materials and the jewelry designers who use art beads in their work.” That is exactly what the original cast of characters provided, and what we still strive to do today.
And for me, that is what turned a lightbulb on in my brain… that my work need not just be about pretty things, but that there could be a real story to be told through the art beads, the master art and the way that I chose to create my jewelry. That was indeed a revelation to me and has set me down the path to where I am today and where I am going. Plus I was introduced to art that I had never seen before and it was like I could see a door opening in front of me with a beautiful new vista. And just like you, dear reader, I started using those monthly prompts to jump-start my creativity and push me into different directions.
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| March 2009 – The one and only time I was selected as the Featured Artist of the Week – Erin Prais-Hintz, Tesori Trovati |
Each new acquisition of an art bead, whether from a new-to-me bead artist (and I find a new one every day!) to the ones that I keep coming back to time and time again (I’m looking at you, Miss Heather!) becomes a treasured part of my studio, my designs and even my life. I treasure that I have become friends with bead makers the world over, and it gives my work an incredibly personal detail when I can tell my client that I know this artist, I have met them personally, or I have even visited their studio and that they are my friends.
Is it odd that an online community has come to be so important to me? I hope not. I have formed some of the most lasting friendships with bead artists and jewelry designers the world over through my connections here. This place has become a very important part of my life and I can’t imaging a day without it. Today I am so absolutely hooked on art beads and if this is a sickness, I don’t want the cure! (Are you with me?)
Our our current team of artists and designers have put together some wonderful birthday swag – over $360 worth – to celebrate these amazing seven years. Eight prizes to eight lucky winners selected at random from all comments on this post and announced on Tuesday, March 31st.
Now THAT’S a party!
$50 Gift Certificate
Gifted by
Heather Powers of Humblebeads
Website – www.humblebeads.com
Blog – http://humblebeads.blogspot.com
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Gift #2
One pendant and six buttons valued at $64+
Gifted by
Website – www.claybuttons.com
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/claybuttons
Gift #3
3-month subscription to the Simple Truths Sampler Club valued at $54+
Gifted by
Etsy – www.TesoriTrovati.Etsy.com
Blog – http://treasures-found.blogspot.com
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Gift #4
Color eBook Bundle valued at $50
Understanding Color
Arranging Color
Gifted by
Brandi Hussey of BrandiGirlBlog
Blog – www.brandigirlblog.com
Twitter – @brandihussey
Facebook – www.facebook.com/BrandiGirlBlog
Mailing List – http://eepurl.com/eH7ko
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Gift #6
Two Nature Themed Pendants valued at $50
Gifted by
Mary Harding of Mary Harding Designs
Blog – http://maryhardingjewelrybeadblog.blogspot.com
Etsy – www.maryhardingjewelry.etsy.com
Website – www.maryhardingjewelry.com
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Gift #7
$40 Gift Certificate
Gifted by
Ema Kilroy of EmaKDesigns
Website – www.emakdesigns.com
Etsy – www.emakdesigns.etsy.com
Facebook – www.facebook.com/emakdesigns
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Gift #8
$30 Gift Certificate
Gifted by
Claire Lockwood of Something To Do With Your Hands
2::Spread the word about
the ABS 7th Birthday Bash giveaway by your favorite means: Facebook your friends who love art or jewelry or art beads… tweet about
your excitement at how cool this giveaway is… take out a billboard that
is larger than life (okay, I’m kidding about this one ;-)… blog about
your {not-so-secret} art bead addiction (go ahead, we won’t judge ;-)… or
whatever else you can think of to spread the birthday bash cheer. But be sure to link to this post and then come
back and leave a comment letting us know what you did.
4::Or just answer the following question… this is truly the simplest way to enter (and it only takes one entry to win one of eight fabulous prizes ;-)…
how has it influenced your creativity?
That’s it. That’s four comments for each reveler. Four times the chance to win!
What are you waiting for? Join us in the
ART BEAD SCENE 7th BIRTHDAY BASH!
(Winners will be selected at random from all eligible entries
and
announced here on March 31st in the March ABS Blog Tour post.
All prizes will be mailed from the
individual designer.
