Hello 2010, I greeted this new year surrounded by people I love, in good health, still working at a job I love for 31 years and learning and growing in my craft. None of which is new, and for that I am graciously grateful. In 2010 I will focus more on the simply things and the joy it brings.
More time listening to my favorite musical artist,
More time doing absolutely nothing,
Sitting in my Springtime garden,
Finding natures wonders in my Winter garden,
Enrolling my granddaughter in the creative girl craft club,
Creating a jewelry piece at the spur of a moment,
Just looking at my beads.
This past Sunday after dinner I took a look at some beads I had on my work table. It was quite a few beads. Lot’s of shapes and colors. I spent about 30 minutes looking through them then I went to bead. The next day my 14 year old son(who at times will accompany me to expos or craft shows)said “Ma did you make something new”? The answer was no. Then I had an ah ha moment and asked my son to pick 3 beads from my desk and I would make something from those beads. This picture is the end result. My son thought the necklace was “off the hook”. He tells me that’s a good thing.
Seeing red lately? Your not angry, you must be thinking about that prefect gift for someone special on Valentine’s day. Do your shopping at www.giftedhands.us
Approaching the holidays these days. It would be advisable for you fellows out there to think of finding something nice for your lady. As we all know most women love jewelry. When It comes to jewelry there are many options to choose from. Try looking for a nice pair of handmade beaded earrings
Today I took some “me” time,sat in my yard enjoying the flowers and the cool breeze. It’s been a hot,muggy,humid New York afternoon. I closed my eyes and started to think what new pieces I should add to my jewelry inventory. So many colors,shapes,sizes,stones,metals,mediums, in my world of beads and metals. I opened my eyes and said to myself “Oh hell, this is not relaxing”,Why can’t I make a decision,so much going on in my head, so much to choose from,feeling hurried, I must be in a New York State Of Mind. I got up went inside, had a cold drink, took a look at my work area with all the many beads and other related items and went back outside to my garden and sat down. I said to myself,what is it I like?, what makes me feel comfortable?, what do I feel passionate about?. Am I about bold and funky,simple and elegant, Victorian or classic, modern and slick. Being true to myself, I had to admit I LIKE THEM ALL. I also realized I haven’t found a color I truly dislike. I do admit I am drawn to blues and earth tones,but give me the right combination of colors,textures and sizes, that works for me. All the colors of the rainbow are a gift from God. If all the elements of my work compliment each other, the piece is well constructed with quality materials,and it’s made with love and passion—–THAT’S MY STYLE—–
It’s been a very hectic and chaotic few months for me. A sick husband has kept me extremely busy. God willing he’s on the mend now and I can start refocusing on my jewelry making. The rare times I had a free moment I would glance at my beads and a couple of ideas would flash across my mind. I did make time to become a member of another venue for handmade items. You can also find my work at www.daring.1000markets.com
I realize that whatever else is going on, beading is always in the back of my mind.
In the big city where I live it’s been cold,snowing,miserable weather lately. This winter we’ve had more snow then previous years. I just hate cold snowy weather. This weekend we will be putting the clock ahead one hour and the weather will be almost spring-like. Spring is definitely in the air, my mind is racing, I’m seeing many design ideas in my head for my jewelry. The ideas are popping up so quickly. I’ve pulled out my beads, I’m taking inventory, I’m thinking Spring colors,graduations,proms,weddings. OH HAPPY DAY.
With spring approaching many brides and grooms are making major plans for Spring and Summer Weddings. Many couples are attending Bridal Expos, Bridal Fairs and many events which offer all the necessities for that perfect Wedding Day. Around this time is perfect for shopping for your bridal jewelry. You can take your time and look for that perfect necklace or necklace set for the bride and the jewelry for your wedding party. Check us out at www.giftedhands.us for traditional, non traditional and daring bridal possibilities
It’s that time again, Valentines Day is quickly approaching. Time to think of that special gift for that special someone. Take a look.
It’s been said many times and everyone knows jewelry is the perfect gift. The type and color of a persons jewelry can say a lot about who that person is or maybe would like to be. Jewelry around holiday time is especially nice. 
As we know beads are made out of various materials(glass,wood,metal,stone,paper,shell,pearl, plastic,acrylic,fibers and perhaps some I’ve missed). And now resin beads are popular. I find them interesting when creating my handmade beaded jewelry. They come in geometric shapes, many have that see through effect, their durable and can make interesting and dramatic statements when paired with other bead making materials.Click on image to enlarge.
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