Grammy Glass Bead Blog

Lampwork Classes - Lampwork Classes - Lampwork Classes!!

2012-01-13T09:11:00.000-08:00

Lampwork classes are given in my home studio in Charlotte, NC, weekday or weekend, whenever we both are available. Please contact me for available dates. Golden opportunity for Lampwork Classes in Florida! Please see below for specific details. Details in lampwork classes in March for "BeadCamp" - lampwork, wire wrapping, making bead caps, silver stamping, chainmail, lots and lots of stuff going on! Check it out!

"BeadCamp" in Florida this MARCH

2011-12-14T09:19:00.001-08:00

Exciting news. I've been invited to 'BeadCamp' in Florida this coming March 8th through 11th. Four full days of instruction by yours truly. If you'd like more information please contact Marley at: marleybydesign@nc.rr.com for all the details. Class is limited to 10 students and as of December we're close to half that, so get a move on! We're gonna have so much fun!!!

Last Show of 2011 - Yipee!

2011-12-09T17:46:00.001-08:00

Thank goodness the last show of the year is over. I am one tired cookie. Thanks to everyone who helped make another year of melting glass and fooling around with metals possible. Now for a little down time, after the holiday incoming of course, then it's on to 2012. Thanks everybody!

Getting Ready for the Cold Weather!

2011-10-26T14:25:00.001-07:00

Just a little something quick to show the new 'snowflake' design. Now I gotta get back on the torch and MAKE MORE BEADS!

Awesome Etching !

2011-09-21T08:22:00.001-07:00

Brand new for the Fall shows. Am so excited to see how these new etched pieced are received. Solid brass bullet shell casings (yes, they are real) have been etched with a design, then a bead of mine is displayed at the end of the casings. These two might look as if they're ready for Halloween, but they could certainly be worn all year. Here's hoping they are well liked, 'cause they're fun to do and pretty unique!

Watch out for the Octopus !!!

2011-07-27T20:55:00.000-07:00

This thing is just awesome, what else can I say? So far the octopus (octopi?) have been very popular - this new neck piece sets off the bead very well. A heavy braided leather looking thing with an interesting latch - a perfect compliment for this chunky piece of twisted tentacles. By one of my favorite glass artists.

Sea Shell for Myrtle

2011-07-27T20:51:00.000-07:00

Getting ready for a show at Myrtle Beach - hoping this sea shell will make a pretty good impression. Rather large, and a lot of detail to this piece. A hollow bead, so altho it's a pretty big piece, it's not overly heavy. Love the colors on this one. These shells are a surprise, by one of my favorite glass artists.

Recycle, Reuse, Repurpose

2011-07-20T07:39:00.001-07:00

Spent brass shell casings are used in these funky little trinkets our grandaughter (21) has dubbed "Tennessee Bullets". I like that name. And the beer bottle caps are now a set of refrigerator magnets. They came with zany little sayings in each one, sure hope my younger son will send me some more!

It's Hip To Be Square

2011-07-19T20:54:00.000-07:00

These earrings are really pretty cool, so there is more than one pair ready for the end of summer and fall shows. Hope somebody out there will like them . . .

Time on my hands . . .

2011-07-19T12:21:00.001-07:00

Time on my hands . . . okay, that's pretty bad. But I did have some time to kill (sorry) and this is what fell out of my head today. I really enjoy when there's time to play (sorry, again - can't seem to stop). Anyway, it's just for fun.

Last Look @ Luscious Boro Color

2011-07-18T15:01:00.000-07:00

The color in these beads is really, really great. What can I say? ... Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn't. This time it worked great! But I gotta leave boro for awhile and get back to makin' LOTS of beads. Soft glass is just more consistent for me.

WAAAAAAY Cool Earrings

2011-07-18T14:57:00.000-07:00

These really are something else. And this is IT - found only one pair of these silver ridged pieces, so when these are gone, it's adios!

Copper Picken's

2011-07-18T14:54:00.000-07:00

Trying out some sterling & copper findings. My torched beads, natural stones, copper & sterling - made a really nice combination in the neck/earring set.

Double Boro

2011-07-18T14:52:00.000-07:00

Had a request from 'Beth' for another double boro pendant, pretty pleased with the results - hope she likes it.

Leather & Sterling & Boro Beads - Oh My!