Please have your email address turned on in your
profile,
or included in your entry to win.
You won’t win if we can’t
contact you!)
Kristen
March 20, 2014 at 10:59 amHappy Birthday ABS!! I came upon ABS exactly as you described and followed right away. I have been a sponsor and I actually had one of my clasps featured in the Perfect Pairings!I love seeing how designers interpret the art work and I get ideas and inspiration to interpret in my own work. I don't always comment but I always read! And thanks for the giveaway.
Jeanie
March 20, 2014 at 11:33 amHappy Birthday! I'm a happy follower and enjoy being inspired by these lovely creations!
Jeanie
March 20, 2014 at 11:34 amI can't remember how I found you, but I'm glad that I did! I was probably blog hopping and linked on to your blog. Thanks again.
KeRobinson
March 20, 2014 at 12:04 pmI stumbled upon ABS because of a bead soup photo. Omg! Little bowls of coordinating beads! I just collect and sculpt beads, so much fun to sort and resort! I know, I'm freak 😉 Love seeing all the creations with beads ABS jewelry designers come up with! 🙂
bairozan
March 20, 2014 at 12:07 pmMany happy returns of the day! I am a follower and found you while looking for inspiration online. Thanks for a smashing giveaway! I hope I got it right that I have to comment as many times as I do one of the above to become eligible, so I'll be back 🙂
bairozan
March 20, 2014 at 12:09 pmI bought my first art bead to participate in an ABS challenge and now I am hooked. And I already own a clasp by one of the sponsors. Best wishes!
Alice
March 20, 2014 at 12:12 pmA very Happy Birthday to ABS!
I don't remember when I stumbled on to this amazing place but I do know it changed how I look at beads. I had only used gemstones then but my eyes were opened to art beads. It was like the heavens opened up in song for me and my jewelry took on a whole new look. I want to thank all the past an present artists that share inspiration and tutorials and so much more just for us.
Thanks for hosting this party!
bairozan
March 20, 2014 at 12:13 pmI just did shout out about this generous giveaway on Facebook!
Kathy Lindemer
March 20, 2014 at 12:20 pmHappy birthday ABS! I have been participating in this wonderful challenge since December 2012. The challenge has been a huge help to me in a number of ways. One of the best outcomes for me has been learning to use and create a color palette. I always wait to see what Brandi comes up with before I firm up my design. I also use some software to create my own when I need help with colors. I have learned about some art works and artists. I have seen some gorgeous jewelry and learned new techniques. I have been exposed to some beautiful art beads and artists. Lucky me has even one a few of those beads along the way. You can see this challenge has had a huge impact on me. So glad you all sponsor this!
jesdeamer
March 20, 2014 at 1:07 pmI've been following ABS for a while. I love the inspiration photos!
Susan Marling
March 20, 2014 at 1:49 pmHappy Birthday ABS! I really have learned a lot about color and how it can tell a story. I always learn something from each piece of artwork and looking at how people interpret it. I look forward to it each month.
Susan Marling
March 20, 2014 at 1:49 pmI am a follower also.
Divya N
March 20, 2014 at 2:02 pmI am a year old follower, landed here from a pin that lead to your flickr pool to your blog. I have tweeted about this post and pinned it too. pin -http://www.pinterest.com/pin/167688786099663003/
tweet – https://twitter.com/JewelsofSayuri/status/446647837778931712
Admin
March 20, 2014 at 2:07 pmHi there–I recently bought Lorelei Eurto's book about bohemian jewelry and discovered the world of jewelry-making and beading! Shortly thereafter I discovered this blog via a Google search. I love reading the posts and using the photos of jewelry posted as inspiration.
When I found this blog, I subscribed to it (so I now "follow" it). And I posted about and linked to this post on my Facebook timeline.
So I've met 3 of the 4 requirements!
Thanks for the inspiration!
Maneki
March 20, 2014 at 2:08 pmHappy Birthday, ABS!
I don't even remember when or how I found my way here, but ever since I've been an avid reader and following of this lovely blog filled with creativity, inspiration and gorgeous eye candy! It's also especially been an inspiration for me to create my own beads and components, even though I rarely have had the time/suplies to really dive into it (still on the experimental/exploaring stage, looking for the right material for me).
