Blue Turquoise Tube Bracelet is Published in The Creative Home Arts Club Magazine

New copy of The Creative Home Arts Club Magazine is filled with lots of home decor,  art, & craft  projects.

One of them is my Blue Turquoise Tube Bracelet. 

The instructions are so simple... even if you don't know how to bead, you'll enjoy making this project. Learn basic Peyote Stitch Beadweaving technique and have a great Bracelet to wear.

And for those of you how do know how to bead and have a special appreciation for Miyuki Delica beads - you'll love this bracelet too. 

If you need supplies -  Miyuki Delica beads, beading thread, beading needles, bead mat and of course all the sterling silver findings and more  ... check out my web site www.Beadknots.com

You'll find more of my patterns and beadweaving kits here  

Create & have Fun ! 

New Miyuki Delica colors are in ...

New shipment arrived  with more Miyuki Delica colors... size 11/0 and size 8/0.

If you bought Miyuki from me before,  you know I only select best colors :)  well,  don't get me wrong they are all very pretty ....

 All beads are being sorted right now in  your favorite rectangular storage  boxes, so please be patient  ....I'll do my best to post them on the web site, as quickly as humanly possible.

Here is a little preview of Miyuki sitting in bags :)   

Here is some Miyuki delica that have been packed into storage containers

Creative Cocktail For Thirsty Creative Soul

Once in a while we all feel  a little "Off "   on creativity.... Something just doesn't click.

I have used this amazing recipe  for a long time and  ..... well  see for yourself :)

!!!!! Very important   !!!!!  Use your favorite Mug  to fully enjoy this Creative Drink !

Brew some of you favorite coffee.  I usually use French Press, not because I am French  :), but  the flavor is the most preserved and the coffee is usually  nice and strong. 

Next, put 2 scoops of your favorite ice cream  right into Hot Coffee...

Ice Cream will start to melt and create this wonderful, soft, frosty foam on top - this is an absolute Delicacy!

No need to put any sugar or milk, as it's already in it :). You can drink it while it's still warm, there is a really nice contrast between hot coffee and  melting ice cream   ..... or   throw in a few ice cubes to get it really cold.

Enjoy,  Create and have Fun! 

Cheers !  :)

Upcycle Craft Project "Garden Collage Picture Frame"

Looking for some Fresh ideas to Upcycle your old Picture Frames ....

In the June issue of  "Crafts'n Things"  Magazine you can find  my project

"Garden Collage Picture Frame".

You'll have so much Fun making it ... In fact, invite friends over, have a Party  and  each  make  your very own!

On the picture is me with my Favorite Bulldog Feodor, who always helps me in the Garden :)   ... at least he thinks so  LOL!

Spring is in the Air and creative spirit is growing.

Time to plan some Art Shows...

Here are some of the confirmed dates
 Art Sprees at The Illinois Artisans Shop, Chicago

100 W. Randolph Street, Atrium First Floor

Chicago, IL 60601

Body Adornment Art Spree 

Thursday, July 15, 2010 through Friday, July 16, 2010 , 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Fall Fashion Art Spree 

Thursday, September 16, 2010 through Friday, September 17, 2010 , 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM

I'll be exhibiting my New Bead work, Hand Woven Jewelry, Lampwork Glass Beads, and Fused Glass Pendants. Both events are Free to the public and there will be live Demonstrations by various Artists.  Hope to see you there!

New Choker Necklace Designs with Stretchiko elastic cord

        

With the arrival of New Stretchiko colors  I've been inspired to make some cute Choker Necklaces...

Check out some new Designes that I've made!  There are about 12 different colors, including New Black  and Chocolate Brown.  My favorite of course is Purple  :) :) :) 

To see all Stretchiko colors, please click here

This was a great show !

Some of the Artists I discovered:

Kevin Lahvic ..... filled with messages and symbols, his art will make you stay and wonder and absorb the wonderful energy....

 James Monroe  ... shows nature in it's beauty through a lense of simplicity and warmth - his paintings are so soulfull and close to heart. 

Joseph Sikora  filled with movement, his paintings are so lively, energy is bursting through them... his style reminds me of impressionism but more mordern and urban...

  Marketa Sivek   - color intensity is so amazing you can almost feel it on your skin.  It is an amazing feeling to be surounded  by her paintings

many more  artists were there and the energy was just amazing

2nd Annual Fall smARTshow!"3 DAYS, 150 ARTISTS, 1 PLACE TO BE.