2011-07-12T14:16:00.000-07:00

Oh Boy! I love something new. Trying to design something new and different, but still cutting the price by being selective with sterling silver use. These are sooooo comfortable to wear, and they have a natural, organic edge. Little sterling details finish off awesome boro beads and leather. Enjoy.

Spiral Earrings

2011-07-11T13:51:00.000-07:00

Some new silver is credited for these new spiral earrings. Really dresses up a pair of bumpy beads. The longer drops on earrings continues to be the most popular of most of my customers. Thanks, every body.

Aztec

2011-07-11T13:47:00.001-07:00

Gently etched beads dangle from these Aztec looking earrings made of lead free pewter. Wires are sterling, tho. A pretty nice looking pair of earrings, even if I do say so myself.

Something for the 'Girly Girls'

2011-07-11T13:45:00.000-07:00

Pretty in pink, and more pink. A light and airy feel to this set, very pretty.

Wavy Focal

2011-07-11T13:41:00.000-07:00

Different, for sure ! An unusual long and wavy focal mixed with Jasper make this a stunner. Getting ready for the end of summer and fall shows. Check out the show listings.

Funky Earrings

2011-06-29T05:09:00.000-07:00

I love the new silver glass made by Double Helix - a surprise every day. I never know what's gonna come out of the kiln. But these organic looking beads made some pretty funky earrings.

Fun Rings for Pretty or Play

2011-06-29T05:01:00.000-07:00

These are two rings shown using a wire mesh design that's pretty easy to make. I LOVE the skull ring, it's just way cool. They're really easy to make, and can actually be done with only the mesh showing, or most any flat stone, crystal or pearl. Although I usually work only in sterling, any other metal may be used. Fun, fun, fun, or classic & elegant when sterling is used. Come take a class and learn how to do these for yourself!

End of May Bracelets

2011-05-30T15:23:00.000-07:00

Every now and then I try to make something of the beads, silver, stones, & any other table top left-overs I have. These two bracelets are just that - they are a mix-match of shapes, colors, bits and pieces . . . . and I LIKE them. Pieces like these are the most fun to build, trial and error, a culmination of 'gee, wonder what it'd look like with this in there' efforts. 'End of day' glass beads use up the left over bits of glass left on the table after a day of making beads. So these bracelets are "End of May" bracelets, 'cause it's what was left on my work table at the end of May.

Not Just Knots !

2011-05-18T10:11:00.001-07:00

Price of silver chains, just like everything else, is skyrocketing! Sooooooo, here's a sampling of some efforts with knotting. I'm likin' the outcome and think I might venture into teaching some knot classes, whadaya' think? Altho these two knots are similar, they are tied differently to product two different looks, one just a little more detailed then the other. Have a preference? The more detailed knot at the top, or the little heart shaped (sort of) beneath it . . . send me an email & let me know what you think. I'm always up for constructive criticism and suggestions . . . . constructive or not !!

Paper Surprise !

2011-04-15T08:59:00.001-07:00

A nice surprise in the Charlotte Observer this morning. HEY !! Look who's there!!!

What Do You Do With A Broken Bead?

2011-02-16T06:18:00.000-08:00

This bead was made over a year ago. When it came out of the kiln the colors were so vibrant it was love at first sight! But it broke right in half when it was being cleaned. COULDN'T throw it away … but I could wrap it! Don't know why I didn't think of it sooner - duh. Turned out pretty well I think.

Funky Fish

2011-01-31T09:27:00.001-08:00

This little fishy looks like he could swallow the whole hook in one try - much fun to make and, as always, love the bright colors.

Totem Pole Owl

2011-01-31T09:24:00.001-08:00

My take on a totem pole figure - at least that's what I was aiming for. All my beads, natural stones, silver & crystals … an impressive piece to treasure for a very long time.

Asymmetrical Sunflower

2011-01-30T11:18:00.000-08:00

Oh what fun. I love making this design … altho it takes a really long time and it's a real pain in the patootie. Still hold my breath while making some things, and this one's close to the top of that list, but I still love it. Anyone ready for spring yet?

Zebra Raku

2011-01-30T11:16:00.000-08:00

Love this piece - a compilation of organic randomness and structured stripes.

Mixed Up Jumbled Awesomeness

2011-01-30T11:13:00.000-08:00

A beautiful jumble of lampwork, natural stones, semi-precious, crystals, silver. A mixed-up jumbled awesome piece … and it's reeeeaaally long to boot!

