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Bead Journal Project: April

Cyndi Lavin — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 12:00:17 +0000

Each month, I’m choosing a fragment of scripture from one of the Psalms and using a heart shape to create a very simple little 4 x 4 inch beaded piece that illustrates the feeling of that verse for me. Here is my piece for April:

Psalm 31:15
My times are in Your hands

My previous pieces for the Bead Journal Project

Information about the Bead Journal Project
Bead Journal Project blog

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“Ties That Bind” project is finished

Cyndi Lavin — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 12:00:14 +0000

Our lovely lovely doll is finished, thanks to the extraordinary efforts of Jan Brown, who assembled all the various parts made by participating artists in the Ties That Bind project. For those who aren’t familiar with it, the project is a group of artists (including me), united in the effort to benefit Ovarian Cancer Research. Since my own wonderful mother is an OC survivor, there was no way that I could turn down this opportunity!

The skirt of the doll was made from embellished ties, men’s ties that is, and the bodice is dripping with charms and beads of all sorts.

The next step will be for the doll to be auctioned off or sold. I’m not sure exactly what the deal will be here, but I’ll let you know as soon as we hear. In the meantime, all of the photos of the finished doll are available for viewing in an album located here: TTB Album

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Bead & jewelry blogging round-up!

Cyndi Lavin — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 12:26:14 +0000

Join us for another fun round-up of what’s going on in the beady world!

BeadStyle magazine
Linda’s jewelry does the Lindy Hop far better than she does…check out her inspiration!

Collage Brooches
Carmi features a mini canvas pendant on a felted background.

Earthenwood Studio Chronicles
Using gluable bracelet blanks from Rings and Things, Melanie shares ideas for how to use them in two very different ways

Snap out of it, Jean! There’s beading to be done!
If it has Margot Potter’s name on the cover, you know it will be a superfun and interesting book! Beyond the Bead, Margot’s latest, is just that!

About.com Jewelry Making
Tammy has some tips for branding yourself and your jewelry product while also putting together some awesome packaging.

Art Bead Scene
Feeling out of step with the trends? Here’s some inspiration for the fall 2009 season!

Barbe Saint John – New Jewelry from Forgotten Artifacts
Barbe reviews Dr. Weiman’s 101 More Jewelry Selling Techniques Ebook

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Bead Journal Project: March

Cyndi Lavin — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 12:00:39 +0000

Each month, I’m choosing a fragment of scripture from one of the Psalms and using a heart shape to create a little 4 x 4 inch beaded piece that illustrates the feeling of that verse for me. Here is my piece for March:

Psalm 27:4
One thing I ask…that I may dwell in the house of the LORD

There’s always room for more. Always.

My previous pieces for the Bead Journal Project

Information about the Bead Journal Project
Bead Journal Project blog

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Bead Journal Project: February

Cyndi Lavin — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 12:15:19 +0000

Psalm 90:2
From everlasting to everlasting, You are God

There is no trouble or struggle that is as big as God.

My previous pieces for the Bead Journal Project
Information about the Bead Journal Project
Bead Journal Project blog

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Bead and jewelry blogging round-up!

Cyndi Lavin — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 12:00:31 +0000

Snap out of it, Jean! There’s beading to be done!
Jean travels down under and shows you the elegantly glossy jewelry magazine she writes a column for: Australian Beading Magazine!

Strands of Beads
Melissa ponders what to do when you fall into a creative slump

The Writing and Art of Andrew Thornton
Andrew compiles a shopping guide of 16 eye-inspired jewelry components and finished pieces.

About.com Jewelry Making
Tammy has discovered a new product for creating resin jewelry – Ferido ! It’s a two part epoxy you can mold and even insert sparklies into.

Art Bead Scene
A visit to Studio Saturday. Colorful sculptural beads take wing on a beadmaker’s workbench!

Barbe Saint John – New Jewelry from Forgotten Artifacts
Marketing Monday-Don’t blame the economy.

Carmi’s Art/Life World
Carmi finds a home for her big resin bead/bauble.

Earthenwood Studio Chronicles
Adding pearls and wire to a cable necklace creates a cool, architectural choker perfect for showcasing an artisan pendant

Katie’s Beading Blog
Another exciting free project from Bead & Wire Jewelry Exposed, plus, a jewelry giveaway!

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Bead & jewelry blogging round-up!

Cyndi Lavin — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 12:00:53 +0000

About.com Jewelry Making
Valentine’s Day is a big jewelry day, or is it? For those who sell jewelry, you may find this poll interesting.

Art Bead Scene
It’s cold outside. An art button suceeds as the finishing touch on a handmade neck warmer.

Bead&Button magazine
A new design resource for beaders–check it out!

Carmi’s Art/Life Blog
Carmi creates a broach using old fashioned rug hooking techniques.

Earthenwood Studio Chronicles
Inspiration comes to Melanie in an unusual form… an earworm and musical artist that she dislikes.

Snap out of it, Jean! There’s beading to be done!
Jean is honored to have her jewelry design book, Links, by Jean Yates, get a jolly good review by a really cool beading magazine over in Great Britain!

Strands of Beads
Melissa is inspired by dream catchers to create a spring necklace

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Bead Journal Project: January

Cyndi Lavin — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 12:15:41 +0000

Psalm 46:10
Be still and know that I am God

No need to struggle…just let go of your self-will, and know that He is there.

My previous pieces for the Bead Journal Project
Information about the Bead Journal Project
Bead Journal Project blog

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Bead & jewelry blogging round-up!

Cyndi Lavin — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 12:00:25 +0000

About.com Jewelry Making
Check out our Show & Tell forum folder some amazing jewelry eye candy.

Art Bead Scene
Take a risk in your jewelry design. Why a risky color choice works.

Barbe Saint John – New Jewelry from Forgotten Artifacts
Barbe reviews The Fabulous Fabric Beads book

BeadStyle magazine
Erin posted some great new stuff to tie in with the March 2009 issue of BeadStyle magazine

Carmi’s Art/Life World
Carmi wishes she was going to the prom with her “Urban Corsage” project.

Jennifer Jangles Blog
Jennifer highlights a few posts to help with your jewelry business.

Katie’s Beading Blog
Katie shares more DIY tips for stylish and fun beading. Check it out!

Snap out of it, Jean! There’s beading to be done!
Jean was interviewed by the fabulous and brilliant Barb Switzer! What an honor!

The Writing and Art of Andrew Thornton
Amidst the preparations for the Tucson shows, Andrew whipped up a cute Baby Bird Necklace with a new Green Girl Studios fine pewter piece.

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Bead and jewelry blogging round-up!

Cyndi Lavin — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 12:00:52 +0000

Jennifer Jangles Blog
Jennifer shows off her new packaging for some of her beads.

Snap Out of it, Jean! There’s beading to be done!
Jean flips for a jewelry book inspired by the Impressionists!

Strands of Beads
Melissa gets inspired by a quote from Pascal

The Writing and Art of Andrew Thornton
Andrew talks about and shares a little bit about his obsession with opalescent glass. Get a sneak-peek at his horde!

About.com Jewelry Making
How are your 2009 jewelry resolutions going so far? Are you staying focused? Take this quick poll and see the results tabulated so far.

Art Bead Scene
Have a few art bead pieces you’d like to enter in a contest? ABS has a list of the current competitions accepting entries.

Carmi’s Art/Life World
Carmi makes a fun denim ribbon corsage in under 30 minutes!

Carter Seibels for Divali Glass Jewelry
A double dose of Divali Glass Jewelry: The Winter Sale starts on Saturday! And Carter is now selling her loose beads on Bead Trust.

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