Look for your name and the other name grouped with yours, is your partner.
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Enjoy and HAVE FUN!!
Wednesday, February 11, 2015
Tuesday, February 10, 2015
Week #6 - Something boring but beautiful
Saturday, February 7, 2015
Bead Peeps Swap N Hop Partner Intro Sample
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OHMYGIRD! I just got my partner assignment and lemme tell you - she is AWESOME!! We go waaaaay back.... about 14 minutes. She's so great! She lives in Transylvania and is 29. She's been making jewelry for 32 years and has been a real pioneer in the industry. She invented wire! Isn't that OUTSTANDING!?!? I mean, where would we be without HER?! She loves dark colors - blacks, gray, brown, charcoal, ash, light gray, grey, black and gray. She loves everything about bats, spiders and snakes...and often uses them while she'sbrewing making her jewelry. I've long admired her work and CAN'T WAIT to get to know her better! WOOHOOO! You can find her blog here: http://lindaHasLostIt.com
SO, while I'm waiting for MY goodies to arrive....here's what I sent her:
TOTALLY amazing right?! OH this is gonna be AWESOME!! WOOHOOOO!
Here are some other teasers I made, too....
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Can't WAIT to show you what I sent her!! EEEEEEK!
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You can see the original pictures here:https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.378054505699477&type=1
OHMYGIRD! I just got my partner assignment and lemme tell you - she is AWESOME!! We go waaaaay back.... about 14 minutes. She's so great! She lives in Transylvania and is 29. She's been making jewelry for 32 years and has been a real pioneer in the industry. She invented wire! Isn't that OUTSTANDING!?!? I mean, where would we be without HER?! She loves dark colors - blacks, gray, brown, charcoal, ash, light gray, grey, black and gray. She loves everything about bats, spiders and snakes...and often uses them while she's
SO, while I'm waiting for MY goodies to arrive....here's what I sent her:
Here are some other teasers I made, too....
Can't WAIT to show you what I sent her!! EEEEEEK!
SAMPLE SAMPLE SAMPLE SAMPLE
You can see the original pictures here:https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.378054505699477&type=1
Swap N Hop Get to Know Me Questions
This year, for the first time EVER, I'll be hostessing a FANTASTIC event called The Bead Peeps Swap N Hop. I started Bead Peeps on Facebook, after another woman needed to close her group, for health reasons. She had an annual blog hop and we decided to continue the tradition with our own spin on it. We've asked all the folks who are participating to answer these questions on their blog. Without further adieu.....here we go!
1. Why or how did you get started making jewelry?
I got into jewelry by way of a craft show. I purchased a beautiful necklace for a family member for $38. The next week, I saw the same vendor at another show and mentioned that I had purchased a similar piece the week before. Her response was that they "got some more in". I thought "I thought you made it"? A few days later, while at a big box store, I see the same pendant for $4.99.
I went home and found a "how to make jewelry class" that night. As they say...the rest is history =)
2. What style(s) of jewelry do you like to make?
I'd say my style is classically elegant - at least - that's what I think. =) I like to make jewelry that can dress up any outfit (I like to say from ho-hum to SHA-ZAM!). It's also really important to me that pieces are versatile, so that you can wear it with many outfits vs just 1 piece in your wardrobe.
3. What materials do you prefer to use (and which ones do you avoid)?
Typically, I'll use anything from handcrafted lampwork beads, to Swarovski pearls and crystal, to bits and bobs of fabric, to beads purchased at big box stores, beads from tradeshows and anything else I find interesting. I like things that are unique - be it in color, style, size, shape, sparkle...something interesting. AND I'm kinda obsessed with czech beads, right now.
4. What techniques do you prefer (and are there any you don't like)?
I like to make many styles of jewelry. I consider myself a stringer, first and foremost. I've done pearl knotting, kumihimo, wire crochet and some basic wire work.
I don't do bead weaving of any sort or anything involving heat. So, no soldering, lampworking or anything like that....I sure love the pieces - just don't make them.
5. What colors do you use most, and which do you run screaming from?
I love working with color. When making a piece versatile, having more colors involved tends to make something easier to wear with many things. I typically lean to silvers and coppers for metals. I'd also say that anything with rainbow colors is VERY difficult for me to pass up. ;)
I've realized that making pieces with 1 color are REALLY tough for me. Someone suggested I make a black necklace. I didn't (and still don't know) where to start. I want to add color! Can't win 'em, all right?