Beach Fest Beads

2011-01-30T11:09:00.000-08:00

This big 'ole starfish pendant is another 'end-of-day' bead. I love the really large slashes of color, and the added little twist at the bottom is my attempt at a wave.

Seascapes Ready for 'Beach Fest'

2011-01-25T05:56:00.001-08:00

Had a call for an order for one of these and realized I'd never pictured them before - oops. These are my seascapes, thought I'd do several for the 'Beach Fest'. Hope to see you there! Please stop by and see what else is new.

A New End of Day Bead

2011-01-25T05:49:00.001-08:00

New year, new end of day bead. I love the colors on this focal, and pairing it with some pearls is also new for me. The pearls have no sterling mixed in with them, for ease of cleaning. Alllllways thinkin' . . .

Pods

2011-01-14T18:45:00.001-08:00

Couldn't decide if I liked the etched or the shiny pods the best. You be the judge and let me know. Did a survey on Facebook and the etched won. Either way, I really like this new set - very striking - kinda funky and cool.

Funny Froggies

2010-12-23T11:30:00.000-08:00

Funny little froggies to close out the year. Off to Vermont to see the new grand baby, who has YET to make an appearance! Must be waiting for Grammy to get there! Merry Christmas everybody, and a Happy New Year!

Christmas Show 2010

2010-12-23T11:26:00.000-08:00

A new set-up this year. Guess it looked pretty good (see another picture, below). Gave a bit more footage for display, and for once, I could see everything on the tables! Thanks everybody for another wonderful year.

2010 Southern Christmas Show

2010-12-04T18:53:00.001-08:00

Finally made it, wuhoo! The last blue ribbon I got from the Southern Christmas Show was so long ago they didn't even GIVE ribbons - just a small plastic framed certificate 'First Place'. Wow, waited a long time for this, a great big thank you to everyone who helped. This ribbon belongs to everyone!

A new twist on a classic focal

2010-10-23T22:32:00.000-07:00

Not the best lighting at one of the shows in Virginia, but I really like this application. Seemed to be pretty popular at the show. Classic black base with a nice layering of Raku frit. Lots of tiny dots of colors - blue, purple, taupe, green. And a little circle impression on the surface of the focal for added interest.

I Love Boro

2010-10-23T22:29:00.001-07:00

Not the quality picture I would've liked, but this was shot at one of the shows in Virginia. A new square shape for me, in boro. Don't cha' just love these colors?

Summer's Butterflies

2010-08-30T09:31:00.000-07:00

A nice little cluster - can't get away from them, they're too pretty. The last of the summer butterflies … pretty.

Just for my Friends in Vermont - Mooooo

2010-08-30T09:26:00.001-07:00

A customer actually gave me the idea for this piece. It's pretty cute, right?

Etched Brass - LOVE IT !

2010-08-30T09:20:00.000-07:00

I LOVE this process. A transfer of an image is etched on another surface, in these cases, little brass plates. They are so darn cute … can't wait to make more!

Water Lily

2010-08-30T09:18:00.000-07:00

This was my attempt at a water lily. I really like all the different beads mixed together - a 'Summer Cluster'.

End of Day Bead

2010-08-30T09:13:00.001-07:00

This focal was made by melting all the bits and pieces left on the table, made by working a day at the torch.

Chainmaille Tree

2010-05-28T10:12:00.001-07:00

This is my most favorite piece for this blog posting. Pulling from recent chainmaille, this is the design that developed. Slightly different tree design, VERY different mounting for said tree. I just Loooooove this piece. It's so comfortable to wear, and something you won't see anywhere else (I'll bet).

Cows - Udderly Cute ! (sorry)

2010-05-28T10:09:00.000-07:00

Sorry, couldn't resist. Our youngest son is coming from Vermont for his summer visit. That's what inspired this bead. Vermont, … Cow … get it?

Beach Blues

2010-05-28T10:06:00.001-07:00

Beautiful beachy blue seed beads, slightly etched for a soft brushed finish. Sterling dangle w/Swarovski crystals, my beads, and a pretty semi-precious carved leaf. Perfect for that summer trip. This necklace is lo - o - o - ng.

Triple Boro Bead Necklace

2010-05-28T10:00:00.000-07:00

A pretty little boro necklace, double chain, 3 boro beads. Simple. Classic.

