tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19979391034712854602023-11-16T09:21:00.732-07:00 Fairies Market fairiesmarkethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03774395515817624732noreply@blogger.comBlogger126125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1997939103471285460.post-16206194255707625682022-04-04T10:45:00.007-06:002022-04-06T01:33:29.540-06:00Virtual Classes Make Learning EasyAre you familiar with <a href="https://www.thegreatbeadextravaganza.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ff00fe;">The Great Bead Extravaganza</span></a>? Well if you are interested in <span style="color: #cc0000;">FREE </span><span style="color: #674ea7;">virtual classes</span> by some of the best designers in DIY jewelry making, then mark your calendar for the weekend of <span style="color: #cc0000;">April 8th-9th!</span> <div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgobm2XfEZvxT2MN3bOir8qGO--GEXwYcnBoLF20RKNn8Lzlbrti_j_Z3Jucayadyrxb6nbwo7ruqrlxRdjlW0MIAJxOnuqVoHpamTAeRiaJXiPGJp3pKl7EzZLNGToY061dXLEeZFq_xQyE3OYtnclbtPJcM4preL6C2VMQ5ikhCavfNxmCdOv5NEI/s3928/IMG-3824.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3017" data-original-width="3928" height="246" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgobm2XfEZvxT2MN3bOir8qGO--GEXwYcnBoLF20RKNn8Lzlbrti_j_Z3Jucayadyrxb6nbwo7ruqrlxRdjlW0MIAJxOnuqVoHpamTAeRiaJXiPGJp3pKl7EzZLNGToY061dXLEeZFq_xQyE3OYtnclbtPJcM4preL6C2VMQ5ikhCavfNxmCdOv5NEI/w320-h246/IMG-3824.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div>I've attended a few of the events and I really enjoy the variety of ideas offered. I learn something new and interesting every time I tune-in. Most recently I've been focusing on REALLY using my stash in some of the designs that this talented group share during the event and on their websites. </div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.thegreatbeadextravaganza.com/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img data-original-height="1564" data-original-width="5001" height="125" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiKeqqShb8jYJgp3oyj6uiUA4eX2RljRw4ffNff9MQZp8wxg1iu6nt4cQuAv3JzEIumvDvKA864Vkaec3pE24QT_GaSjDHYplPPkiNNMQ7u66Ze8z3zc9sivWDgnRdqBxlB-tz1_nrBNbEuGcHmrR12Gs6lrGaa6dnLUndAIocQsO4t4GzIaEnyE9YH=w400-h125" title="https://www.thegreatbeadextravaganza.com/" width="400" /></a></div><div><br /></div>Together this group offers a wonderful compilation of artwork, design ideas and talent. They encourage individuality and creativity while providing fun classes in an action packed weekend of learning. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAjRPkA-dLOIOW-28EY1A0h2zKJhE-DS-y_PqmTAIN1WbMoJCNe-8yCH5byz0liLqMNVVY2nG8x63Zp5ZMeGLSh1GqHXDZehbHscnHxXVdraVnPa-HcwePdATrHjrS5pElvGYFaGe6FpKqxAqRFeJ5Ybf4zQ98Sm6-Zudoxn-wL2nrtZxJ2ElRB1aL/s3338/IMG_3842.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Bollywood Bracelets" border="0" data-original-height="2518" data-original-width="3338" height="302" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAjRPkA-dLOIOW-28EY1A0h2zKJhE-DS-y_PqmTAIN1WbMoJCNe-8yCH5byz0liLqMNVVY2nG8x63Zp5ZMeGLSh1GqHXDZehbHscnHxXVdraVnPa-HcwePdATrHjrS5pElvGYFaGe6FpKqxAqRFeJ5Ybf4zQ98Sm6-Zudoxn-wL2nrtZxJ2ElRB1aL/w400-h302/IMG_3842.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Bollywood Bracelets</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>That being said, it's always fun watching the experts use strands of beads, spools of wire, cubes of clay, jewelry findings and other interesting objects to create bangles, earrings, necklaces and fun trinkets. They knit with wire, weave with cord and create all kinds of cool stuff. You can easily find what you need on their websites and many offer kits on the projects they will showcase during TGBE. This is great if you wish to participate in the FaceBook live class. </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Tune into the EXTRAVAGANZA to find discounts and tutorials. So find a comfy spot, grab your favorite beverage and spend some time visiting websites, FaceBook pages and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/TheGreatBeadExtravaganza" target="_blank">YouTube</a> channels, you'll be glad you did!</div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #45818e;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: chalkboard;"><span style="color: #45818e; font-size: medium;">Keep Creating,</span></span></div><div style="font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: chalkboard;"><span style="color: #45818e; font-size: medium;">Karen</span></span></div></div>fairiesmarkethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03774395515817624732noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1997939103471285460.post-6705599364900021552017-04-20T20:41:00.000-06:002017-04-20T20:54:45.440-06:00Glorieta Glassworks<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 11.0pt;">About a
year ago I started taking lampwork bead making classes with<span style="color: #a64d79;"> <a href="https://julie-defeo.squarespace.com/" target="_blank">Julie DeFeo</a>.</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>She’s an amazing artist living and working in
Santa Fe, NM.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Soon after Julie met Linda
Sweeney who was in the midst, of opening a glass studio.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Shortly thereafter <a href="https://linda-sweeney-6m6h.squarespace.com/" target="_blank">Glorieta Glassworks</a> was
born.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 11.0pt;">As with
any studio, it must inspire creativity.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Glorieta Glassworks does just that, the studio is nestled in the Sangre
