Have you ever heard of a technique called micro-macrame? I've never done it, but it's definitely on my to-learn list. If the word "macrame" makes you think of those big houseplant holders from the 1970s, you'll want to check out the photos of Joan Babcock's work in the link below. Her work is the opposite of those clunky plant holders—it's colorful, detailed, and absolutely stunning!
Enjoy this week's links. Merry Christmas!
Arts
Come enjoy some insider
information on the
fabulous fiber and bead artist, Joan Babcock!
Bead A Day
Lisa has received permission to share a project
from her book, A Bead in Time! This necklace, using softflex wire, was
inspired by a colored pencil drawing!
Jewelry Making
Tammy looks at least year's resolutions and
thinks about 2011. Share your resolutions or lack of them.
Bead Scene
Come make a sleigh bell bracelet with ABS for
the 6th Day of the annual 12 Days of free projects!
& Books
Michelle shares a handmade polymer clay ornament
by Diva Designs and her favorite chocolate candy recipe. (You'll need
to keep up your strength if you're going to bead over the holidays!)
Art/Life World
Carmi starts to work with resin cubes she made
earlier in the year.
Gimbrone, The Lampwork Diva
Cindy shares the key to her designs.
Studio Chronicles
Melanie gets in the Christmas spirit with a
holiday song to inspire three fun projects.
Blog: Inside the Studio
Come on over and get the shopping list for the
next Blog Reader Challenge!
out of it, Jean! There's beading to be done!
Jean makes some holiday themed jewelry for Rings
& Things! The time flew by as she made these pretty creations!
Writing and Art of Andrew Thornton
Sue Kennedy of SueBeads offers up a really
beautiful assortment of goodies in this week's Thursday Giveaway! Find
out how you can win them!