Pewter Leaf Toggle Boro Bracelet

2010-05-28T09:57:00.000-07:00

A new pewter leaf toggle was used to close this boro bracelet. It's really unique, have only one more just like it. Oh, the bracelet's pretty too

April Abstract

2010-04-28T22:16:00.000-07:00

Thought I'd give some popular abstract glass techniques a try and this is what happened. Different for sure. Using glass murinni on the surface of this large bead made the total number of layers 7 or 8 - I'm not sure exactly, my eyes started to glaze over after the 4th or 5th.

My Mothers Silver

2010-04-28T21:57:00.000-07:00

In the bottom of an old box I discovered a few pieces of silver my mother had accidentally chewed up in the disposal - something I think she is still denying. Altho not an original idea of mine, thought I'd try my hand at cutting up the mangled mess and using the prettiest pieces. This one's mine to keep, I just love it.

Gretchen's Joy

2010-04-28T15:54:00.000-07:00

Our youngest son's very significant other admired a picture of a turquoise piece I'd made recently. She has such a great inner joy and always a pretty smile on her face that this piece is a direct inspiration from Gretchen. Thanks Gretchen, it's really a pretty piece - another one of a kind just like you. This piece will be around only until someone just can't live without it - that is unless I decide to put it away and save it for someone else . . .

Fishing for a Mother's Day Gift?

2010-04-28T15:50:00.001-07:00

Can ya' see it? Huh? Can you see the 'fish'? This was an attempt to make something that might appeal to a few Christians out there, or maybe just someone who sees some pretty beads framed by some silver wire. Personally, I was going for the fish - but you know what they say about it's all in the eyes of the beholder . . .

Cutie Pie Teddy Bear

2010-04-03T07:38:00.000-07:00

This little cutie pie is ready for the bear collector, the new mother or any person who just can't resist his precious charm. I made these little bears quite some time ago and had forgotten about them. But my niece's youngest daughter has one hanging in her bedroom window with a crystal beneath the bead so she has rainbows in her room on sunny days. She told me "Mommie said not to touch it 'cause it's so beautiful". So sweet.

Tree of Life

2010-04-03T07:36:00.000-07:00

This is not a new design, but a few new techniques and new color combo's done on this one. I really like the way it turned out.

OOPS . . . .

2010-03-25T14:56:00.001-07:00

So, frit is tiny bits of colored glass that is used to make pretty beads. Yesterday I dumped a mixed up bit of frit into the jar with some silvered frit (sort of), anyway, I used the mixed up and made some really pretty beads to match some of the left over turquoise beads used in the earlier necklace & earrings. I think they turned out pretty good. Out of lemons . . . .

Oh wow, oh WOW!

2010-03-21T11:44:00.001-07:00

Absolutely LU-UH-OVE the colors in this piece, and the picture STILL doesn't capture the glow of these boro beads. Earrings and matching necklace, but you'll have to see me at a show to see this set together - an original design being protected till my next show. Or maybe not - they might just end up in my own personal stash . . .

Suitable for Stamping . . .

2010-03-21T11:41:00.000-07:00

Cute little piece, suitable for stamping 4 maybe 5 letters, depending on what they are. This piece was quite popular last year, don't think it ever made it to the blog tho. So . . . here it is!

I See The Moon And The Moon Sees Me

2010-03-20T12:17:00.000-07:00

One of our nieces posted this little saying on Facebook recently, and although it's not really a new saying, it gave me a new idea. I reeeally like how it turned out and just might be the perfect thing for our granddaughter's 13th birthday in a couple of weeks.

New Keys for Spring

2010-03-20T12:14:00.000-07:00

New keys for springtime, and they are so cute! Each has a little heart with a flower, and this one has an extra dangle of crystals. As you wear it, each dangle moves and creates a new look - something special for your special girl - girlfriend, daughter, wife, or yourself!

Cute Key for the One You Love

2010-03-20T12:11:00.000-07:00

A pretty scrolled key with a pink heart. Perfect for the one you love. The base of the key even has 'Love' spelled out. Really pretty and really sweet.

2010-02-06T08:17:00.000-08:00

I used to make these beads all the time, named 'em 'Twisted Sister' - makes a pretty good ring too . . .