de Cristo Mountains east of Santa Fe.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>The integration of nature causes an immediate creative spark.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The modern, spacious work space and the
breathtaking landscape will wow you, just like it did me.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The studio is the site of invention and a
creative space where functionality is equally important.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Linda Sweeney & Julie DeFeo</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 11.0pt;">The
studio is equipped with 12 work stations which include torches, an elaborate
ventilation system, many choices in glass (COE 104), kilns, books, tools, glass
beads and of course Linda’s knowledge.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There
are also two pretty pups on the property; Cinnamon and Sage. Be sure you visit <a href="https://linda-sweeney-6m6h.squarespace.com/classes-and-rentals-1/" target="_blank">Linda's website</a> to see pictures of what the studio looks like today.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 11pt;">I must mention
that Linda is a stickler for safety.</span><span style="font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 11pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 11pt;">She
explains the importance of respecting your work environment and getting to know
your equipment.</span><span style="font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 11pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 11pt;">Which makes sense, we
are playing with fire!</span><span style="font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 11pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 11pt;">So, when you
visit the studio know that safety is something that Linda emphasizes in her
teachings.</span><span style="font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 11pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 11pt;">Personally I love this
because it’s allowed me to gain a sense of comfort, which of course allows the
creative process to flow…..just like the glass!</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A picture of the studio before the NEW stations were added<span style="font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 11pt;"> </span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 11.0pt;"><a href="https://linda-sweeney-6m6h.squarespace.com/" target="_blank">Glorieta Glassworks</a> is modern, full of light and well equipped.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Linda is always willing to share techniques
and insight from her 15+ years of training at various studios in Arizona and across the U.S.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>She’s taken classes from many of the <i>Who's Who</i> in
the glass world.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 11.0pt;">You will
almost always find her at the torch practicing her lampworking techniques.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This woman is amazing!!!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana";"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Housed
next to the studio is what I call </span></span><i style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: 11pt;"><a href="https://linda-sweeney-6m6h.squarespace.com/the-sweeney-collection/" target="_blank">Linda’s Special Collection</a> </i><span style="font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 11pt;">aka the </span><span style="font-family: "verdana";"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><a href="https://linda-sweeney-6m6h.squarespace.com/the-linda-l-sweeney-collection/bq8svbpeciq58dxw9bpy91a535oyzb" target="_blank">Sweeney </a></span><span style="font-size: 14.666666984558105px;"><a href="https://linda-sweeney-6m6h.squarespace.com/the-linda-l-sweeney-collection/bq8svbpeciq58dxw9bpy91a535oyzb" target="_blank">Collection</a></span><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> which is home to Linda’s
stunning medley of glass beads.</span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 11pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: "verdana";"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">This
collection is a work of art in and of itself.</span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 11pt;">
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Julie DeFeo at Glorieta Glassworks</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana"; font-size: 11.0pt;">When
you’re in New Mexico, visit <a href="https://linda-sweeney-6m6h.squarespace.com/" target="_blank">Glorieta Glassworks</a>, you will be wowed by the
interesting use of space and the amazing collection of glass beads on display
in the museum.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For information on
classes, workshops or to stop by the Glass Museum contact Linda at
<a href="http://glorietaglassworks.com/">glorietaglassworks.com</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Jade has existed for more than a million years and has been given high regard for generations. Well known to almost all, this durable, tough but beautiful gemstone is part of the colorful history of the Chinese. Since its discovery, a jade’s value has continued to evolve in modern times, often times rivaling that of a diamond. </span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Unknown to many,
Jade is actually a generic term for two different minerals - nephrite and
jadeite. Modern gemologists use the word “jade” as a generic term for both
nephrite and jadeite. These two minerals are distinctly different, but
their physical compositions are so similar, only an expert using high quality
equipment can distinguish one from the other.