Pinned: http://www.pinterest.com/pin/109634572153458469/
Sarajo Wentling
March 20, 2014 at 2:10 pmHappy birthday! I started following ABS several years ago when I saw mention of one of the regular posts in a magazine I think. It was a trend column. Anyway, that was my gateway drug to finding other great blogs and artists! Thanks ABS!
Sarajo Wentling
March 20, 2014 at 2:10 pmI've been a follower for a while. Fingers crossed that I get lucky
Sarajo Wentling
March 20, 2014 at 2:11 pmI shared on Facebook too! Thanks for all the chances to win beady goodness!
Sarajo Wentling
March 20, 2014 at 2:13 pmAnd I just pinned Mary's lovely bead to my "beads I Want" board on Pintrest!
Manola Maria
March 20, 2014 at 2:14 pmHappy birthday Art Bead Scene! I'm already a follower. You are spoiling us with all these gifts. Thank you for being so generous.
Sherri Stokey
March 20, 2014 at 2:14 pmI'm an ABS follower!
Sherri Stokey
March 20, 2014 at 2:15 pmI pinned!!
Sherri Stokey
March 20, 2014 at 2:16 pmI can't tell you when I found ABS – it's been a while now. I am inspired every time I see someone step outside the box and use something in a way I wouldn't have thought of, or combine colors I wouldn't have put together. LOVE the inspiration.
Manola Maria
March 20, 2014 at 2:16 pmI just shared on my fb page.
https://www.facebook.com/maria.manola.758
Sherri Stokey
March 20, 2014 at 2:17 pmAnd, because I REALLY want to win (I love ALL these prizes!!), I also shared on FB 🙂
Manola Maria
March 20, 2014 at 2:26 pmI don't remember how or when I became Art Bead Scene's follower, but I'm certainly glad I did. Your posts are always very interesting, helpful and inspiring!
Divya N
March 20, 2014 at 2:33 pmBefore ABS I didnt know what an art bead was and the closest I ever came to one was a clay bead or a lamp work bead. just by following your blog I have learnt so much and have had the opportunity to read about so many great artists. Wishing you many more birthdays Kudos !!
helensharvest
March 20, 2014 at 2:40 pmI think I stalked my friend Donna Millard and saw her post in your group on Facebook, so I joined. So glad I did, as you encourage me to stretch my limits..being old makes that not so comfortable.;)
[email protected]
Wendy
March 20, 2014 at 2:53 pmHappy birthday! I've been following ABS for about a year or so, but I don't usually comment as I'm not in the same league as you artists and artisans who post and visit here.
Manola Maria
March 20, 2014 at 3:00 pmI pinned my favorite gifts here : http://www.pinterest.com/mariman1876/giveaways/
Saraccino
March 20, 2014 at 4:18 pmI am a follower for a long time now 🙂 But not for seven years sadly…!
Saraccino
March 20, 2014 at 4:19 pmI also just randomly stumbled over ABS and what shall I say? I stayed 🙂
Penny Neville
March 20, 2014 at 4:31 pmHappy Birthday ABS!!! I think I found ABS through one of the contributors blogs and was so haopy that I had. I love the unique and different and that is exaxtly what art beads do for me. I have to admit that I hoard my art beads and keep them for special designs. I think that is a favorite pass time for me finding a new designer. Thank you for the last seven years it has been wonderful.
freshbakeddesigns
March 20, 2014 at 4:36 pmHappiest of Birthdays, Art Bead Scene! This blog in itself has been the best gift ever to this jewelry designer. I've been following for a few years now and love all the tutorials and inspiration. Thanks so much!
freshbakeddesigns
March 20, 2014 at 4:40 pmSo very hard to choose, but I pinned Emma Kilroy's gorgeous lamp work beads.
freshbakeddesigns
March 20, 2014 at 4:43 pmA real pleasure to spread this great news about ABS.
Posted on my Facebook page just now.
