- Sep 6
- 1 min
At Last…
“Modern Tribal” Neckpiece After weeks of making Polymer beads, I now have a a stash of components and a pretty cool piece to enjoy! My...
- Aug 23
- 1 min
I Know…
At my advanced age, I should be downsizing instead of accumulating. What’s the deal then with ordering more “stuff”? Well, as most...
- Aug 10
- 1 min
It Felt Like Christmas in July when…
These goodies from polymerweek.com arrived in my mailbox! I had ordered various silkscreens, texture stamps, a metal stencil and, let me...
- Jul 27
- 1 min
Beads, Beads, and More Beads…
Although I’ve been very busy this summer, I’ve managed to spend a bit of time working with Polymer. These beads are part of a growing...
- Jul 10
- 1 min
It’s Just Too Beautiful!
I simply can’t work indoors on a sunny, warm summer day! I finally invested in a large Artbin container and loaded it up with polymer...
- Jun 30
- 1 min
Back At It!
I’ve dusted off my Dream Machine clay conditioner and have begun to play once again. A collection of beads featuring black, white, grey,...
- Jun 21
- 1 min
By Now…
“Petal” Drop Earrings You’re probably thinking, “More earrings?” Yes. I’m finding creating earrings to be addictive! Shrink plastic and...
- Jun 12
- 1 min
I Miss…
Tory Hughes. I met her at a craft show in the 1980’s and was immensely impressed with her polymer clay work, which incorporated wire and...
- Mar 7
- 1 min
It Took a While, But…
I’ve finally finished my latest mixed-media art jewelry project…the “lei-la” necklace (titled thusly because it sits much as an Hawaiian...
- Feb 25
- 1 min
I’m Keeping My New Year Resolution!
My resolution is to spend more time playing and less time working this year. I’ve wanted to get my polymer clay out for the longest time...
- Jan 31
- 1 min
Leaf Hoppers?
This summer a 13-year brood of Cicadas will emerge in the same year as a 17-year brood. For the first time since 1998 13-and 17-year...
- Dec 31, 2023
- 1 min
Resolutions Anyone?
I seldom make New Year’s resolutions because they are so hard to keep. But for 2024 I resolve to have a lot more fun and play time in my...
- Sep 24, 2023
- 1 min
With Autumn in the Air…
It won’t be long before beading on the screened-in porch will be just a memory of pleasant summer days spent outdoors. So I’m taking...
- Sep 6, 2023
- 1 min
Another Project is in the Works…
I’m exploring new designs for geometric beaded beads and Wow! It is so much fun playing with colors and a variety of shapes. I love these...
- 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...
- Dec 28, 2022
- 1 min
Finished Just in Time!
I wanted a dramatic pair of bead-woven earrings to wear for New Years Eve and here they are! I love asymmetry so I’ve mixed up the...
- Nov 20, 2022
- 1 min
Last Day for Savings!
Holiday gift-giving season is rapidly approaching so why not get a head start! In my Etsy shop you will find one-of-a-kind earrings,...
- Aug 1, 2022
- 1 min
Taking My Time…
Last week flew by and I didn’t really get anything accomplished and that’s okay. Today, I’m back to designing the beading project I...
- Feb 28, 2021
- 1 min
Sunday…
Supposedly a day of rest, but not for me! As Dowager Lady Grantham said, “What’s a weekend?” Frankly, I usually work seven days a week...
- Feb 22, 2021
- 1 min
How About Some Color!
The Bronze and Copper polymer clay components that I listed in my Etsy shop the other day have been very well received. Several of you...