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; white-space: pre-wrap;">As you progress in designing and translating your visions into physical jewelry, I know for sure that you’ll be looking for more one-of-a-kind beads that’ll make your jewelry far more unique! I’ve been there myself. At some point, you may feel limited with the choices offered by mainstream bead suppliers and that’s ok. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; white-space: pre-wrap;">Scouring for new materials signals a new phase that challenges yourself with newer designs that speak to your own aesthetics. For some, making their own beads become an art of its own apart from the main construction of jewelry. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #252525; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Clay has been used to create vessels, beads, tools and other ceramic items dating back to the Mycenaean age. Clay artifacts</span></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> are among the most common found at an archaeological site. </span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #252525; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Ceramics now include domestic, industrial and building products, as well as a wide range of </span><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ceramic_art" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0b0080; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">ceramic art</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #252525; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. My favorite being ART beads and components. These handmade items add a special flare to jewelry designs. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #252525; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The artists listed below are masters in their craft and a few of my favorite bead artists. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; white-space: pre-wrap;">I admire their dedication, talent and skill in ceramic bead making. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">“</span><span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">My raku forms represent a merger of ancient form and technique with the most contemporary of ideas. Through the years, my works have taken many directions, but in retrospect, a path can be retraced to my beginnings with clay. These works developed through a process of elimination, casting off any excesses in decoration or design, yet incorporating everything I know about the clay.” </span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Gaea is a talented artist who creates many things but ceramic beads have been in her shop for years. Her whimsical style and love of nature make these creations irresistible. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The turquoise blue and cranberry round beads in this design were made by <a href="http://gaea.indiemade.com/content/welcome" target="_blank">Gaea</a>. I paired them with a beautiful polymer clay bird by <a href="https://www.humblebeads.com/" target="_blank">Heather Powers of Humblebeads</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica neue" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">Melissa Gabelle describes her work as <i>"q</i></span><span style="background-color: white;"><i style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">uirky functional ware inspired by 1950’s science fiction. </i><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica neue" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;">If you wan to design a jewelry piece with a whimsical touch then <a href="http://www.theclayhen.com.au/" target="_blank">The Clay Hen</a> is the shop for you. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Are you looking for what's trending in fashion RIGHT NOW? Do you need a little inspiration for your next jewelry design? I have a long list of blogs & websites that I visit about once a month. These sites are each very different, some are about vintage jewelry & timeless pieces, while others are about modern fashion accessories. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The list is not in any specific order. This list includes what inspires me NOW~ videos, pictures, articles and links to other amazing sites. I hope you find something that dazzles you & kicks your creativity into action.</span><br />
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fairiesmarkethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03774395515817624732noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1997939103471285460.post-27438724469688521442017-02-22T14:27:00.000-07:002017-03-05T23:42:38.316-07:00A Prize from Artisticaos~ABS Challenge<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Last April I was one of the lucky winners of the <a href="http://artbeadscene.blogspot.com/2016/05/april-monthly-challenge-winners.html" target="_blank">Art Bead Scene challenge</a>. My prize (drum roll) was a bead bundle ($50 value) from <a href="http://www.artisticaos.com/welcome.html" target="_blank">Terri Del Signore</a>!!! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Well I'm sure you can relate when I say that beads go into my stash but very few make it out!!! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">My love of ART BEADS comes from my sincere appreciation for the time, attention and creativeness that artisans take when they create beautiful things for others to enjoy. You can really see that in Terri's work. Her ceramic beads are well made and come in a wide variety of shapes, colors and sizes. She incorporates her love of nature into her designs, which I like. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Well these pretties just jumped out at me the other day so, I couldn't keep them a hidden treasure any longer. I got ahold of my my <a href="http://www.wubbers.com/looping.php" target="_blank">Wubbers looping pliers</a> and sat down to work on my design. I knew that I wanted to add these colorful beads to a bright shiny piece of silver chain because I like necklaces that I can drape over my head-no clasp needed. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I was fired up so I thought that a nice enameled component would add to the positive space within the design. After checking my work/design I decided that a large pendant would work well for the length of chain that I was using. I found a large copper dragonfly component in my stash (surprise, surprise). I layered several coats of </span><a href="http://rangerink.com/?product=vintaj-patinas-2" style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Vintage Patinas by Ranger Ink</a><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> on the dragonfly, sanded it between coats and then polished it with a jewelers cloth. </span><br />
