Cindy Gimbrone aka Lampwork Diva:
Cindy learns to make murrini and deals with mud.

Earthenwood Studio Chronicles
Even without a lot of time on her hands, Melanie finishes a clockwork themed bracelet using Swarovski faceted rings from ArtBeads.com
Humblebeads
Bead & Button stash and Heather’s inspired creations
Jean Campbell
Jean gives a sneak peek of her next Beadwork magazine piece
Lorelei’s Blog: Inside the Studio
Instead of continuing on with the tried and true techniques of jewelry design, Lorelei is finally ready to take the leap and try something new.
Snap out of it, Jean! There’s beading to …read more

The Bead & Button Show is almost upon us!   Although most people who are going have already made their plans, perhaps this is the first time you’re hearing about it.  Or maybe you have changed your schedule recently, and you’re wondering if it’s too late.

The answer is NO!  You can still go, but you’ve got to make your plans NOW!!  The show starts on May 31, so visit the link above and see what classes are still available.  If you just want to go for the socializing and shopping, there’s all the info you need at that link too.
Anyone going …read more

I can’t remember if I showed you this bracelet earlier or not.  I made it using one of the many available bracelet blanks from Rings & Things.  And some finds from Home Depot!  I called it Always Time for Cats.
I just received word yesterday that my design was one of Polly’s Picks.  Polly is the catalog editor, and each year she gets to chose some pieces that she likes but that were not official award winners in the Your Designs Rock contest.  It’s official enough for me!  Thank you, Polly.  You can read more about my design at Rings & …read more

Here’s a few close up detail shots of the necklace I finished last week.  I thought some process shots would help:

What’s Up Wednesday!

500 Found-Object Works
Juror: Suzie Millions
Editor: Suzanne Tourtillott

Entry deadline: March 15, 2009
Lark Books seeks one-of-a-kind images of found-object art to publish in a juried collection representing the most creative examples in this exciting genre. While material options are endless (recycled/repurposed wood, paper, plastics, electronics and the like), we will accept only professional quality photography. Due to trademark considerations, very few works featuring recognizable brand names or logos will be accepted. This publication is scheduled for release in Fall 2010. There is no entry fee.
Download an entry form here.