An Old Bead: A New Necklace

Well not that old since I made them about 1 ½ to 2 years ago but never used them. Lampworking beads were my first introduction to glass work but some where along the way I ended up fusing glass more and more often putting the flame behind me. I stored these beads in a box, which got buried in my bottom drawer. I just recently dug this box out and it reminded me of how much I use to love to make them. I don’t know why I never lit the torch again and why I pay a rental fee every month for the huge tank of oxygen other then I knew I would revisit it some day. So I finally decided to make some of them into jewelry so someone else can enjoy them as much as I do. Here I have taken 3 Lampworked hearts of clear and pink and wired wrapped with sterling silver wire to make a great dangle for my “Heart Throb Necklace”. I also added some small pink beads to embellish the sterling silver chain. A great necklace for that special occasion or even every day wears.
Heart Throb necklace available at www.monkeyblues.com

Fall For Glass Sale....... 3 Days Only!

As a proud member of EGA I like to announce EGA is having a quick sale on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, September 9, 10 & 11. Participating shops will be offering 30% off select items in their shops.
Please use the code FFG (Fall For Glass) in the notes to seller field upon checking out so you can get the 30% discount. A great deal and a great time to get started on that holiday shopping list!
Participating shops in this mini sale are:
http://willowglass.etsy.com/
http://liskidder.etsy.com/
http://glasscat.etsy.com/
http://psodesign.etsy.com/
http://susanlambert.etsy.com/
http://chickadeebeads.etsy.com/
http://prizmatic.etsy.com/
http://studiomarcy.etsy.com/
http://mycabincreations.etsy.com/
http://paulasstressart.etsy.com/
http://monkeyblues.etsy.com/
http://jewelrybynatsuko.etsy.com/
http://sandree.etsy.com/
http://susansheehan.etsy.com/
http://leahpellegrini.etsy.com/
http://groovyglassgirl.etsy.com/
http://wendylee.etsy.com/
http://jochris12.etsy.com/
Thanks so much for your past business and support of our shops!

Remember, Reflect and Refine today!

Inspirations come from many different sources and today I was inspired by a picture of triplets from a fellow Etsy Glass Artists group member and someone I would call my friend. I Believe we draw strengths from inside that we never knew we had and how we get thru tough times by the skin of our chin. We never remember how difficult it really was or most of us would be an only child. Instead we focus on happy memories or something that really sticks out and as I get older I can really appreciate all those things I heard older family members say that I never understood. Even when times are tough I know I have my terrific kids, a great husband and some outstanding family and friends to rely on. Some times it good to just stop, remember and cherish life for today and everything you have lived thru so far. So my philosophy for today is Remember, Reflect and Refine today!

The Perfect Un-Flaw

When I hear the word flaw I want to scream!! Yes sure the word does belong to certain things like I hope the car or airplane parts don’t have flaws as this is cause for a dangerous situation. I am talking about when people look at art with a fine tooth comb and all they can see or point out are what some may call “flaws”. I am a firm believer in Un-perfection (no I didn’t spell that wrong). In Un-perfection there is no perfect or flaws just different. Your perfection may not be mine. So who is to say what’s perfect anyways. I love unexpected un-flaws that happen in glass

when I fuse such as air bubbles or an odd shape. These so called flaws give the piece

more character so in my eyes its an un-flaw. So to all you perfectionist out there instead

of looking at the negative find a positive first, it may open your eyes to a whole world you have never seen. Try some un-perfection today!

Happy Summer Sale!!!!

Help me celebrate Summer by giving to you. From now until June 22 get a FREE 16 inch black or brown leather cord with the purchase of 2 glass pendants from my Etsy shop. It's a great time to pick up a gift for someone and then save one for yourself.

Happy Summer!

Glass And Silver Ooh La La!

I personally am a lover of all things glass and beads are no exception and that’s why I want to share some beautiful beads made by Susan Lambert of http://susanlambert.etsy.com . I love her Italian Egg beads that have silver in them, which reacts with the glass and leaves such a nice look to it. She makes a base bead and then rolls it in fine silver and adds color dots to give them the finishing touch. Susan has been designing Jewelry since 1993, selling in galleries and art shows. She also studied metal smithing for 5 years. So why not stop by Susan’s Etsy store and say hello. You can also find Susan’s blog at http://northcarolinasusan.blogspot.com/orthcarolinasusan.blogspot.com/

And her flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/23799145@N04/

she is also a member of Etsy glass artists http://etsyglass.com

Fun, Whimsical and Full of Life

Is how I would describe this talented Glass Artists, Shoozles, and her latest design is just that. Shoozles Fused Glass Robot Pendants are the cutest. With handmade fused glass bodies which she makes herself and then wire wraps with sterling silver wire to add the arm, legs and head. She then gives her special touch with specialized paint to add more character and attitude to the piece.These can be worn on a chain or cord or even hang from your rear view mirror. I am always amazed how fast Shoozles comes up with new designs that are always full of life and as her motto states Shoozles makes some great “Wearable Art”. www.Shoozles.etsy.com is where you can find her and all her fine Glass Artwork. Also a proud member of http://www.etsyglass.com/ a collective of fine glass artists.