Some other random trivia:
- The names of my college and last name are the same
- My college colors and high school colors were the same - orange and black
- I'm a pretty decent photographer
- I love PJs - I wear them most of the day....every day.
- I've had major health issues for nearly 12 years
- I'm often the 1%...99% of people have no issues.... I'm the 1% who does =)
- I love to laugh.....alot.
- I love to plan an awesome party!
- I CANNOT WAIT to get my partner and get to know her! I'm SO EXCITED!
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| My first piece ever |
I got into jewelry by way of a craft show. I purchased a beautiful necklace for a family member for $38. The next week, I saw the same vendor at another show and mentioned that I had purchased a similar piece the week before. Her response was that they "got some more in". I thought "I thought you made it"? A few days later, while at a big box store, I see the same pendant for $4.99.
I went home and found a "how to make jewelry class" that night. As they say...the rest is history =)
2. What style(s) of jewelry do you like to make?
I'd say my style is classically elegant - at least - that's what I think. =) I like to make jewelry that can dress up any outfit (I like to say from ho-hum to SHA-ZAM!). It's also really important to me that pieces are versatile, so that you can wear it with many outfits vs just 1 piece in your wardrobe.
3. What materials do you prefer to use (and which ones do you avoid)?
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| Too much? |
4. What techniques do you prefer (and are there any you don't like)?
I like to make many styles of jewelry. I consider myself a stringer, first and foremost. I've done pearl knotting, kumihimo, wire crochet and some basic wire work.
I don't do bead weaving of any sort or anything involving heat. So, no soldering, lampworking or anything like that....I sure love the pieces - just don't make them.
5. What colors do you use most, and which do you run screaming from?I love working with color. When making a piece versatile, having more colors involved tends to make something easier to wear with many things. I typically lean to silvers and coppers for metals. I'd also say that anything with rainbow colors is VERY difficult for me to pass up. ;)
I've realized that making pieces with 1 color are REALLY tough for me. Someone suggested I make a black necklace. I didn't (and still don't know) where to start. I want to add color! Can't win 'em, all right?
Some other random trivia:
- The names of my college and last name are the same
- My college colors and high school colors were the same - orange and black
- I'm a pretty decent photographer
- I love PJs - I wear them most of the day....every day.
- I've had major health issues for nearly 12 years
- I'm often the 1%...99% of people have no issues.... I'm the 1% who does =)
- I love to laugh.....alot.
- I love to plan an awesome party!
- I CANNOT WAIT to get my partner and get to know her! I'm SO EXCITED!
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| Fun after my BFF's weddin' |
Thursday, February 5, 2015
Week #5 - Battered and Bruised
So this week has been a toughie for me. It started 2 weeks ago, mentioning to a doc that I had a lump. Within minutes, words like 'Cat Scan', 'Surgeon' and 'We'll get you in to see a doc sooner rather than later' were being thrown around. I had an ultrasound which showed a mass in a lymph node under my jaw bone. I had a biopsy done ....6 needles went into my face. 6! After a scary week of waiting for word - I AM cancer free!
After getting through all that, I was preparing for a show this last weekend - my first of the year and while loading the car, took a MAJOR fall. Thankfully, I don't think I'm broken, but almost a week later and I still can't walk without a marked limp. Add on to that the Build a Line challenge, matching partners for the Swap N Hop AND doing the weekly earring project.....I'm STRESSED OUT!
This week's earrings are a reflection of my week - a little chaotic with plenty of bruises in a plethora of shapes all over my body. LOL! I think they reflect it well.
It's been a cray-cray week, but I'm kinda loving these little gems which feature, of course, Swarovski crystals. =)
I'm also excited because I ordered some fun new tools that will help me move my earring designs forward, and I'm quite excited to put them in to action!
Until next week!
Tuesday, January 27, 2015
Week #4 - Something New, Something Borrowed (ok given), Something Blue - No old
Week 4 - TA-DA!
Last week, I was so excited to open a package from a FANTASTIC artist, Kari Asbury of Asbury Avenue Designs. Her talent, just makes my heart sing. She was so SWEET to have also included this GORGEOUS silk, taffeta fabric with my order. (Holy surprise, Batman!)
