I found this YouTube video today that I thought you would enjoy. This guy in Romania makes these imploded spider pendants that are so cool. I think you will enjoy his very nice tutorial on how to make these unique beads. Enjoy!
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Invasion of the Zombie Ghosts
Don’t be frightened . . .
Don’t change that dial . . .
It’s the invasion of the Zombie Ghost beads! A SPOOKTACULAR event is about to take place and you’re invited! Yes you, and your friends . . . if you DARE!! Some great artists, “not your MUMMY’S vendors“, will be selling some great and CREEPY things just in time for Halloween. We will have Sisters of the Heart Tearoom providing some ghoulish appetizers.
We will also have the following artists: Nellie’s Nook, Just Beadiful, HandStamped by Love, Two Rivers Candle Co., Beantown Originals, Studio GR3, and Names and Frames.
SPOOKY TRUNK SHOW
Sunday, October 24th
12:00-4:00 pm
Wildwood Lodge’s Thunder Bay Room (lower level)
11431 Forest Avenue
Clive, Iowa
Don’t be scared, we won’t frighten anyone away! It’s a guaranteed “ghoul” time for all who dare to come! You might even find some early Christmas gifts if you look close.
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Well, here we are once again, another beautiful Friday here in the Midwest. You might have noticed that last Friday’s blog was not about “Jewelry Duty Friday” but instead it was about Blog Action Day2010. This year’s theme was water so everyone who blogged last Friday was supposed to talk about something to do with water and Blog Action Day. Very cool concept and fun to be part of such a huge movement.
This week I will be participating in The Spooky Trunk Show in which 7 local artists will be gathering to sell their work. I think it would only be fitting to highlight a few of the local talents who command recognition:
Beantown Originals – I had the pleasure of meeting Cheryl at another event we did together. She is such a talented artist. I love the drawings she does of the llamas and sheep. They are hers and she harvests their wool, has it processed, sells it and knits some amazingly beautiful things. I just love her work.
Studio GR3 – Tony doesn’t have a website yet but I will share one of the pictures he sent me of a quilt he has ready for Sunday’s sale. I first met Tony at the Winterst Historical Museum several months ago. I immediately saw his talent in the quilts he had and the paper m ache figures he makes. They are very unique and cool. Nice work Tony!
HandStampedbyLove – Jeanne is a very talented stamp artist and scrapbook artist. She custom designs wedding invitations and anything you would need a card for. Jeanne and I met while taking a business class together and as artists, we connected! Lovely work Jeanne
Don’t forget: This Sunday is the Spooky Trunk Show! Come if you dare!
this is just one of the beautiful quilts that Tony will have Sunday
Photo by: walknboston on Flickr
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Invasion of the Zombie Ghosts
Don’t be frightened . . .
Don’t change that dial . . .
It’s the invasion of the Zombie Ghost beads! A SPOOKTACULAR event is about to take place and you’re invited! Yes you, and your friends . . . if you DARE!! Some great artists, “not your MUMMY’S vendors“, will be selling some great and CREEPY things just in time for Halloween. We will have Sisters of the Heart Tearoom providing some ghoulish appetizers.
We will also have the following artists: Nellie’s Nook, Just Beadiful, HandStamped by Love, Two Rivers Candle Co., Beantown Originals, Studio GR3, and Names and Frames.
SPOOKY TRUNK SHOW
Sunday, October 24th
12:00-4:00 pm
Wildwood Lodge’s Thunder Bay Room (lower level)
11431 Forest Avenue
Clive, Iowa
Don’t be scared, we won’t frighten anyone away! It’s a guaranteed “ghoul” time for all who dare to come! You might even find some early Christmas gifts if you look close.
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We just returned home from a weekend at the Covered Bridges Fest in Winterset, Iowa. If you were able to attend, you were treated to great weather, good food, and lots of terrific shopping from some very talented artists. What more could you ask for?
Here are a few photos from a great festival:
Steve was tremendous help in the booth
Shark Truck was created next to our booth and received an award for most creative float
friendly alpacas have the softest wool and are the sweetest animal
Who'd a thunk?! This is Ziggy riding in his stroller!
It was the perfect day for the Covered Bridge Fest
Doing a glass demo for a cute little girl!
Did you go to the fest? Tell me what you liked best about it.
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This YouTube video is just too gross not to watch. Even though it’s made of glass, this centipede looks so real. Check out the intricate work on the legs and antenna.
Do you have a good bug video to share?
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What gorgeous weather we’ve had this week here in the Midwest! Summer is trying to hang on and I love it. The Bright colors popping out in the trees is only magnified by the warm sun. It’s great inspiration when sitting at the torch.
Well it’s Friday and time to recognize those people who command recognition in their field. This week the list happens to be 3 jewelry designers. But, they are all different as you will see when you visit their websites.
Photo by: walknboston on Flickr
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What is it that makes an artist decide to go into business?
Why would you want to abandon all of corporate America and the steady income to struggle to make ends meet?
You work harder and longer hours when you’re in business for yourself, right? Times are harder now with the economy struggling to stay afloat and people tightening their money belts.
Why? For the LOVE of the art, the passion for wanting to do it beyond anything else. That’s why. An artist feels it in their soul to create. It’s like the need to breathe air.
But, how do you, the artist, know it’s time to go into business for yourself? Here are 5 things that will help you decide it’s time:
Follow these things and you’ll be well on your way to a successful career.
What’s your feedback? I would love to hear.
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"keeping my eyes on you"
It’s that time of year, the air is cooler, the evenings are crisp, leaves are bursting with color, and the pumpkins are ripe on the vine. It’s time to treat yourself with some Halloween jewelry. Check out the shop and look in the seasonal catagory to pick your favorite piece. It’s guaranteed to be delivered in plenty of time for lots of compliments.
What is your favorite piece of Halloween jewelry to wear? Please share.
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It’s Friday and I’m ready for the weekend! Saturday my girlfriends and I are taking our horses and going on a trail ride, then having dinner together and enjoying some wine and each other’s company. I can’t wait! This week I would like to pay respect to two artists that command recognition in their field;
Photo by walknboston on Flickr
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Lori Murga
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