2023 Will be my fourth time entering the Annual TOHO Challenge by Japanese Seed Bead Manufacturer TOHO BEADS. Every year, I look forward to seeing the beautiful colors and styles TOHO has selected to inspire us beaders to jump out of our proverbial comfort zones and try to create something truly unique and interesting. BeadersContinue reading “Challenge Accepted”
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Tucson Bound!
First let me say that the “Gem and Jewelry Show” is a total misnomer. This title would have you thinking that there is a convention somewhere in town that you can go to and have your fill of all things BLINGY, then drive home, rest your weary feet, and look through all your amazing purchases and live happy ever after. Well, that may be how it started some 50 years ago or so, but NOW…..NOW it’s a whole different ball-game! Now-a-days, the ENTIRE TOWN OF TUCSON turns into a giant marketplace
Glass-Tastic!
Playing with glass had become a new hobby that has stoked my creativity and inspiration! See what fun lamp working can be!
Sue goes to Honolulu!
Ahhh!!! The bead shows are starting to show up in public again and I, for one, am ready to play with others!! If you have never been to a bead show, there are three thing you must know: 1) One can never have “too many” beads 2) There are so many shades to pick from,Continue reading “Sue goes to Honolulu!”
The Old Dog is Learning New Tricks!
A few months ago I enrolled in a flame-throwing class at the Mesa Art Center in Mesa, AZ. First of all, I have to say WOW! This is one of the coolest places, ever! The level of talent and available instructors there is amazing – we are very fortunate to have this in our community.Continue reading “The Old Dog is Learning New Tricks!”
Dahlia Half-Cellini Lands in Europe!
The Dahlia Half-Cellini Pattern makes its European debut! It is a challenging, but oh so beautiful piece of dimensional beadwork!
Bead & Jewellery Issue 114
There is certainly no shortage of beaders and jewelry crafters who enjoy a good magazine but it seems our options are getting fewer by the day. Call me old fashioned, but I really like a crafting magazine. I like the paper, the advertisements, the show notices, and the oohing and ahhing over the delicious projectsContinue reading “Bead & Jewellery Issue 114”
Captured Pearls Published in BEADWORK Magazine!
Beadwork Magazine highlights our Captured Pearls earring design!
My first design published overseas!
Lochs of Luck is Published in UK magazine! My first International experience!
Buttercup Wins an Award!
My first competition piece – a beaded puffer fish statue – won an Honorable Mention!