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Beads from Bliss

Oh man, what a week it's been. I found out I have really high blood pressure. I mean, really high. I hope it's just a leftover from the stress that I was going through all summer and that it will go away with some changes like exercise, positive thinking, etc. I haven't been doing much, trying to alleviate some stress and get some rest this week. I did make beads last night and will be shortly, but wanted to show you two beads I made in the Hard Candy class at Art Bliss last weekend (I gave my kids each one of the other two I made, so no photos - they have disappeared into the dark recesses of their rooms!). I had a great time and Melissa was a really great, laid-back teacher! I'm happy for what I learned and grateful that I could have the opportunity to go! I'll have some photos of all the charms I received in the swap tomorrow - we have some talented ladies out there!

Art Charm Swap

On the heels of the fabulous Art Bliss Retreat, where I participated in a leaf charm swap (photos to come) I am also participating in Jennifer Cameron's Inaugural Art Charm Swap. She chose three colors from the fall color forecast and challenged readers to make an art charm using one of the three colors. I chose Living Coral and hand-mixed some enamel, hoping I could get close enough! I am really enjoying making my enameled beads right now, so made my charm with a filigree bead and a turquoise round. I really hope it's close enough to the correct color!

Now, I'm off to reopen my etsy store and take out the listing that I SOLD at the Art Bliss Retreat! I also have a wicked sore throat today...

Art Bliss

It's an Art Bliss weekend everyone! I'm going with my friend Leslie (Bei Mondi) and I'm sure we'll have a blast! Hopefully I'll be able to blog about it with my new toy! If not, you'll have to wait to see what I made on Sunday!

Birdhouse Gift!

My friend's father (who is 91) makes the most incredible birdhouses. Today I was gifted with this one. The photos really don't do it justice - when I have more time, I will take better photos but wanted to show you this incredible birdhouse. I am going to open an etsy store for him in a week or so - you just won't believe them! I'll show some photos when they're up for sale!

Art Bliss Charms

Finally finished my charms last night for the Art Bliss Leaf Charm swap! I'm pretty happy with them, and I hope the recipients are too! I can't wait for the weekend!

New Colors

I recently bought some new colors of enamel, and finally got around to taking some photos! These enameled beads will be in the SueBeads etsy store in a bit!

Beads Listed Today

I just listed some sparkly beads today - take a look at SueBeads etsy store!