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Bird


Did I ever show you this little glass bird I made? I had purchased a tutorial from Jennifer Geldard a while back and made this little guy. I really like it. I want to make more of them. I will be doing that as part of my quest to be better!

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Katie said…
Love the word, and I love the birdy :o) what a cutie!
Shirley said…
Oh, he is just too cute!!! Love his happy colors!
KayzKreationz said…
He is absolutely adorable. I love him. What a great bead.
I love it! I think glass making is so neat, especially on the miniature scale!
Jen Judd said…
The colors are great! I got my treats already...you rock! The new baroque shape is really neat...first I've seen like that. Have fun getting better!!
Courtney Breul said…
Sigh.........love.

Got my beads yesterday, can't wait to play. :)
Love!! The little beauties at come from a few glass sticks and a torch always amazes me!
Cindy said…
What a pretty bird, Sue! I'd love to see more...
Beautiful colours! Such a lovely little birdie! I could think many ways to incorporate this in my work!
Shai Williams said…
He is so cute! He would make a fun pair of earrings.

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