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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
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Good Morning Linda!!! Great post!@ I love your crocheted piece! The colors are wonderful. Can't wait to see more! Be Blessed!
ReplyDeleteLinda, your pieces are fantastic. I am looking forward to seeing more. Well done!
ReplyDeleteNow this is a theme I was not expecting. I'm looking forward to seeing how you pull your line together.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry about your mom but what a legacy she left you! I totally want to see how you're going to put B'sue materials and bead crochet together!
ReplyDeleteSounds very cool .. I love mixing different materials together .. looking forward to seeing your design .. Jann
ReplyDeleteNicely done Linda, that is a beautiful Necklace and congrats on being published.
ReplyDeleteI really like your blog and look forward to seeing more! I'm glad to meet you!
ReplyDeleteWell that's certainly an eye catching first pic :-)
ReplyDeleteLOVE that necklace and the colors! Will be interesting to see how your crocheted line evolves Linda.
Marica
Bead Lovelies
I can not crochet at all but your jewelry is just awesome and a great story
ReplyDeleteWhat an interesting idea for a line and I'm looking forward to seeing more. Nice to "meet you".
ReplyDeleteHi Linda. (waving) I tried wire and bead crochet for the first time last year and was also hooked. I have, of course, wandered off on all sorts of tangents since then and promptly forgot how. I look forward to seeing your line.
ReplyDeleteI've done a bit of beaded crochet, but not in a long time. I'm curious to see what you do with it. =) Very cool concept.
ReplyDeleteLinda I love your colors! I feel for you as we have common ground; my step-mom (who was really my only mom) passed this February from a long battle with cancer. She is the primary reason I started creating jewelry!
ReplyDeleteLovely, vibrant colors. Looking forward to seeing where you go with this.
ReplyDeleteLinda, crocheted pieces are so Hot right now! I anxiously await seeing your new line. Cheers & Best Wishes!
ReplyDeleteCrochet wire, I've never tried it but I crochet wool and think I will leave it at that. I have actually seen that mag photo before and now I can relate to it better.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to your designs, I just know they will be so different.
Great post Linda. Look forward to seeing your designs.
ReplyDeleteYou can crochet! Much respect Ma'am!
Super theme, Linda! I love crocheting and used to do it a lot years ago ... fun! Your jewelry line will be so unique, and I can't wait to see it! ;)
ReplyDeleteWow, you've been published!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on being published!! Your work is beautiful and I'm excited to see your line unfold.
ReplyDeleteVery creative idea. Looking forward to your creations and congrats on being published! ~Ingrid
ReplyDeleteCongrats and being published! Look forward to your designs and very happy to be in the Challenge with you! I love your blog!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to more and to see how you get the B'sue bits and baublies in there to build your line! Great job!
ReplyDeleteAs a long time crocheting "fool" and new wire crocheter I'm really excited that you'll be joining us. I have got to look thru my stash for that edition! I love that necklace sooo much.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to sharing this journey with you, Linda!! My mom tried to teach me to crochet when I was a teenager, and it was a disaster... have never wanted to learn since then.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to seeing your designs, looks fun!
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed your story and can't wait to see what you create for your line.
ReplyDeleteCrocheted necklaces are so cool! You'll make out really well with your new line.
ReplyDeleteCheers,
Susan
Linda, love the idea of crocheted pieces for professional women. I crochet also, having picked it up from my Grandmother. Beads and crochet are a great combination. Looking forward to the line.
ReplyDeleteGreat blog! I'm jealous of people who can knit and crochet - I've tried to learn it multiple times, and I just can't figure it out! I look forward to seeing your completed line!
ReplyDeleteI like the crochet theme and can't wait to see what B'Sue components you use in your new line. :-) ~Elizabeth
ReplyDeleteOOH crochet - lots of patience! looking forward to seeing how you incorporate the crochet with B'sue goodies too :D Linzi
ReplyDeleteLinda--Great idea! I love crochet bead designs, but have never tried it. With all you background in crochet and the addition of B'Sue components, I'm sure your new line will be great. I'm really looking forward to seeing what you come up with.
ReplyDeleteAwesome blog and I love crocheted items there'sn some of that gong on in my house to. I love Irish crochet flowers and want to learn how to make them. I can't wait to see what you create.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on being published for your crochet designs!! I am so intrigued how you make a line with crochet for this challenge. I am learning to bead crochet while in Tucson next week, I love the look! Gina H
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to what's next!
ReplyDeleteLinda, your crocheted pieces are unique and beautiful. Great idea!
ReplyDeleteLinda, I know nothing about crochet. Love to see what you will make. I also start making jewelry after buying something very expensive. I shared that in my blog as well.
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ReplyDeleteHI Linda~
First, let me express how sorry I am for the loss of your Mom.Second I want to say "Hey Crochet Sista!!" I too LOVE wire crochet and am incorporating into my line! Congrats on being published in Bead Style- very cool! That necklace is so colorful and pretty~are those beads made out of shells? look forward to seeing your line!
See you in class!
ps. thanks goodness you didn't break anything when you fell!
xo Liz
ReplyDeleteHI Linda~
First, let me express how sorry I am for the loss of your Mom.Second I want to say "Hey Crochet Sista!!" I too LOVE wire crochet and am incorporating into my line! Congrats on being published in Bead Style- very cool! That necklace is so colorful and pretty~are those beads made out of shells? look forward to seeing your line!
See you in class!
ps. thanks goodness you didn't break anything when you fell!
xo Liz