There's Still Time to Read . . . and Win!
I hope you're enjoying the fall Stringing blog carnival. Have you visited all 24 jewelry designer pages? See the complete designer list on Tuesday's post. I've really enjoyed the stories—childhood trauma, misbehaving beads that did not resemble their passport photos, folktales, treasured beads, good deals from the local craft store, favorite colors, poetry, memories of a beautiful fall day . . . inspiration is everywhere!
You still have time to enter the giveaway. (Last day to enter is
Monday, August 23, 2010 at noon Mountain Time.) It's easy to enter—just leave a comment on one of the designer's posts. Or leave a comment on several posts, for additional chances to win. You could win a set of handmade beads, a goodie pack full of filigree & gemstones, or a copy of the fall issue of Stringing.
But Wait, There's More . . .
Kristin of Artisan Clay blogged about creating a bead that was used by Jenn Judd Velasquez in her Stringing design. I loved seeing how Kristin makes the finishes she uses for her "Smoke Fire" beads. If you're lucky enough to be at Bead Fest in Philadelphia this weekend, check out her booth. She's also running a special sale in her Etsy shop especially for visitors to the carnival.