Hi all,
Just finished drawing the tutorial for the beaded penguin I made as charms, see the free tutorial at (warning: it's 5 pages long): http://www.beadjewelrymaking.com/2008/project/july.html
The finished look (I made two):
http://www.beadjewelrymaking.com/large/bluepenguin.html
and
http://www.beadjewelrymaking.com/large/penguin.html
Thanks for looking!
Another coiled pendant in the shape of a flower, or perhaps a butterfly? I didn't plan to make this shape, it just happened.
]]>My latest necklace was difficult to photograph without a model, but here goes... The necklace is such that it can be worn in many different ways, wrapped one, two, or three times around the neck. I have linked white, black, and silver-colored beads and pearls. This necklace will really add some attitude to an otherwise strict and dull outfit!
]]>Today my sister was over for dinner and I asked her to pose for some jewelry photos. Here are my favorites:
Ever hear that saying about if you get bored easily, you're just a boring person? That's why I always try my hardest to never admit to myself or say, "I'm bored"
For some reason, tonight, I just plain don't care that I am just plain bored.
I got up extra early today since I had some errands to run before my trip to New Orleans and working full days prior to leaving on this trip. I got all my other chores out of the way and this has made for a very long day. It doesn't help that it's after 8pm and the sun is still out.
It's so warm and humid that my energy has just been zapped to take on any projects tonight.
I'm just curious. How do you deal with these bore - bore- boring days?
Oh, part of my tasks today was to add new beads to my shop: http://www.calumeydesigns.etsy.com
One of the many catch phrases from reality TV. Coined by Tim Gunn of Project Runway fame. So, just HOW can one make it work in the competive field of artisan lampwork beads and jewelry?
What "IT" factor can one strive to add to a design?
Well, after putting so much pressure on myself to come up with answers to these questions, I decided to just...be.
My torch time has decreased in the last few months for one reason or another. When I do get to light up, it makes it that much better. The beads I create are truly appreciated and not just cranked out to meet a quota.
I read a lovely quote today in the latest issue of "Real Simple" magazine:
Michael J. Fox said, "I strive for excellence. I leave perfection to God."
Sounds good to me.
Here's some bead eye candy for you to enjoy:
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