Congrats to Heather and the team.
lindalandig
March 20, 2014 at 4:55 pmI've been following ABS for so long I can't remember when I started. I use art beads in nearly all my designs.
lindalandig
March 20, 2014 at 4:56 pmI shared this on my FB biz page.
lindalandig
March 20, 2014 at 4:58 pmI pinned this on Pinterest!
lindalandig
March 20, 2014 at 5:01 pmI already follow ABS and have for a long time! 🙂
Susanm
March 20, 2014 at 5:06 pmI'm a bit fuzzy on exactly when I started following ABS, but I've been an avid reader for several years. ABS introduced me to a whole new world of designers and artisan beads/components. I've participated in several monthly challenges and had the thrill of being selected "designer of the week" last year.
Happy Birthday – wishing ABS many more happy years of beadiness.
[email protected]
Nicole DeMore
March 20, 2014 at 5:26 pmHappy birthday ABS!
I've been a follower for a rather short period of time, but I follow fairly religiously. This blog is one of my favorites because there's always new beads to oogle.
Deb Fortin
March 20, 2014 at 6:11 pmI don't recall when i first found this blog but it has been at least a year. like you i was blog link jumping and discovered this wonderful site. Love the inspiration and though i have yet to succumb to the purchase of said art beads I still delight in looking at them
I pinned two of my faves to my pinterest site
Love your featured necklace btw I adore that mix of green and red.
Lorelei Eurto
March 20, 2014 at 6:28 pmI am a forever-follower of art bead scene!!
Lorelei Eurto
March 20, 2014 at 6:29 pmI have PINNED!
Lorelei Eurto
March 20, 2014 at 6:33 pmI blogged the giveaway!
http://lorelei1141.blogspot.com/2014/03/happy-birthday-art-bead-scene.html
Lorelei Eurto
March 20, 2014 at 6:36 pmI first discovered the Art Bead Scene when I was fairly new to the beading scene, 2007 I think? I entered and even WON one of their monthly jewelry challenges for a necklace design I submitted. I remember, I won the cutest little coffee inspired beads! It's always been my go-to blog for up to date news on new bead artists and designers. I contributed for awhile too and that was so much fun and very rewarding to be part of such a great group of creatives. I LOVE YOU ABS!!
Lorelei Eurto
March 20, 2014 at 6:36 pmI first discovered the Art Bead Scene when I was fairly new to the beading scene, 2007 I think? I entered and even WON one of their monthly jewelry challenges for a necklace design I submitted. I remember, I won the cutest little coffee inspired beads! It's always been my go-to blog for up to date news on new bead artists and designers. I contributed for awhile too and that was so much fun and very rewarding to be part of such a great group of creatives. I LOVE YOU ABS!!
Jò
March 20, 2014 at 6:52 pmhappy birthday!
I already followed you, I love ABS!
thank you so much, I love all those prizes, I hope to be lucky 🙂
joyblonde at libero.it
Jò
March 20, 2014 at 6:53 pmI don't know how I found you, I think in one of blog I followed they spoke about you 🙂
joyblonde at libero.it
Monique (A Half-Baked Notion)
March 20, 2014 at 7:06 pmHmmm, when did I discover ABS? Probably soon after I discovered the internet and joined Blogger (May 2012). As a matter of fact, I started my blog a few months later specifically to participate in a monthly challenge here. I bought my first camera to party with, too. Late bloomer. I would guess ABS has had a profound influence on my growth as an artist, and I love discovering art, beads and stories here. Thanks for the lovely way to celebrate your milestone, ladies 🙂
Monique (A Half-Baked Notion)
March 20, 2014 at 7:08 pmI am a follower!
Lynn
March 20, 2014 at 7:17 pmI can't recall when I first came across Art Bead Scene but I am certainly thankful I did. It's been several years now but ABS is the first site I go to when I check my computer in the morning. I have learned so much from all the wonderful artists who have been so great in sharing information. Happy Birthday, ABS!
Lynn Carling
[email protected]
Chris White
March 20, 2014 at 7:37 pmHappy Birthday ABS!
I've been a follower for so long I can't remember how I got hooked, but that I did. I look forward to the blog posts and FB postings. There always seems to be inspiration found either in designs, or the written word from a group of talented artists.