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fairiesmarkethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03774395515817624732noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1997939103471285460.post-91504762320924805182016-11-27T20:47:00.000-07:002016-11-27T20:47:10.485-07:00Pillow Top & A Book Review<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Hi friends! I hope you had a great Thanksgiving holiday weekend. I had an absolutely wonderful week & weekend with family & friends. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I took some time to gather a book, a sewing machine and some colorful fabric. </span><a href="http://alamodefabric.blogspot.com/" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Pillow Pop by Heather Bostic</a><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> is a nice collection of pillow patterns from various contributors. Let me just say that I am a novice sewer hoping to improve my skills so I think this book is a great start. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I chose fabric from the Block Party Squares by <a href="http://www.piecesfrommyheart.net/" target="_blank">Sandy Gervais</a> for Moda. I fell in love with this colorful bundle and have had it in my stash for some time. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I encourage you to draw inspiration from the beautiful colors you see in nature. For me these warm colors remind me of the unique gemstone Jasper. You can find Jasper stones in a <span style="background-color: white; color: #333333;">variety of colors including black, red, yellow, blue, cream, brown & green. </span></span><span style="font-family: '"helvetica neue"', '"arial"', '"helvetica"', sans-serif;">Rock collectors say that Jasper's unique colors make it irresistible. </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue", "arial", "helvetica", sans-serif;">There are many different kinds of jasper; picture jasper, ocean jasper, bumblebee jasper, mookaite jasper, dalmatian jasper to name a few. Jasper is found in many parts of the world. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Take a look at the Bruneau Jasper bead pictured above, Bruneau Jasper comes from Bruneau Canyon in Idaho. Much of this stone comes in brown with a milky cream color running through the stone. </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I’d say, the irregularity of this stone's color will make for a unique jewelry piece, what do you think?. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I thought I'd share some beautiful jewelry designs that include jasper beads. Here are some wonderful <i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/fairiesmarket/" target="_blank">Pins</a></i> featuring handmade jewelry items created by talented artisans on Etsy! </span><br />
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fairiesmarkethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03774395515817624732noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1997939103471285460.post-73132331404112680902016-09-22T20:47:00.001-06:002016-09-22T20:47:47.930-06:00Fall Color Choices<span id="docs-internal-guid-a6113414-54e7-f9b6-3f5b-bee1d0ea2a1f"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Industry leaders and experts joined together and agreed that for </span><a href="http://www.pantone.com/fashion-color-report-fall-2016#hero" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Fall 2016</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, the Blue Family is on top of the list. You might very well know by now that </span><a href="http://www.pantone.com/color-of-the-year-2016" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pantone</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> announced two colors for the first time as the color of the year. These colors include rose quartz and serenity, both demonstrating this year’s theme that is all about balance and well being. While rose quartz was the start for Spring and Summer, serenity and it’s blue relatives are the heroes of this season. </span></div>
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<a href="http://www.pantone.com/fashion-color-report-fall-2016#airy-blue" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Image Courtesy of Pantone- Fashion Color Report 2016</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Honestly, I love the overall theme of this year’s Pantone, harmony. The inspiration comes from the impending call for a conscious lifestyle and the search for an antidote to alleviate us from the daily stress of a fast paced modern and technological world. The color Blue in particular represents </span><a href="http://www.pantone.com/fashion-color-report-fall-2016#intro" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">“tranquility, strength and optimism.”</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Moreover, according to the color experts, the Blue Family draws a feeling of peace and constancy bringing a sense of connectedness when individuals are exposed to this color. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Although, the shades of red, spicy mustard yellows, pinkish purples as well the silverish grays are considered the complimentary colors to serenity, riverside and airy blue, </span><a href="http://www.jckonline.com/blogs/style-360/2016/01/20/12-jewelry-trends-2016-5th-annual-list-what-buy-sell-and-stock-year-ahead" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">JCK Magazine</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> suggests gray as the perfect tone for your jewelry. So if you are planning to update your jewelry collection this season, I strongly suggest you add these three to your wish list! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I was especially drawn to the the earth tones in this color palette. It's similar to the color's I used in <a href="http://www.fairiesmarket.com/2016/04/art-bead-scene-abs-april-submission.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #e06666;">April's challenge</span></a> ... what can I say. Jewelry makers have already begun sharing their work on the Art Bead Scene's <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/artbeadscene/jewelry-monthly-challenge-entries/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a> page. You can also find blog posts featuring jewelry inspired by this lovely magazine cover, it's always fun so see what jewelry designers make. </span></div>
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fairiesmarkethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03774395515817624732noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1997939103471285460.post-42584353143664906232016-06-15T22:51:00.001-06:002016-06-15T22:54:06.517-06:00What Does Quality Mean To YOU?<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Producing high quality standards is a major concern for my home based jewelry business.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is a double edged
sword in one respect because I am my toughest critic.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There are times when the components don’t hold
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quality is neither mind nor matter, but a third entity independent of the
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";">Quality means different things to different people and to different industries.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For me quality is being unique and honest, it’s
something that you come to recognize through experience.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Have you ever created a beautiful
piece of jewelry only to have it fall apart because the crimp bead broke or the
clasp didn’t hold up?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Anyone who has a
creative outlet or hobby knows that there are some things you just can’t
control.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Does that mean you are making
an inferior product?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "batangche";">I THINK
NOT.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></b><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: BatangChe;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";">I have found that buying higher quality goods is more expensive and