So, this week, I wanted to try incorporating her fabric into my earrings.
Fabric in Earrings - Something new
Giving by a friend (not really to give back, but work with me here) - Borrowed
And LOOK at that COLOR! - Something blue
I wrapped the taffeta with silver wire and added some crystals to give a little shimmer. In addition, I wanted something in the middle.....it really needed SOMETHING. So, I went to my box of Swarovski pendants and found 2 options...starfish or the triangle. Which do YOU prefer?
Last week, I was so excited to open a package from a FANTASTIC artist, Kari Asbury of Asbury Avenue Designs. Her talent, just makes my heart sing. She was so SWEET to have also included this GORGEOUS silk, taffeta fabric with my order. (Holy surprise, Batman!)
So, this week, I wanted to try incorporating her fabric into my earrings.
Fabric in Earrings - Something new
Giving by a friend (not really to give back, but work with me here) - Borrowed
And LOOK at that COLOR! - Something blue
I wrapped the taffeta with silver wire and added some crystals to give a little shimmer. In addition, I wanted something in the middle.....it really needed SOMETHING. So, I went to my box of Swarovski pendants and found 2 options...starfish or the triangle. Which do YOU prefer?
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| Starfish or triangle? |
Friday, January 23, 2015
Build a what?!
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| WHAT am I doing!??!!? |
I found another bead store that was offering classes where you'd pay for the supplies and they'd show you what to do with them. I was kinda hooked (hardy har har). I took classes about every other weekend..... learning new things....going home and practicing. It wasn't until the crochet class (where I promptly threw the piece down, pouted and said 'I'm NEVER doing this again!') that I was challenged. More importantly, when I went home.... I detoured through another shop where I found some gorgeous multicolored beads. I made this GIGANTIC piece with the beads and lots of strands (not just the 3 we were told to use) and again - strangers.... but this time - the store owners and teachers noticed. Something was happening.........
All that said, those who know me, know that for many many moons I've dreamed of having my own line of jewelry. Specifically, a line of crocheted pieces.....necklaces, earrings, bracelets....colorful - so quite versatile....geared towards working professional women...... and I'm taking the plunge! I'm doing the B'Sue's Boutiques Build a Line Challenge!
I learned to crochet from my mother, while she was fighting her losing battle with cancer. Crocheting was my way of dealing with things....until my carpal tunnel nearly made my fingers numb. She used to call me "A Crocheting Fool" - so I want to build off of that for this line's name and focus.
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| One of our last photos together <3 |
I had NO IDEA that in 1996, when I learned to crochet, that 15(ish) years later, I'd be BACK to crocheting and now doing it with wire, beads AND making a line!
How do I know this will work? I don't. I DO know that BeadStyle published one of my crocheted pieces. I also know that the crocheted pieces are my best sellers....so....as they say "money talks".
SO....that's what I'm doing. You can see what others are doing below!
Hostess and Teacher: Brenda Sue Lansdowne, B'sue Boutiques
Jewelry Making Outside the Box
Linda Anderson
From the Bead Board (You are here)
Marcia Tuzzolino
Aurora Designs
Jann Tague
Clever Designs by Jann
Judy King
Apt to Wander Studio
Linzi Alford
Magpie in the Sky, Spoil Heap Tales
Cynthia Wainscott
Exotic Peru
Carole Carlson
Beadsophisticate
Lynn Stinten
Dragonzwench
Marica Zammit
Bead Lovelies
Catherine Shattuck
VRBrose
Michaele Collie
The Vintage Gem
Mary Craig
Jewelry Alchemy
Lee Koopman
Strega Jewelry
Erin Whitacre
Shattered Time Jewelry
Monica Casady
MJCasady Copper Works
Leila West
Leila Nicole Designs
Cindy Peterson
Howling Dog Jewelry
Leila Belcher
Leila Bee Designs
Gloria Allen
Wings and Beads
Pamela Anger
Novegatti Designs
Tammy Adams
Paisley Lizard
Lynda O'Mara
LOmara Creative
Elizabeth Hildreth
MadScientistsDesigns
Dana Hickey
Wind Dancer Studios
Janet Calardo
Jan Lea Designs
Maria Clark
Sweet Willow Designs
Lori Beekman
B. Accessorized
Jennifer Kroeger
Relic Charm
