Notes

New Retail Venue

Carol — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:39:56 +0000

My jewelry is now on display at Artists on the Avenue, a new art and craft gallery in Hyattsville, MD. This area is called the Hyattsville Arts District after being redeveloped from a run-down thoroughfare dotted with used auto lots into a classy, hip and very affordable town center with art galleries, bookstores and cafe's. The owner of Artists on the Avenue, Tina van Pelt, is a fused glass artist. At the grand opening celebration last week, she offered visitors a chance to make a fused glass pendant for free. Of course, I couldn't pass that up, and created a lovely pendant complete with a bird and maple leaf. Now I can add fused glass to my list of glass art attempts, along with my blown glass paperweight and stained glass projects. Next is lampworking, but I'm not sure I want to go down that path. I might never come back to beadweaving !

Beadweaving Classes at New Occoquan, VA Bead Store !

Carol — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 02:20:14 +0000

Recently, I decided to leave the Artists' Undertaking Gallery in Occoquan, VA, where I had been a member for the past four years. I plan to focus on putting more of my beadwork and other fiber artwork in the Potomac Craftsmen Fiber Gallery in the Torpedo Factory Art Center. Just as I was planning to leave Occoquan, a new bead store called Off the Beading Path opened and the owner contacted me about teaching there. I am happy to retain my Occoquan connections as it is a delightful little town with some wonderful people and stores to visit. So, here are my upcoming classes !

Saturday, August 23rd from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm: Spiral Rope Bracelet and Earrings Set

Sunday, September 7th from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm: Glass Gem Ring

Saturday, September 20th from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm: Three Earring Designs with Delica Beads

All the materials are available in the store with a friendly 10% discount on purchases for class participants. My kits will also be available for $20 each.

New Technique: Viking Knit

Carol — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 01:31:30 +0000

Recently, I added a new technique to enhance my beadweaving. The technique is "viking knit" which is the precursor to knitting as we know it today. I use sterling silver wire to create bracelets and necklaces, and this month, I am a featured artist at Artists' Undertaking Gallery . I am sharing that honor with colleague, Barbara Henris who works in oils and acrylics. Our new exhibit is entitled "New Directions."

New Arrowhead Pendant Necklace

Carol — Tue, 20 May 2008 04:18:16 +0000

Recently I've been going overboard with the triangle shapes since learning how to make them a couple months ago. I created this pendant which reminds me of an arrowhead. It uses two shades of green Myuki Delica beads.The necklace is a black braided cable choker.

My Lovely Beads Newsletter

Carol — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 01:43:44 +0000

My friend and fellow beader, Zoya Gutina, has featured me this month in her wonderful newsletter. Click here to read it, then make sure to visit her website to see her fabulous beaded creations.

Beadweaving Classes

Carol — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 17:49:57 +0000

My next beadweaving class held at Beads on Parade is scheduled for:

Sat. April 26 from 3:00 pm-5:30 pm: Herrringbone Ribbon Bracelet Set

Fee for each class is $35.00 and all materials can be purchased from the store. Stop by to see examples of the projects and pick out your beads. For more info, visit the classes page on their website: Beads on Parade or contact us.

The store info is:
Beads on Parade
248 Warrenton Rd.
Fredericksburg, VA 22045
Phone (540) 372-9919
Website http://beadparade.com
Hours M-Sa 10-6, Su 12-6

Metropolis Bracelet

Carol — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 18:03:09 +0000

Another new herringbone bracelet using Delica beads. Art deco skyscrapers come to mind with this pattern which I had fun designing. I use four beads each time which gives a slightly different look to the herringbone stitch, but I'm enjoying it because it works up much more quickly.

New bracelet: "Limelight"

Carol — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 17:26:06 +0000

After collecting a variety of lime green beads, I used them to created my newewst bracelet entitled "Limelight." It features herringbone stitch with Czech seed beads, hex beads and matte finish gold Delicas.

New Herringbone Bracelet "Riverbed"

Carol — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 04:06:28 +0000

Time to introduce the newest bracelet in my beadweaving collection, entitled "Riverbed." I used herringbone stitch with tiny copper charlottes and fringe beads in between the stitches.

Etsy Beadweavers January Challenge

Carol — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 22:11:21 +0000

It's voting time for the Etsy Beadweavers latest challenge. This month we are "seeing red" and as you can see, everyone has used red as a primary design element. Go to the Etsy Beadweavers blog and cast your vote for your favorite. Besides jewelry, you will also find sculptural pieces and accessories. The decision is definitely a challenge this month. Have fun !