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sales are involved it makes sense. </span></span>Pricing is
always a difficult for me because I want to offer great products at affordable
prices but again I think often times consumers valuing things in relation to
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<span style="mso-fareast-font-family: BatangChe;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">In a recent review of
my work by a juried panel for a local shop I was told that the beads were of
poor quality because they were not uniform in shape and size.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Well I purchase and make ART BEADS which are
not always uniform in shape, size and color.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>These are obviously conflicting views on the <i>quality</i> of certain
products.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> To me u</span>niformity doesn’t mean superiority
and that a product will stand the test of time and wear-ability. <o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">This feedback sparked my interest in researching what quality means in different aspects of life. Different cultures, industries and various professions can influence a person's view of what makes a product high-quality. </span></span></div>
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of being included in a design and if I repurchase the same or like items. Again, experience weighs heavily on my designs. It's a very automatic process I choose beads and components based on the following:</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">While quality can sometimes be measured by a product’s attributes, individual
preference plays a role in how we value items.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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comes to familiarizing myself with products and artists. With the
enormous international market readily available at our fingertips finding the “right”
product is an enormous undertaking.</span></span><br />
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<span style="text-align: center;">Right now I work with a limited number of vendors. I have found that this provides consistency in my wears and limits my frustration because I'm familiar with their products, return policies, etc. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The methods you use to determine if an item is of high quality can vary depending on the item you are purchasing, how a particular product makes you feel and if the purchase will satisfy a desire/need. I'd love to hear your thoughts on how you determine if a product is of high-quality. What does QuAliTy mean to you?</span></span><br />
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fairiesmarkethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03774395515817624732noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1997939103471285460.post-16146336118684135722016-04-21T20:56:00.003-06:002016-04-21T20:56:29.914-06:00Art Bead Scene (ABS) - April submission<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">T</span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">his month's challenge includes a wonderful color palette which is perfect for spring! The beautiful painting by Helen Frankenthaler entitled Jacob's Ladder is our focal inspiration. Frankenthaler who was a an amazing artist called one of the foremost colorists of our time. As a tribute to Helen I set out to create and abstract piece of jewelry. Something that might have won a knod of approval or a wink from this renowned artist. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The focal beads include a beautiful green polymer clay bead by <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/humblebeads?ref=em" target="_blank">HumbleBeads,</a> a bright yellow lampwork bead by <a href="http://beadsbylaura.co.uk/" target="_blank">Beads by Laura</a>. </span><span style="font-family: helvetica neue, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">I included a brown enameled bead that I made a few weeks ago. I was able to find four ceramic beads that I've had in my stash for longer than I can remember.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The design is an eclectic gypsy-style handmade necklace that includes a mix of ceramic, glass, polymer clay & metal to create a long chain. This piece can be worn alone or combined with other jewelry pieces to create a modern look. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">This month's challenge features a great example of Afonina's still-life paintings and her masterful ability to play with color and light. See how the subtle changes in the light within the painting also changes the colors in the painting. You can almost feel the air in the room. This play on color and lighting allows the viewer to form a relationship with the portrait. For example you might see a breezy afternoon tea or an early spring morning perhaps the pussy willows in the foreground and the white curtains in the background give the appearance of spring coming after winter. It triggers something different for everyone. This is creativity at it's best.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">While sifting through the beads in my stash I had a bit of a challenge pulling colors that fit perfectly with this play on color. Before I knew it I had greys, whites or should it be more white and less grey? There are varying shades of grey or is it a subtle hint of green, blue green or blue grey? </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Once I embraced the idea I was able to find a combination of beads that I feel represent the painting nicely.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">My ART beads are created by Amy Nealy of <a href="http://www.xazbead.com/" target="_blank">Xaz Beads</a>. Three medium nuggets in the new </span><i style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">GALACTIC</i><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> color measure about 16-18mm. Those lovely beads are surrounded by <a href="http://professional.swarovski.com/content-crystals-innovations-Launch_Fall_Winter_2016_17.en.html" target="_blank">Swarovski's </a>new Scarabaeus green pearls (6/8mm). I recently wrote a post about Swarovski's new designs </span><a href="http://www.fairiesmarket.com/2016/02/swarovski-cyrstals-pearls.html" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">here</a><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">. Swarovski crystals in light chrome (4mm) and capri blue (6mm), small hematite discs and white cat eye beads (4mm) along with seed beads in gray mist make up the band of the bracelet. I tried my hand at creating a clasp using artistic wire in teal. </span></div>
