Bead + Fiber Gallery, 100 Under 100: deadline 11/01/09
This is the second annual holiday show.  Bead + Fiber seeks artists who produce original work in a range of prices, with at least one item $100 or under.
Stringing winter challenge, Inspired by Art: deadline 11/06/09
Challenge yourself by creating a piece using stringing or simple wirework techniques based on a title provided by the editors of Stringing. All entries will be posted on the website, and readers will have a chance to vote on their favorites.
Fabrications Six, a jewelry and textile exhibition: deadline 11/14/09
Crossings is calling all textile, …read more

Wow! It’s amazing to me how many people love the same things I do…Hugh Laurie, the Beatles, the Stones, Jane Austen, etc etc.
I wish I could have given a free magazine to every single one of you, but alas… Our three winners are Catherine, Kris, and Roberta! Yay!!

I am so proud of her!! She entered her wonderful mixed media jewelry piece in Rings & Things 2008 contest, Your Designs Rock, and her piece won first place in the Alternative Materials category. Yay, Cindy!!
More of Cindy’s work can be found on Cindy Forrester Designs

Alternative Materials Category
Safe
Artist: Cindy Forrester (Deltona, FL)
First Place, Alternative Materials
My inspiration came from the drawer pull and keyhole cover. I found these gorgeous pieces at an antique fair. They just spoke to me of being safe behind lock and key. I came across the gorgeous agate and copper trade beads at Rings & …read more