New Beads

As promised here is a picture of the new beads I have been making.This glass is a lot of work but the results are worth it! I can't make alot of these beads in one day as the kiln time is very short compared to other beads.So,you have to make them at the end of your session,patience...Now I must get to the torch and start on Christmas beads for my trunk show in Fresno in October.

New Glass

I just attended a customer appreciation party hosted by Franz Art Glass and got some exciting new glass to try.I made some new beads today, so we'll see how they turn out in the morning.It was a very fun weekend,seeing Corina Tettinger again and her adorable Chihuahua,Bonzai.I got to meet the talented Kimberly Affleck and many other glass artists.All in all ...a very fun day! Thanks to Mike Franz and his incredible staff.

New Etsy Store

I am a member of a great community of Lampwork artists.These artists are very supportive of each other in their business as well as personal lives.From time to time they need legal advice.The members have set up an awesome Etsy store called AGLF(Artisans and Glassworkers Legal Fund) with items donated by the members for sale to the public to help raise money for this purpose.
Check it out!http://www.etsy.com/shop/AGLF

Cover of Bead Trends Magazine

I am so thrilled to be on the cover of Bead Trends magazine September 2010 issue!
I recieved my jewelry back from the magazine with my free issue and I am on the cover!What an honor. The bracelet featured has my Lampwork beads with antique brass components.Here's a link to the bracelet "Sicilian Nights".
http://www.etsy.com/listing/39603072/lampwork-bead-bracelet-featured-on-the

Saturday Show

My partner,Lisa of http://www.fanceethat.etsy.com and I will be at Lacey Community Market in Huntamer Park (right by Fred Meyers)on Saturday from 10:00 to 4:00.
Look foward to seeing some familiar faces and some new ones too!It's supposed to be hot so get out and enjoy the summer,it will be gone before you know it!
Sorry, we decided not to do this show due to high winds!

Art Bead Scene Blog: Sea Beads

Some beautiful Sea theme beads have been put into an Etsy Treasury by Art Bead Scene diva Heather Powers.Check it out:Art Bead Scene Blog: Sea Beads

The Writing and Art of Andrew Thornton: Thursday Giveaway...

I just came across a wonderful giveaway on jewelry artist Andrew Thorntons blog.He's having a drawing for some awesome bead goodies to celebrate his 4th anniversary of his blog!! Check it out: The Writing and Art of Andrew Thornton: Thursday Giveaway...">