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fairiesmarkethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03774395515817624732noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1997939103471285460.post-20867942488847767572016-03-19T10:58:00.004-06:002016-03-19T10:58:47.567-06:00We're All Ears - March Reveal<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.blogger.com/"><span id="goog_664170710"></span>Earrings Everyday<span id="goog_664170711"></span></a> hosts a monthly jewelry makers challenge. This month's inspirational theme is <span style="line-height: 22px;">historical Islamic architecture which includes majestic mosaics found in some of the</span></span><span style="line-height: 22px;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> world's oldest monuments.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 22px;">The original inspiration comes from architect Mehrdad Rasoulifard's </span></span><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 22px;">visual diary</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 22px;"> on </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/m1rasoulifard/" style="line-height: 22px;" target="_blank">Instagram</a><span style="line-height: 22px;">. His photo diary shares captivating designs of historical architectural masterpieces which are </span></span><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 22px;">creatively inspiring; lending a variety of colors, patterns, beauty & stories. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 22px;">Historically Iran is known for it's tile work which include mosaic tiles design and calligraphic inscriptions</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #252525; line-height: 22px;">. </span></span><span style="line-height: 22px;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The stories behind these structures is just as captivating as the buildings themselves. Many of the mosques were built for the royal family, some specifically </span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #252525; line-height: 22px;">so the women of the harem would be shielded as much as possible from anyone entering the building and others for political reasons. Many of the buildings were closed to the public for centuries and the </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #252525; line-height: 22px;">main entrance would often have standing guards.</span></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #252525; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 22px;"> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 22px;">For the challenge I immediately thought polymer clay would lend itself nicely to creating a mosaic-like bead. Iranian tile work often includes yellow, brown and green. Glazes were often turquoise and light green. </span></span><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 22px;">I took variations of these basic colors and created several beads. I'm still refining the size and shape of my pieces so I chose two discs that fit together nicely. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 22px;">Then I enameled a couple of copper discs using <a href="http://thompsonenamel.com/" target="_blank">Thompson Enamel</a> in opaque 1319 bitter green. I am always dumbfounded by the appearance of an enameled piece. I'm new to enameling so I'm discovering that the name and the color do not always match up like I think they should. (Let's just say I got lucky on this one.)</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 22px;">After making my ear wires, using 20 gauge silver wire, I included a lamp work bead from <a href="http://gracebeads.com/" target="_blank">Grace Beads</a>.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thank you to the <a href="http://earrings-everyday.blogspot.com/2016/03/were-all-ears-march-reveal.html" target="_blank">Earrings Everyday</a> team for providing this monthly challenge!! Stop by their blog where you'll find the link to add your earrings to the monthly challenge. Their blog is a great place to find interesting ideas, funny stories and creative collaboration. </span><br />
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to remain on the cutting edge of design, robotics, technology, art and science
is unsurpassed.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The range of creative
goods that they offer is marvelous.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Swarovski
produces binoculars, tools, jewelry, accessories, figurines, lighting, gemstones
& crystals all of which offer the cutting edge in quality and design in the
world marketplace.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Can you believe that
they’ve been in business for 120 years?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>When you familiarize yourself with all that is Swarovski it will amaze you. They're expertise crosses over many industries. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">One thing that I really like about Swarovski is that they
embrace creative collaboration.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> I think most bloggers can relate to that. </span>They
invite designers, scientists, creative thinkers and superstars to join their
creative team to expand their vision and continue making amazing products for
all to enjoy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Swarovski is in every
corner of the world including London, Vienna, Mexico, Brazil, Paris, New
Zealand, Russia and the US.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">They have produced costumes for not only Marilyn Monroe and Madonna
but now J Lo is now strutting her stuff in Las Vegas wearing costumes embellished
with Swarovski crystals.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Designers such
as Christian Dior, Alexander McQueen and Coco Chanel, and many others, have
embraced the use of Swarovski products to adorn their creations.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">So what’s my point?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Well the new scarabaeus crystals and pearls were on my list of “things
to find” in Tucson, which I did!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I also
picked up some of the crystal light chrome’s in shimmering silver which are
AMAZING!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Swarovski prides itself on
encouraging individuality and creative originality so even though I’m a novice
jewelry maker I insist on including quality materials in my simple designs.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Thus my relationship with Swarovski was born
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">You’re going to LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the dazzling colors of the
scarabaeus crystals and pearls.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The
creator of this radiant color combination is the infamous Jean Paul Gaultier. The
color was inspired by the verdigris roof of the Paris Opera House and the metallic
green-blue-purple sheen of the scarab beetle seen in Ancient Egyptian
artifacts.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The creation is a brilliant
burst of color combinations.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Okay so I’ve already said that the new colors are absolutely
mind blowing.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Well guess what?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Jean Paul Gaultier took his idea a step further
by taking the perfect crystal and make it ‘perfectly imperfect’ or ‘broken’
