Wow,
is it possible that the last weekend of 2008 just passed by? Where did
those 52 weekends go? And where are the days between? If your year has
been anything like mine, they passed while visiting friends and family,
working on projects indoors and out, working, playing, and generally
living life to its fullest and enjoying every minute you could. I know
not every moment was perfect, that good and bad things happened, and
that there were tears as well as laughter, but in the end I believe
that it has all helped to shape me to who I am right this moment.
As for who I was this weekend, busy
would be the word to best describe me. That being said, here's the
final installment of Jewelry Gems of the Web for 2008. Don't worry,
you'll keep getting your Gems in 2009!
The Writing and Art of Andrew Thornton
Art Bead Scene's December prompt is, "Puttin'
On the Glitz!" See how Andrew addressed the challenge with his
crystalline creations. (Two of which moved on to become KGI Worldwide
Design Contest Semi-finalists!)
Strands of Beads
Melissa shows off a simple snowflake necklace for her final seasonal piece of the year.
Snap out of it, Jean! There's beading to be done!
Jean makes some SWEET earrings, using Green
Girl Studios' beads! The fabulous crew over there are working on a
book--it is going to be GREAT! No doubt about that!
Jewelry & Beading
Come drool over glass bead artist Kerri Fuhr's fabulous creations! (And check out my video interview with Kerri Fuhr.)
Carmi's Art/Life World
Carmi makes one last Christmas ornament that could also be worn.
Barbe Saint John - New Jewelry from Forgotten Artifacts
Marketing Monday (on a Tuesday)-Casting the net wider
Art Bead Scene
Did Santa bring you beads from your wish list? Use your new beads in these free projects from ABS!
About.com Jewelry Making
Giving With Your Jewelry Skills - With the
coming new year, consider some new ways you can give back with your
jewelry making skills.
Art Jewelry magazine
Planning on coming to the 2009 Bead&Button show? Preregister today to make class sign-up a breeze!