Bead Star
Interweave tweeted about Bead Star 2008, “the first-ever beading publication comprised entirely of prize-winning projects designed by reader/contestants.” I totally missed this – but check it out in case you want to try for the 2009 publication. Check the Bead Star page to see 2008 finalists, winners, and 2009 rules.
Nine O-rings
I finished my coworker gifts today — I beaded enough O-rings to have one for each person. Our staff is small, and we like to exchange presents. I try to choose something that can be worn as a pendant, or hung on the Christmas tree. I also aim for something that I can mostly make…
New Diane Fitzgerald book coming
Check out Diane’s page — at the top is a link to the cover of her new book, Shaped Beadwork, coming out in March by Lark. I have all her books (including self-published ones), and this one will be on my list as well. Structural beadwork is right up my alley.
Antique Czech wire and bead Christmas ornaments
I just read about this holiday event at the Czech and Slovak Sokol Minnesota in St. Paul. Next Saturday, when I WORK, there’s going to be a two hour program of someone’s private collection of antique bead ornaments. Check out the picture at the link — I love the bicycle, and I can see some…
Check out the Remembering Cindy Etsy shop
Still time to shop before Christmas!