Amy Jorgensen
Hoarder's Corner
Robin Reed
Artistry: Handcrafted Bead Designs
Ingrid Anderson
Lilis Gems
Louise O'Shields
Desire Divine Jewels
Susan Killam
Killam Creative
Mary Katherine Deis
The Rose Sword: Artisan and Vintage Collectible Jewelry
Nike Bottalico
Nike Bottalico
Susan Bowerman
Woodside Wireworks
Kristy Le
Kristy Le Trendy Jewelry Designs
Jan Peters
Stylized Vintage
Mitzie Crider
Needful Luxuries Occasional Blog
Gina Hockett
Freestyle Elements
Alexandra Sefton
Imaginary Jewelry and Altered Art
Melida Boman
The Journey of Pens and Things
Teresa Shurter
TreeZ's Treasurs
Melissa Latimer
Smithed Up
Renee Hong
Fine and Dandy Jewelry and Art
Nadine Edris
Moondance Jewelry
Lori Meyer
Parisienne Girl
Jennifer Merrill Williams
Artists of All Stripes
Denise Lussier Poirier
Jewelry by Denise
Renee Allen
Small Stuff Design
Autumn Adams
Autumn Dawns
Elizabeth Owens
1996 Shabby Lane
Kat BarronMiller
Midnight Kat Productions Art Jewelry
Sandra Ballard
Mama San's Mojo
Coral Law
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Thursday, January 22, 2015
Earrings Wk #3 - Something.....different
So, Week 3 is upon me and I HAVE created week 3's earrings WOOHOO!
This week, I made the copper connectors - which I've seen similar things around here and there. It was FUN! I loved just winding up, down, tight, loose, and the REAL challenge was making them the same length. =) I've had these AMAZING etched dragon scales for a few months now, just waiting for the right project. I like the cragginess of the copper pieces and the contrast with the silver scales. I think they're just awesome! =)
I, also, made the ear wires. I couldn't decide if I liked the silver (on right) or the copper (on left) better. I think I like the silver wire with the blue flower. What do you think?
Week 3 complete! Raise the roof!
This week, I made the copper connectors - which I've seen similar things around here and there. It was FUN! I loved just winding up, down, tight, loose, and the REAL challenge was making them the same length. =) I've had these AMAZING etched dragon scales for a few months now, just waiting for the right project. I like the cragginess of the copper pieces and the contrast with the silver scales. I think they're just awesome! =)
I, also, made the ear wires. I couldn't decide if I liked the silver (on right) or the copper (on left) better. I think I like the silver wire with the blue flower. What do you think?
Thursday, January 15, 2015
Year of Earrings - Wk 1 and 2 - #fail
OK - so I kinda committed to doing a Year of Earrings and I've already failed. Oy. But at least I KNOW I failed and am ready to share my first jewelery of 2015!
These friends aren't on sale yet, but I'm just proud that I've made SOMETHING in 2015! It's been a struggle, between running a group on FB and having 2 MAJOR events since Thanksgiving, I've been overwhelmed. I've also been sick - that Christmas Crud had taken me over - 3 rounds of antibiotics, a whole box of day-quil/ny-quil and so many other things.... just felt miserable!
If the seagull earrings are any indication of the jewelry I'll be making this year - I can't WAIT!! WOOHOO!
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| Czech beads with Seagulls by Asbury Avenue Designs - can you smell the sea air? |
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| Druzy Agate with Amethyst rounds - Delicious! |
These friends aren't on sale yet, but I'm just proud that I've made SOMETHING in 2015! It's been a struggle, between running a group on FB and having 2 MAJOR events since Thanksgiving, I've been overwhelmed. I've also been sick - that Christmas Crud had taken me over - 3 rounds of antibiotics, a whole box of day-quil/ny-quil and so many other things.... just felt miserable!
If the seagull earrings are any indication of the jewelry I'll be making this year - I can't WAIT!! WOOHOO!
Sunday, January 11, 2015
Bead Peeps Swap N Hop IS COMING!!
Looking for the most AMAZING Blog Hop in town?! Look NO FURTHER than the Bead Peeps
1st Annual Swap N Hop! Here are plenty of details to wet your
whistle..... come join our group to take part in the fun! MANY MORE
details are posted in the group and you must be part of the jewelry
world in order to join us. Looking forward to meeting you and seeing
your INCREDIBLE designs soon!
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