Amazon Bronze

2010-02-05T09:26:00.001-08:00

I changed my mind = THIS one is the one I'll probably have to wear a few times just to see if everything's okay. This color combo kind of surprised me - very pleasantly surprised. Lots of silver on this one too. Really pretty, and very easy to wear . . . with ANYthing.

Purple Urple Rides Again

2010-02-03T14:38:00.001-08:00

Boro beads ride again - this time with Purple Urple. Don't cha just love that name? No mistaking the colors here - the prettiest of purples and blues blend to make this really eye-catching piece. Loads of silver to set it off. I might have to test drive this one a bit - just to make sure everything's up to snuff, of course.

Just in Time for Valentine's Day

2010-01-25T19:08:00.000-08:00

Just in time for Valentine's Day Sterling hearts and really pretty beads! The tiny silver bead caps have little stars and moons on them. Hearts & stars and moons - oh my!

And the second picture shows a large sterling heart ready for that special message to be stamped on the surface. A pretty blue/green boro bead and a Swarovski crystal on top. Preeeety!

Newly Hatched

2010-01-08T16:31:00.001-08:00

A fairly simple piece but I really like the way it turned out. Had a special order for a baby owl, and this is what hatched this afternoon.

"Triton"

2010-01-08T07:48:00.001-08:00

This set was requested by my son as a prize, or award to be given at a local art contest. Does that make this . . . . . an award winning set?? heeheehee - sorry. I love the reaction of the silvered Triton used in the surface scroll decoration with the ivory glass in the base bead.

Newest Metal Magic

2010-01-02T06:44:00.000-08:00

Getting back into the swing of metal work with this ring. A little faceted ruby is up front and center, but my love of this ring is the wire work. It's actually an easy design that yields an impressive result. Think I'll go make some more.

Blue Moon

2010-01-02T06:36:00.001-08:00

The end of December '09 had it's second solar eclipse of the month - which is called a "Blue Moon". Since this rarely happens, that's where the saying "Once in a blue moon" comes from. In honor of that, here's my interpretation of "Blue Moon". A heavy sterling full moon with the 'blue moon' bead right in the center.

Newest Chainmail Ring

2009-12-23T08:17:00.000-08:00

Pictured here is my latest efforts with Chainmail. This ring is so easy and comfortable to wear. Obviously very flexible - so it squishes to fit over that larger knuckle easily. Not the easiest to make tho, a little intense in that department. But the results were WELL worth the extra effort. Think I'll make some more!

Animal Lovers - UNITE !

2009-12-21T08:15:00.001-08:00

Love this! Our oldest daughter works for a Vet and is a dedicated dog lover, as am I, so I came up with this idea for her birthday/Christmas present. Sorry Teri, for combining the two this year. . . Annnyhoo - I love it too! Of course the little paw prints come in different colors, and there's "Cat Mom" also, for all the cat lovers out there. But I'm seeing many possibilities for this down the road. The sterling disk is hand cut, stamped & shaped made by me, and makes this really cute idea fun and totally unique.

2009 Christmas Show

2009-12-07T12:34:00.001-08:00

This is what our space looked like at the Southern Christmas Show this year. I forgot to make sure our third place ribbon showed up in this shot, but that ribbon was a very pleasant surprise. I think the booth design and display looked great, and since we got a corner space this time, there was room for everything right up front. Our best show ever, ever! Thanks so much everyone.

Back to the Beach Beads

2009-12-07T12:26:00.000-08:00

Just can't get away from the ocean theme when making beads. This is a simpler version than my first design of a starfish. And this one is wire wrapped into a silver 'frame' just for that added punch. Makes me think of the beach - and the warm, warm sun - 'cause it is c-o-l-d here now!

Oooo-Baby!

2009-12-07T12:16:00.000-08:00

I LOVE this little pendant. Three beads - gradually getting smaller, all with little crystals and silver about. This one is a lovely shade of pink, amber and purple frit melted onto the surface of each bead. I've made them in lots of different color choices. Looks great casual, or with a fancier plunging neckline. Ooo-baby!

Fine Silver & Boro Set

2009-12-07T10:14:00.000-08:00

This is a beautiful boro set using some fine silver, and original in concept and design. It's sooooo much prettier than the picture can capture. Oh so sparkly with huge crystals, and fine silver that will never tarnish. Awesome.

