Extra Extra!
I had a fun day yesterday in Cleveland at an engagement party BBQ... it was a gorgeous day for it, and I had great company there and on the drive to and from Cleveland. Good times! Today, I made up for my day off with a mostly work filled day. I am getting my beads made and crossed off my list, slowly but surely. I have some big news to share tomorrow! whee! Heading out for dinner in a minute, but I wanted to share the Extra links for the week now.
The Writing and Art of Andrew Thornton
Andrew introduces eight new fine pewter pieces from his family's company, Green Girl Studios.
Strands of Beads
Melissa shows off her new lunar phases and compass rose designs
Snap out of it, Jean! There's beading to be done!
Jean reviews Wirework, a new book by the famous Dale "Cougar" Armstrong
Lorelei's Blog: Inside the Studio
Searching for some new inspiration? Lorelei's got just the place for you to find it!
Jean Campbell Ink: Eureka!
Beading in the fresh air clears the mind, bringing fresh creativity
Humblebeads
Heather sketches out some new designs using this summer's hottest color.
Cindy Gimbrone aka The Lampwork Diva
A trip to glass city doesn't go as well as planned. Yet Cindy finds inspiration and few new tools!
Carmi's Art/Life World
Carmi hand felts a pretty bead from wool roving.
Beading Arts
Cyndi's initial thoughts on working with the new CopprClay. There'll be lots of projects coming this summer!
Barbe Saint John
Read Barbe's interview on the Objects and Elements blog
Art Bead Scene
The Trendy Bead shows off wood filigree pendants.
About.com Jewelry Making
Take these quick polls about wearing and making jewelry. Which are your favorite pieces?
A Bead A Day
Lisa shares her selection of summery pink beads and crystals. The "Watermelon Crawl" bead mix is sure to conjure up visions of a family picnic on a warm summer day!