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Up to my Eyeballs in Bottle Brush Trees

Monday, October 24th, 2011

What about I am excited today?

The top news today, IMHO: Up to my Eyeballs in Bottle Brush Trees (published by SaturdayFinds – Vintage-Inspired Gifts, Timeless Treasures and More!)

If you were wondering what I
was up to this weekend…..
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Check out this terrific story: Caricature in Pottery (published by Waterrose Handcrafted Obsessions)

 There were a lot of incredible inventions and ideas at Maker Faire in Phoenix last weekend 

(see below). 

 One of the most entertaining was the potter who created caricatures. 

  I stood and watched him create one of a little girl.

  She was adorable and he was amazing.

David Bradley

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Upcycled 50′s Pink Tree Topper

Saturday, October 22nd, 2011

Searching for latest news? Here are some…

Where should I start…: Upcycled 50′s Pink Tree Topper (published by SaturdayFinds – Vintage-Inspired Gifts, Timeless Treasures and More!)

Not sure if you remember but I had
found this very plain and very plastic
Vintage

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Tree Topper a month ago

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I found this amusing: Crayon Color Experiment (published by Inspirational Beading)

We?ve covered the inspiring qualities of crayon colors before, as well as the beauty

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the primary colors that are so important to basic arts and crafts. Recently, I had an inspiring experience with crayons that I wanted to try to recreate with

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beads.

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To end on another captivating story: Do You Know this Man? (published by Waterrose Handcrafted Obsessions)

Who

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es he remind you of?

Look at all of his parts…you’ll be amazed by what you find.

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The Healing Power of Beads

Friday, October 21st, 2011

Searching for latest news? Here are some…

To start with: The Healing Power of Beads (published by Inspirational Beading)

Today is giveaway day! Congratulations to Carla and Sally, who were both drawn for a copy of my new beaded buttons and toggles tutorial. Thank you so much to everyone who entered!

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Another breathtaking story: Ok I think I got it! (published by SaturdayFinds – Vintage-Inspired Gifts, Timeless Treasures and More!)

Last Night I was working on a “New”
color for my Bottle Brush Trees
I think I have it figured out…

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In another fascinating story: Daily Treasury: Show Offs (published by Inspirational Beading)

Today’s selection was

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by the never ending task of finding ways to organize one’s hobbies and life. Just when you think you’ve got your beads, books and jewelry stored in just the right way, something always comes along that makes you want to rework it all over again.

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Experimenting with Aqua Colored Trees

Thursday, October 20th, 2011

Here what is people are saying

I will start with this: Experimenting with Aqua Colored Trees (published by SaturdayFinds – Vintage-Inspired Gifts, Timeless Treasures and More!)

Tonight I am playing in Dyes…
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Another fascinating story: Wear It Twice: Jewel Tones (published by Inspirational Beading)

This month?s fashion inspiration is jewel tones – intense shades of ruby and emerald. The challenge is to pair up these greens and reds w

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hout looking like Christmas. By including soft shades of teal and adding dramatic black, the saturated palette looks right at home for

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fall.

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Bead Wish List: Lovely Leaves

Wednesday, October 19th, 2011

What about I am excited today?

Here is the first: Bead Wish List: Lovely Leaves (published by Inspirational Beading)

Pressed leaf beads are an accent bead staple. They work well with both beadwork and stringing projects, can be used as accents, focals, and even in large, lush quantities. Most function as drops, with top drilled holes, and some are center drilled. In short, leaf beads are a delight to work with.

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To conclude this news flash: Daily Treasury: Sanguine Delights (published by Inspirational Beading)

Today’s deliciously red

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was inspired by The Nightingale and the Rose by Oscar Wilde. Thanks to Wrens Nest Creations for this lovelyset!

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World Beaders: Romania

Tuesday, October 18th, 2011

This is what I learnt today…

First of all: World Beaders: Romania (published by Inspirational Beading)

This month I?d like to give a big welcome to readers from Romania!

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Another interesting story: Historic Hand Embroidery (published by Waterrose Handcrafted Obsessions)

Amazing aren’t they?

I have been doing some research on embroidery. I am fascinated with pieces that are related to the “order of the golden fleece.” As I delve more into this subject I will update you on what I have found. But for now…enjoy this beautiful hand embroidery.

The cope was made between 1433 and 1442, designed by Robert Campin. Produced in the workshop of Thierry du

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To end on another exciting story: NEW FABRICS (AUGUST 2011) (published by ? WINNIEL & THE LAUGHING HOUSE ?)

Finally, the long awaited new fabrics has arrived! Here are 14 new prints which I’ve never brought in before. They range from newcomer Sarah Jane’s Children@Play collection, to perennial favourites Amy Butler, Joel Dewberry, Michael Miller & Pat Bravo’s.
Pls contact me @ The Laughing House (or email: pingsping@yahoo.com) if you’d like a custom made Bible Cover or Cash Budgeting Purse with any of these new fabrics ^^
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A Bracelet a Week: Papyrus

Monday, October 17th, 2011

Seemingly quitely, some things happened since last week

First and foremost: A Bracelet a Week: Papyrus (published by Inspirational Beading)

Green Stripes Cuff

This week I picked up on my mission to remake old designs in new colors. I was craving something ?easy? – a design that I could just make and meditate to without having to map out a complex plan or count stitches. I?ve been meaning to use up the last of my bugles, so I mixed together black and ivory in a striped cuff.. Read the rest of the story…

Check out this breathtaking story: Daily Collection: Green and Blue (published by Inspirational Beading)

It would be terrible to skip a beat on the second day of a new daily challenge, so I present this gorgeous green and blue collection by TBeads, before relishing the exhaustion of my first full day at a totally awesome new day job. Stay tuned for tomorrow’s belated Bracelet aWeek!

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To end on another interesting story: Create Your Own DIY Miyuki Glass Bead Brooch Kit ? Misty Purple Flower (published by Beading Forums » Beading)

Create Your Own DIY Miyuki Glass Bead Brooch Kit – Misty Purple Flower

Miyuki Brand Beading Kit. Create A Misty Purple Flower Brooch. 7cm Long (2.75 Inches). All Beads And Thread Included. No Returns On Opened Kits. Miyuki is renowned the world over for their precise and delicate seed beads. Now they have translated that perfection into a gorgeous beading kit! Create a complete, intricate beaded brooch. Photo shows completed brooch, you will receive loose beads and thread. Please note, this kit will make a brooch 7cm (2.75 Inches). We can not accept returns of opened kits. Included in this kit: Tanzanite and Amethyst color Swarovski Crystal, 12 grams Delica beads (1.6mm Purple), 0.1 grams seed beads (Bronze 1.5mm), 1 set pin/brooch back with perforated disk (20mm), 14 meters of nylon thread, 4 meters of gold tone wire, 1 beading needle. Tools you will need: Scissors, Ruler, Needle Nose Pliers Instructions printed in clear English with detailed diagrams. Please note that this is a KIT, difficulty rating 3 stars out of 5. Not for beginners, recommended for beaders with some weavingexperience.. Read the rest of the story…

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