Trunk Show!

It's all set! The first Stone Designs Trunk Show is set for a preview at Bead Artistry in Fresno,Calif. on Thursday, March 4,2010 and continues through to Saturday,March 6,2010.Lots of eye candy! I have been busy making beads for the last few months for this show and I have some surprises too that are not shown in my Etsy store!

Tuesday's Tip

Today's tip is about Lampwork bead hole sizes.When purchasing handmade Lampwork beads the artist will usually list a mandrel size(that's the little steel rod used to wind the hot glass onto).If it says 1/16" that's the smaller size,perfect for beading jewelry.If it says 3/32" that's the larger size perfect for beaded accesories like pens,letter openers and bar tool,but can also be used in jewelry,just make sure you fill in the hole(see Tuesday's tip Jan 12)Please make sure you are purchasing Lampwork beads handmade by the artist,not mass produced.
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Newest Treasury

I have just created the most beautiful Treasury on Etsy! Some of my favorite Lampwork beads.Here's the link:http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=111976