Thank you all, and continued success to ABS.
Thanks too, for the wonderful give-a-ways! Fantastic!
Chris White
March 20, 2014 at 7:38 pmI pinned on Pinterest!
ReneeC
March 20, 2014 at 7:41 pmHi! I've been a follower for a few years and love going to your page for insight and inspiration. Happy Birthday and here's to many more!
Kelly Ramstack
March 20, 2014 at 7:51 pmHappy Birthday! I'm a follower.
Klassy Joolz
March 20, 2014 at 8:21 pmI'm a forever follower….HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!
Klassy Joolz
March 20, 2014 at 8:22 pmI Pinned…
Klassy Joolz
March 20, 2014 at 8:22 pmI posted on FB…
Klassy Joolz
March 20, 2014 at 8:25 pmI started beading in 2007, but I don't remember when I found ABS or started participating in the ABS Challenges…but I love them! ABS is the best…Happy Birthday!
Liona (Blue Merlin Creations)
March 20, 2014 at 8:41 pmHow did I come across Art Bead Scene? No idea! (Though I suspect I might have come across it in Beads and Beyond, my favourite bead magazine!) And I absolutely understand the addictive nature of handmade artbeads, Erin =D
Coffeefreek53
March 20, 2014 at 8:41 pmI am a follower already. I love reading all the neat stuff from you talented ladies.
Gigi Harlan
March 20, 2014 at 9:20 pmI just started following about a month ago and I am about to enter my first challenge!
Gigi Harlan
March 20, 2014 at 9:21 pmI pinned one of the nature pendants from the Etsy site of Mary Harding.
Louise
March 20, 2014 at 9:48 pmHappy Birthday ABS: I am a follower, have been for 6-8 months. I'm not really sure how I found you. Perhaps several times during the past year. I am a fan on Heather Powers, I have her book: Nature Inspired Jewelry. I'm also a fan of Lorelei Eurto and Erin Prais-Hintz, have the book Bohemian Inspired Jewelry, as well as Lorelei's e-book about creating asymmetrical jewelery! I'll pin some prizes and come back later.
Ann Schroeder
March 20, 2014 at 11:00 pmI suspect I found Art Bead Scene through Lorelei Eurto. I fell in love with her jewelry, and then saw that she posted the artists who made the gorgeous beads. I visited every artist's site she mentioned because I never saw an art bead I didn't love! It really opened up a great world of making things based on art in addition to the beads themselves – a painting, a song, a book. Great fun. Happy Birthday, ABS! Thanks to all the editors for their work, and thanks for a great giveaway!
Ann Schroeder
March 20, 2014 at 11:03 pmI am a follower – although I keep changing how, email, RSS feed. I'm trying to organize my blog reading!
Ann Schroeder
March 20, 2014 at 11:04 pmI pinned Tari Sasser's lovely items. What a great picture!
thecolorofdreams
March 20, 2014 at 11:21 pmI've been a follower for a few years and get a lot of insight and inspiration from your posts. Happy Birthday and here's to many more!
Ann Schroeder
March 20, 2014 at 11:26 pmI blogged about this post… http://beadlove.wordpress.com/2014/03/20/happy-birthday-abs/
Carol Briody
March 20, 2014 at 11:52 pmHappy Birthday! Wow, has it been 7 years already?! I stumbled thru 'the rabbit hole' several years ago too..and now come to visit this blog almost everyday, including weekends! I love seeing what's new, what's happening, and to chat with the most excellent designers! Thank you! Let's do another 7, or more!
Carol
KayzKreationz
March 21, 2014 at 3:41 amI am a follower of ABS and love it.
