This week I started creating a simple peyote bracelet from a kit. It occurred to me when I took this photo how lucky creative people are. I think this is a beautiful photo, but I realize not everyone will agree.
The threads haven't been trimmed. The beads are rolling all over the place. And my needle is probably safely tucked in a sofa cushion.
But when I look at this photo, I'm excited about the process and the possibilities of the finished product. The journey and the destination.
Enjoy this week's links!
Cindy Gimbrone Beads
Studio Saturday lingers into Monday as Cindy finishes up her metal project.
A Bead A Day
Have you ever used Swarovski hot-fix flatbacks
to sparkle up a desk accessory? Stop by A Bead A Day to see Lisa's
progress on a new project.
About.com Jewelry Making
Save time and your sanity this holiday season by making some easy metal ornaments now.
Art Bead Scene
How do jewelry projects flow through your studio? Come to ABS and see how they flow through Cindy's studio.
Beading Arts
Cyndi has a fabulous squared-cross turquoise pendant to give away!
Beads & Books
Michelle shares 3 tips for making more time for your art.
Carmi's Art/Life World
Carmi makes a fabric brooch with Clover's latest great tool!
Resin Crafts!
There is a new open back bezel tutorial on Resin Crafts Blog!
Snap out of it, Jean! There's beading to be to be done!
Book Giveaway of the FABULOUS book,
chains,chains,chains! You can see Jean's review and sign up! Come to her
blog and leave a comment for your chance at this remarkable new book!
The Bead Dreamer
Make or collect beautiful handmade jewelry? Store it just a beautifully with these jewelry storage ideas.
The Writing and Art of Andrew Thornton
Andrew announces that he'll be helping teach three workshops with his sister at ArtFest in the spring of 2012!