Cluster for 2009

2009-12-07T10:06:00.001-08:00

I love this color combination. A pretty bluish shade that gradually gets darker as it nears the edges, done on ivory. A very popular cluster combination this year.

New Shape for Earrings

2009-08-31T17:53:00.001-07:00

Have a brand new shape for earrings - crystal. They look awesome as earrings, and I can't wait to try them in a bracelet. Tiger pattern on the left and an etched turquoise pair on the right. Nice.

Fun Pendant

2009-07-28T21:22:00.001-07:00

This is a fun little piece. A pretty, multicolored leaf, a little flower and a matching bead, all clustered together on a sterling chain. Representing my love for the outdoors - and you won't see this one on the show tables 'cause it's mine. Maybe I'll make some more, this one's a favorite I could share . . . .

Creatively out there . . . . hopefully

2009-07-28T10:27:00.001-07:00

A big fat ole boro bead - can't tell you how much fun I'm having playing with this glass. Double dipped and sprinkled with frit, an amazing square bead cap and sparkling Swarovski round out this pendant to be a striking one of a kind piece. Hope you get to see it . . . . 'cause this one just might not ever make it to the show table - looks like a keeper to me!

Pink Lemonade

2009-07-28T10:24:00.001-07:00

What cools you better than pink lemonade!!? The colors in these beads are really fantastic, they don't sparkle in the picture nearly as much as they do in real life. Pink lemonade - best thing for a hot hot summer!

Two more bracelets

2009-07-28T10:21:00.001-07:00

Two more boro bacelets that turned out really well. Gearing up for the summer/fall shows so there's lots of new stuff. Happy with the colors that are now showing up using this fast becoming my favorite glass. Keep checking back for new stuff!

Boro Beauties

2009-07-19T20:43:00.000-07:00

This second bracelet turned out so much more sparkly than it comes across in the picture. Lots of crystals - lots of blues, a little blue/green and smoky beige - but prettier than that sounds. The first picture is a bracelet made using different color boro beads. I LOVE the colors, they just pop - verrrry different!

New twist on Shards !

2009-07-02T21:40:00.001-07:00

Glass shards are made by making a large hollow bead - some as large as a Christmas Ball - decorating them, layering them with dots or silver, then breaking them ! Ouch! The shards are then added to the surface of a bead. Trying to be creative, and come up with something new, I found some glass I'd had for awhile, had no clue if it was compatable with any other glass I had, so I added some shards to the surface, left them raised, and popped the bead in the kiln. Ta Daaaaa - out came this beautiful bead. A new technique added - hope you like.

Happy Fourth of July Everybody !

2009-06-10T17:13:00.000-07:00

Here's a great special order bracelet that came together today. Pardon the glare from the lights, but I think it turned out pretty well - Just in time for the Fourth of July. I'd wear it any time, how 'bout you?

Beautiful Change A Bead Ring

2009-06-10T07:28:00.000-07:00

Brand new ring for this summer and it is absolutely gorgeous! And it's changeable too - what more could you ask? Beautiful sterling silver design, right down to the tiny little screw on the side. All you need do to change the bead is use a little screwdriver (like the one used with glasses) to loosen the screw on the side, and the sterling rod that goes through the bead comes out, put on another bead and VOILA! - you may have a different ring for every day of the week . . . that is if you have enough beads. And they're always available from Grammy Glass. This particular bead is made using my favorite color boro glass 'Blue Moon'.

Hummingbird Pendant

2009-04-28T12:28:00.001-07:00

Excited about this new piece - right before hummingbird time! Filling the wild bird feeders last week, I wondered when was the proper time to fill the hummingbird feeders with sugar water. . . . which got me to thinking about something I could do with some hummingbird pieces I'd ordered last year and never found the inspiration to use. Voila! - inspiration. Amazing what spending time outside can do. I think this little birdie is going up on my etsy account today. If you like, I can always make more, or you may visit the etsy account: etsy.com and check under my seller name: Grammy Glass. Thanks!

New Hand Stamped Rings With Hand Made Beads!

2009-04-21T12:51:00.000-07:00

More new rings with stamped messages on the sterling bands. Each one is different - the dragonfly has "Earth First", the tiger bead has "Fierce", the one in the back right has "Get Over It". Another has "Plays With Fire", and "FOCUS" . . . Will definitely be making more of these.

