Monthly Archives: May 2011

Book + Alphabet

Posted on May 31, 2011 by charlenesevier

My first book. Creamy paper with an enameled front and back cover. This morning, my thoughts were on the work for the day. I knew I wanted to integrate writing into the enameled pieces I did. The presence of writing, … Continue reading →

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Day 1 – Black and White Sgraffito

Posted on May 30, 2011 by charlenesevier

I’ve had some difficult first days in the studio at Penland, but today was not one of them. I like the group of people I’m with – upon meeting everyone last evening, I felt the whole class had a nice … Continue reading →

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Bead Blogger Links

Posted on May 29, 2011 by charlenesevier

Loving the creative life. Click. Bead. Read. The Writing and Art of Andrew Thornton Andrew hosts one of the biggest Thursday Giveaways EVER! You could win TWELVE coin pendants from his Shop! Snap out of it, Jean! There’s beading to … Continue reading →

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Brass Rings

Posted on May 28, 2011 by charlenesevier

I’m still loving and using a lot of brass. Here’s a new batch of brass rings. They are perfect for loops, links, and earrings. It’s pretty amazing to see them go from their rather gaudy original yellow color to this … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Simply Charms

Posted on May 27, 2011 by charlenesevier

Who doesn’t love charms? They are pre-made bits of prettiness that can be used to make almost instant earrings or a pendant. Charm bracelets just never seem to go out of style. But once you’ve explored those basics, it can be … Continue reading →

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Oregon Sunstone Briolette Beads

Posted on May 26, 2011 by charlenesevier

This strand is my splurge of the year. I saw it and wanted it. Saw the price and walked away. Came back. Tried my absolute hardest to like the other less costly strands. Looked at these again. Tried even harder … Continue reading →

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Sticks and Stones

Posted on May 25, 2011 by charlenesevier

Who doesn’t love discovering an interesting bead or jewelry component? I know I’m always on the lookout. I saw these stick beads at Beadaholique and was intrigued by them. They looked like little twigs, regular old sticks, that someone had … Continue reading →

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Enamel Pendant No. 1

Posted on May 23, 2011 by charlenesevier

This post has been a long time coming. In January I decided to challenge myself to make 24 enamel pendants in 2011. I had no idea it would take me until May to get the first one done. I’m glad … Continue reading →

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Bead Blogger Links

Posted on May 22, 2011 by charlenesevier

Spread a little love, beads, and creativity. Click. Read. Bead. Beads & Books If you’re in a creative rut, you might want to read what Michelle learned from interviewing bead artist Betsy Youngquist. The Writing and Art of Andrew Thornton … Continue reading →

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Bead Tribal Council

Posted on May 21, 2011 by charlenesevier

Someone is going home tonight. I guess you can tell I watch Survivor and they always have a lot of skulls in the tribal council area. So why not a bead one? The black skull on the podium is Jeff. … Continue reading →

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