thus creating the Kaputt crystal by Swarovski.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Bravo!! </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">There's a lot more debuting this Fall/Winter 2016/2017. so stop by the Swarovski website to get your eye full. You'll be glad you did!! </span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.swarovski.com/Web_US/en/crystal_society" target="_blank">Swarovski - the creator of all things sparkly</a>!!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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reply post.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I’d love to see what you’re creating.</span></span>fairiesmarkethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03774395515817624732noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1997939103471285460.post-73546430919776638432016-02-18T22:46:00.001-07:002016-02-18T22:46:33.545-07:00Red Carpet Ready Blog Hop<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Hi there! I came across a great blog hop hosted by <a href="http://www.candiecooper.com/2016/02/17/fabulous-diy-earring-tutorial/" target="_blank">Candie Cooper, it's call the Red Carpet Ready DIY Earrings That Sparkle and Shine Blog Hop</a>. I jumped at the chance to participate even though I may be crashing the party with a very late entry. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Well, you know how I looove sparkle & shine so this is the perfect opportunity for me to use some of my Swarovski crystals and pearls. Crystals are one of my go-to components when making jewelry.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">On the red carpet we are able to see amazing creations by the BEST designers in the world. This year tassels are all the rage and they were visible on many of the leading ladies. You will see some great artistry on the other blogs too which include an interesting variety of creative designs, including tassels. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I chose a sleek look of <a href="http://www.swarovski.com/Web_US/en/index" target="_blank">Swarovski pearls & crystals</a>, making these earring chic and timeless. I've had these components in my stash for several years now so I'm not able to provide the correct name of each color. I am very pleased to have used up some of my stash for this cool blog hop! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Please stop by <a href="http://www.candiecooper.com/2016/02/17/fabulous-diy-earring-tutorial/" target="_blank">Candie's blog</a> and visit the other blogs too. You'll be inspired at each stop.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thanks Candie for hosting the Red Carpet Ready blog hop!!! </span><br />
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fairiesmarkethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03774395515817624732noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1997939103471285460.post-89465661774638559302016-02-16T15:14:00.000-07:002016-02-16T15:14:43.082-07:00African Trade Beads<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">My recent
trip to the </span><a href="http://www.visittucson.org/events/gem-show/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Tucson Gem & Mineral Show</span></a><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> was quite eventful.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I spent some time in the African Village
visiting with shop owners from around the globe.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I was focused on buying some African Trade
Beads to include in my jewelry designs. </span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">I
was pleased with the quality and range of colors available.</span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><br />
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will find strands and strands of beads in various shapes and sizes.</span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">All this can be a bit overwhelming but it’s
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<span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Trade beads
formed an important factor in early trade networks between Europe and Africa.</span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The beads themselves were typically made in
Italy, France, Germany, Bohemia (the Czech Republic) and the Netherlands and were used in trade
in Africa.</span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The beads’ history dates to
the 15</span><sup style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">th</span></sup><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> century when European trading ships arrived on the coasts
of Africa bringing gold, ivory, glass beads and other commodities to this
region.</span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The beads were uncommon in this
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<span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">I find these
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certain amount of mystery surrounding these beads such as where the bead came
from?</span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Who was the craftsman?</span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Are these truly one-of-a-kind or were they
mass produced in bead trading houses?</span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Who designed the beads?</span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Some museums have information related to
these special beads but normally when you speak to the importers they admit it’s
hard to know exactly where they originated or how old they are.</span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><o:p style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </o:p><br />
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tells us that in Bohemia glass makings were experts in their craft dating back
to the 11</span><sup style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">th</span></sup><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> century.</span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">There were
famous glass costume jewelry makers in this region.</span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Think about the masterminds behind these
precious collections.</span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">These creative
thinkers included alchemists and chemists who produced instructions for not only bead making but different types of glass production; buttons, lampwork beads, glass wares,
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</span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The unique patterns and colors makes collecting these beads fun and interesting.</span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">This year I bought some African amber resin
beads.</span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Don’t be fooled this is not the
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with a hardener and color. They come in a variety of shapes, sizes and
prices.</span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">I also picked up some vinyl beads, glass beads, seed beads and Christmas beads!!</span><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">
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fairiesmarkethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03774395515817624732noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1997939103471285460.post-20789427999150511612016-02-11T17:05:00.003-07:002016-02-12T10:25:07.719-07:00Feathers & Friends Bead Making Class with Heather Powers<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I am an empty nester with an obsession for all things
beading, art jewelry & jewelry making.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>I recently took the Feather & Friends class offered by Heather Powers of
</span><b style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="color: #e46c0a; font-family: "harrington"; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #E46C0A; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: accent6; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 191;"><a href="http://www.humblebeads.com/" target="_blank">HumbleBeads, Handcrafted Art Beads Inspired by Nature</a></span></i></b><b style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #e46c0a; font-family: "harrington"; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #E46C0A; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: accent6; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 191;">. </span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you aren’t familiar with Heather’s work I recommend you
