Necklace for Eva

Wednesday is my friend Eva's birthday.  I wanted to give her something really special.  So I made her this necklace.  I am really pleased with the way it turned out.  The heart focal and three little beads are all out of polymer clay.  The ribbon is one I cut from Italian silk chiffon, hand-painted and hand-stitched.   I hope she enjoys it!

Hearts and Daisies for Tanya

The latest from my workshop was a birthday gift for Tanya.  The bracelet and pendant were really fun to make.  I think she liked them.  As with most of my recent efforts, I learned a lot in the process of making them.

Lyn Foley wears a Leather Apron!

While catching up on my blog reading, I discovered that Lyn Foley was the Turquoise Color Challenge Winner.  That led me to Lyn's website where I thoroughly enjoyed admiring her artistry.  On her info page there is a lovely slide show that gives the visitor a personalized tour through her studio and the art of making glass beads.  I find her work very inspiring and was particularly thrilled to see her wearing a leather apron!  Just when I thought that Patty Lakinsmith and I were the only ones!