Newest Metal Work - Copper

2009-03-29T10:50:00.001-07:00

So excited to finally get this out of my head and into the world. My own bead caps. These are bright and shiney copper - a really nice combination with the silver. Had to practice on the copper before jumping into making my own sterling bead caps, but I really like the two-tone look. Still experimenting with the stamping on the surface, trying everything right now. Thanks to my darling husband (DH) for his help in these. It takes four hands to cut out the disc so I couldn't do it without him. Check out more later. It'll be awhile before I update again - have lots of shows coming up. But check back in a couple of months to see what else is new. Thanks.

Boro & Byzantine

2009-03-29T10:34:00.001-07:00

This one's a stunner. Boro glass coupled with a Byzantine chain - Awsome! The Byzantine link is nice and thick and shiney. The boro glass bead is clear encased and 'melon' shaped, a really nice color and design combination. This two piece set is a one-of-a-kind design, 'cause I don't have any more jump rings and it'll be awhile before I re-order any! Don't think this one will be around too long once my Spring shows get started.

Cupcake Anyone?

2009-03-29T10:29:00.001-07:00

Who doesn't like sweets? My sweet tooth gets out of hand every now and then. That's how the idea for this pendant originated. The "No" charm dangle beneath the cupcake is hopefully a gentle reminder of what and what ISN'T permitted. Not sure if it'll do any good where my sweet tooth is concerned, but it sounded good at the time. This application is also available with cake too - my personal favorite!

Heeeeeere's Joey !

2009-03-26T13:52:00.001-07:00

Here's Joey - cute, huh? Our oldest dog, Joey is 14 this year, and he's still the man! Of course the other two four-legged hooligans don't think so, but he'll always be top dog as far as we're concerned. Bright orange and yellow base bead. Light and fluffy white hair all over his body. Two little blue flowers on either side. On the back the ever present "Woof" which Joey does - an ear piercing version - every morning at 7 and every evening at 6 just to let me know it's time to EAT!

Here Kitty, Kitty !

2009-03-26T13:48:00.001-07:00

Here's a really cute little kitty, up to no good by the look on his face. Bright turquoise blues on the base bead, coral flowers on both sides and a heart on the bottom for all you cat lovers out there. On the reverse side of the bead is written "Meow". Just like the dog bead has "Woof" on the back. Had a picture of it around here somewhere, but I had a senior moment and it strangely disappeared! Unfortunately, that happens more and more often. Hope you like this sweet little kitty. Several different color choices are available in the kitty.

Earrings - Earrings - Earrings

2009-03-26T13:35:00.000-07:00

Take your pick ! I'll make more. Lots and lots of earrings for spring - or any time of year. All different, all sterling and Swarovski.

Boro Disc Necklace

2009-03-26T13:31:00.001-07:00

Really pretty, and unusual, necklace made using my favorite color of boro glass - Blue Moon. Such a shiny fun piece. Matching earrings are somewhere - sorry.

Hot Stuff !

2009-03-26T13:29:00.001-07:00

Beautiful deep red boro make up the beads in this necklace. I wish the camera could catch the glow in each bead. Much better in person than in picture.

Sterling Dragonfly

2009-03-26T13:26:00.001-07:00

Have made a few of these recently, but couldn't get a picture taken before they sell -which is a good thing, I guess. Very unique - the beads are always different. Thanks to my friend Nikki for the introduction to her wire wrapping - this is my twist on the lesson. Very comfortable to wear.

You Are "FIERCE" !

2009-03-26T13:23:00.000-07:00

A new twist to the ever popular "Cluster" pendants. This one has "Fierce" stamped on the sterling circle - on both sides. Really think this one will be well received - hope you like it.

Boro Frit and Flowers

2009-03-26T13:21:00.000-07:00

Absolutely beautiful colors in this boro pendant. Blue Moon glass, frit and clear raised flower petals make this a stunning piece. I may have to keep this one for myself.

More Spring Flowers

2009-03-26T13:19:00.001-07:00

This years version of my old stand by purple flowers (purple rocks!). I love the way the ivory on the base beads creates tiny threads of color. A really pretty pendant on a sterling silver chain with a built-in 3" extender.

Trilliam

2009-03-26T13:16:00.001-07:00

The spring flowers are trying their hardest to bloom, if the cold winter air would just go away it would make it so much easier. This is my effort to hurry spring - a beautiful Trillium blooming just in time.