check her website.</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">She is a polymer clay
artist who’s worked in the industry for many years.</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">She’s a published author, a teacher, a mentor
and an inspiration to me and many of her followers.</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you haven’t yet delved into polymer clay
bead making you’re in luck because Heather offers classes throughout the
year.</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> </span><br />
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<strong><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-weight: normal;">Taking this class was a refreshing experience for me helping me realize that
creativity allows us to choose actions in response to what happens in life, to
generate new elements in our lives.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There
were several times I asked myself, are you really o</span></strong><span style="font-family: "calibri";"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">pen to
possibilities? I recognized that a part of me believed that my creativity can
only move in small, shallow breaths: a couple hours here, a morning workshop
there, or a trip to Bead Fest next year.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Or that it can only take certain shapes: a beaded necklace here and a
pair of earrings there.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Wow what an eye
opener!</span><span style="font-family: "calibri";"><o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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patient with the clay and especially mindful of my mindset, my breathing, my feelings
and my willingness to realize that this too was a process. I had to imagine
that I could “make” this happen.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Finally
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simultaneously, it was an awe-inspiring experience.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I connected with other artists as we cheered
each other on to keep modeling, discovering and transforming clay.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: "calibri";"><o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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opportunity for you to meet local shop owners, dive into a new project and
share you experience with the world!!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This
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one row on the quilt.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Create a quilt
consisting of eight rows from eight participating shops in your area.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Start visiting your local shops and collect
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fairiesmarkethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03774395515817624732noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1997939103471285460.post-44561395528786895892015-06-12T22:07:00.001-06:002015-06-12T22:40:00.280-06:00Sewing With Friends<br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The 1960's was a time where American women found new opportunities in the business world. GO Girl Power!!! The cast includes many strong female characters who dress the part. The cast includes Joan (Christina Hendricks), Betty (January Jones), Peggy (Elizabeth Moss) and Megan (Jessica Pare). Each has great fashion sense wearing oversized sunglasses, faux pearls and furs and beautiful statement pieces (many brooches) true to the time.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">While I especially like Joan I was drawn to Betty's necklaces. I created a double strand necklace and earrings. The earrings were something that Megan would wear and not Betty so much. Betty mostly wears post earrings.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The vivid color of the beads - orange, red and chartreuse were in fashion at that time. I knew immediately when I saw the beads that these would work wonderfully for this project.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://artjewelryelements.blogspot.com/2015/04/may-component-of-month-giveaway-beaded.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #e69138;">Art Jewelry Elements</span></a><span style="color: #e69138;"> (AJE)</span> is a sisterhood of talented jewelry
makers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They share tips, host giveaways,
encourage crafters to participate in fun blog hops and they've created a supportive
space to share ideas of all sorts.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This awesome
team consists of <a href="http://www.glassaddictions.com/" target="_blank">Jennifer Cameron</a>, <a href="http://www.lindasbeadblog.com/" target="_blank">Niky Sayers</a>, (I follow Niky <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">SOOO</b> much she probably thinks I’m stalking
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Meman, <a href="http://www.lindasbeadblog.com/" target="_blank">Linda Landig</a> (SUPER TALENTED LADY), Susan Kennedy and Caroline Dewison.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> They have great</span> energy and are willing to
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This month I won a couple of beautiful<span style="color: #45818e;"> </span><span style="color: #4f6228; font-family: Harrington; mso-bidi-font-family: Consolas; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #4F6228; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: accent3; mso-themecolor: accent3; mso-themeshade: 128;"><a href="http://suebead.com/index.php" target="_blank"><span style="color: #e06666;"><strong>Beaded Beads</strong></span></a></span><span style="color: #4f6228; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #4F6228; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: accent3; mso-themecolor: accent3; mso-themeshade: 128;"> </span>from Sue
Beads.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The design came from Debra
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have to create something with the beads and write a blog post revealing their project.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> I was a <a href="http://www.fairiesmarket.com/2014/11/art-jewelry-component-component-of.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #e06666;">lucky winner</span></a> a few months ago too!!</span></span></div>
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<a href="http://www.fairiesmarket.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Karen Martinez</span></a><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So when I was chosen the wheels started turning but I am not a seed bead expert. As the month continued on and time crept up on me I decided to create an eclectic piece. I love bracelets...wear one <u>everyday</u>. So this is what I came up with!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2-Beaded beads provided by Sue Beads</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">16mm Venetian glass disc blue/gold</span><br />
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