
- 1 min
Yay…
A Third bangle is finished! This photo shows bangles in three sizes; (from left to right) Medium, Small, and Xsmall. Now I just have...
- Jul 23, 2023
- 1 min
Making Progress!
It’s been a busy summer thus far, but I’ve finally found time to work on the third “Hip to be Square” Geometric Beaded Bangle. I’m loving...
- Jul 11, 2023
- 1 min
Yes, I know…
I should be in my studio working on the Geometric “Hip to be Square” Bangle project. At least that’s what the angel on my right shoulder...
- Jul 6, 2023
- 1 min
Inspiration…
I love working with color and I’m usually adept at choosing shades and tones that work well together. But whenever I find myself in a...
- Jun 7, 2023
- 1 min
What’s New in My Shop?
I’ve been busy doing a bit more of studio “destashing”. I’ve put together the above collection of rare vintage and newer Swarovski...
- May 29, 2023
- 1 min
Such a Relaxing Memorial Day!
Cooper is sleeping on a chair out of view while Jackson has been lulled into slumber by comfortable temperatures, a gentle breeze, and...
- May 18, 2023
- 1 min
Addendum…
The extra kits for the “Carnival” Geometric Beaded Bracelet sold immediately! Several customers reached out to me and pleaded with me to...
- May 9, 2023
- 1 min
It’s That Time of Year Again And…
It feels so good to be outdoors! Our long winters make us truly appreciate the arrival of warm weather and foliage. Several nights...
- May 3, 2023
- 1 min
Finished…Finally!
I love our updated closet! It took a long time to sort through everything and decide what clothing and accessories I wanted to keep and...
- Apr 29, 2023
- 1 min
The Doctor Said…
“Take it Easy and rest.” That’s easier said than done for one who has always believed in putting in a hard day’s work everyday. The...
- Apr 20, 2023
- 1 min
Now…
I have a valid reason to “take it easy”…doctor’s orders. A day after missing the bottom rung on the above step ladder and falling...
- Apr 13, 2023
- 1 min
This is Very Exciting!
We’re in the midst of having our master closet remodeled…such mayhem! Clothing, shoes, accessories are piled on the window seats, in...
- Apr 8, 2023
- 1 min
They’re Listed!
I’m pleased to announce that the tutorial and beading kits for my “Fanciful Flight” Geometric Beaded Earrings are now listed in my...
- Mar 30, 2023
- 1 min
Happy Colors!
Having finished my “Fanciful Flight” Earrings design in the blue/yellow colourway (see my previous post), I’m now working up a pair in...
- Mar 23, 2023
- 1 min
Fanciful Flight…
That’s the title I’ve given my latest design and I think it’s very fitting for this pair! Now onto the second pair to test the tutorial....
- Mar 9, 2023
- 1 min
It’s Been One of Those Weeks…
I didn’t get any beading accomplished much as I tried. I’ve been busy being a cat mom, which entails ensuring that our bully cat,...
- Feb 28, 2023
- 1 min
My New Bead Buddy!
Georgie is the latest addition to our family…well sort of. Jackson isn’t in total agreement with that statement and he would like to...