Dec 18, 20121 min read
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 15, 20121 min read
It's no wonder that...
Beading kits are expensive, especially if they contain beads from Japan. Many kits, my own designer beading kits included, are priced in...
Dec 12, 20121 min read
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, 20121 min read
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, 20121 min read
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 4, 20121 min read
An eternity...
At least that's how long it seemed to take to stitch this endless string of triangles. Admittedly, I am not a speed beader, and with my...
Dec 2, 20121 min read
I've been waiting for this...
Look what showed up in my mailbox yesterday...the 2013 Bead and Button Show cl ass catalogue! I'm going to have a lot of fun perusing...
Nov 28, 20121 min read
'Tis the season...
Have you started your holiday shopping? That was on my list of tasks to accomplish during my preparation for “down time” and I’m pleased...
Nov 26, 20121 min read
I love working with Delica beads!
I love the enormous color range, their precise size and shape, and the way they line up in such neat little rows. I'm using them in the...
Nov 23, 20121 min read
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...
