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5th Bead Soup Blog Party Hop

Because I’m sort of a visual gal myself, I’ll cut to the chase. But before I do, thanks to Lori Anderson (Pretty Things) for hosting the Bead Soup Blog Party Hop. My wonderful trading partner for this round, Morwyn Mullins (Another Country Beads). And, all you fabulous jewelry designers and artisans who make this fun […]

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She is…

She is… my latest find. I found her hanging around in an old 5th wheel RV. Just goes to prove that you find the strangest things out in the desert (like that time I found Jesus in an old double wide.) She required a paint job. After painting her, I decided she needed some more […]

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Challenge of Music Blog Hop

I was really hard pressed to choose a favorite song, a favorite artist, or even a favorite music genre for this design challenge. I’m one of those types who like almost every type of music; with the exception of hard core rap. I enjoy listening to alternative, blue grass, folk, classical, R & B, and […]

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Wednesday, February 15, 2012 – BTW

Yet again, messing about with hemp cord, stones, rocks, charms and beads while enjoying the view from my work area. I really like the feel and texture of these necklaces. They are very “grounding”. Off to search for some more rocks. Enjoy your day. Dive In… Enjoy The View… Black Heart…

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hEart bEaTs

A follow up post to show what became of those bits of recycled metal tins. A bit of sanding, filing, hammering, add a little patina, a few choice sentiments, punch a hole,  a jump ring, and a bail. Instant pendant.            

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Wednesday, February 8, 2012 – BTW

It’s Bead Table Wednesday again and here’s what is on my table this morning… HEART BEATS Lying low this past week, trying to shake off a down right nasty cold. Thank goodness this type of thing trips me up and slows me down enough to explore playing around with some of my toys and stash. […]

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February 2012 Art Bead Scene Challenge

I almost opted to take a nap yesterday afternoon. It was one of those blustery, crazy wind days in the Mojave and as luck would have it, I’m fending off a head cold, hopped out on Zicam. After dropping off plants at the Desert Tortoise Conservation Center, I decided to take the afternoon off and […]

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5th Bead Soup Blog Party Partner

The current Bead Soup Blog Party  is now in full swing and I’ve had the luck of the draw to be partnered up for the swap with the talented Morwyn Mullins (Another Country Bead Works). Morwyn does some fancy seed beading and and her work has loads of creative energy. So without further delay, I’m […]

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In the evening

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Resolution

New Year resolution… if it worked for lao-tzu it’s good enough for me.     

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