Mar 16, 20211 min read
Oooohhhh...
I’ve had my eyes on this collection for a while and I finally nabbed these stones during Susan Lenart Kazmer’s recent gemstone sale! I...
Mar 12, 20211 min read
When Life Hands You a Lemon, Make Lemonade...
When the going gets tough, the tough get creative! This bangle was supposed to have six set stones. The bangle, made from 18 gauge...
Mar 8, 20211 min read
So Much Going On And...
Ideas for new beading designs are dancing in my brain, but I'm saving them for warmer weather when I can take my beads outdoors and work...
Feb 28, 20211 min read
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, 20211 min read
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...
Feb 19, 20211 min read
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, 20211 min read
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, 20211 min read
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, 20211 min read
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, 20211 min read
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...