Kaythomerson(at)hotmail.com
KayzKreationz
March 21, 2014 at 3:44 amNot sure when I started following it, but probably for a couple of years. I think I found it through a blog hop or another blog I follow and I love the challenges with beads from different designers and the one with the works of art to try to express in your design. I haven't gotten up the courage to try to enter one yet, but I always try to figure out a design from the art. It really inspires me.
kaythomerson(at)hotmail.com
KayzKreationz
March 21, 2014 at 3:48 amJust tweeted about your post and giveaway.
https://mobile.twitter.com/kayzkreationz/status/446855412080320512?screen_name=kayzkreationz
kaythomerson(at)hotmail.com
KayzKreationz
March 21, 2014 at 3:52 amJust pinned Heathers giveaway. I love her beads. Actually I love everyone's beads here on ABS. 🙂
http://www.pinterest.com/pin/68820700530333229/
kaythomerson(at)hotmail.com
Terri Del Signore
March 21, 2014 at 3:59 amI am a follower through bloglovin so I always get the latest post!
Thank you for all you do and most important HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
Lupe Meter
March 21, 2014 at 5:43 amI have been a follower for awhile now and always check out the wonderful free tutorials and challenges! Happy Birthday, ABS!!
Pepita
March 21, 2014 at 6:59 amHappy birthday and congratulations for a great blog, I love to read all the post!
I'm am already a follower!
Alenka
[email protected]
justbeadey
March 21, 2014 at 10:10 amWow, want an achievement, Happy Birthday. I found Art Bead Scene after buying a bracelet from Daisychain Designs who had made it for your May 2012 challenge. A few month's later I was entering the monthly challenges, my designs moved from fairly safe and standard to more quirky as I merged colours, shapes and materials in a very different way. Thank you ABS for your inspiration and ongoing advice.
sasha + max studio
March 21, 2014 at 10:52 amWow, seven years, happy birthday, and can I say it's been many happy posts to read from fabulous artists. I too found you in 2009, possibly via Lorelei's blog. You guys are a wonderful part of this world I call the beady community. Thanks so much for all the posts, with many more to come in this wonderful international community. Vicki x
Leah Curtis
March 21, 2014 at 11:17 amHappy birthday, ABS!! Without a doubt one of my favourite blogs. I'm already a subscriber!
Leah Curtis
March 21, 2014 at 11:19 amI'm fairly sure I found ABS through Lori Anderson. I read her blog front to back when I found it and did the same with ABS! It has definitely help me find (and become addicted to!) more art bead artists out there.
kerensky
March 21, 2014 at 11:29 amI am a follower and love this blog – it is my creative treat with my coffee 🙂
kerensky
March 21, 2014 at 11:30 amHappy Birthday – ABS
Leah Curtis
March 21, 2014 at 11:37 amI shouted about it on my FB page, too. 🙂
Lori Schneider
March 21, 2014 at 11:41 amCongratulations on 7 wonderful years
they goodies are so wonderful i'd love to win them all
[email protected]
kerensky
March 21, 2014 at 2:04 pmI found ABS through Google search – what a lucky find.
Armored Mermaid
March 21, 2014 at 2:06 pmHappy Birthday! (: I've been a follower since the new year, and I love all the mixed media inspirations.
Oh, I also pinned one of the beads above to my pinterest page. (:
Jennifer Pellicone
March 21, 2014 at 2:25 pmHAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!
I have been a follower of Art Bead Scene for several years. It gives me challenges to meet every month which have spurred me on and allowed me to grow as a bead and jewelry designer.
Thanks for being here!
cspmom at gmail dot com
Nan Smith
March 21, 2014 at 4:24 pmI have been following for the last year. Discovered this wonderful blog through Lori's BSBP and rarely miss a post. The contributors are all wonderful and I've participated in a few of the monthly challenges too. Such great challenges and this site has introduced me to some amazing artists. Happy Birthday!!!!!
Shaiha
March 21, 2014 at 5:51 pmHappy Birthday! I have been a follower now for about three years and the monthly challenges are some of my favorites.
Shaiha
March 21, 2014 at 5:55 pmI shared on FB
https://www.facebook.com/sShaiha/posts/10203293688092473?stream_ref=10
Shaiha
March 21, 2014 at 6:02 pmI shared on PInInterest
http://www.pinterest.com/pin/40039884161511734/
Shaiha
March 21, 2014 at 6:03 pmI don't even recall just how I found ABS since it has been a few years ago. Entering the monthly challenges has really allowed me to stretch my wings as far as my designs go.
Skye
March 21, 2014 at 7:36 pmHappy b-Day, ABS!
I am indeed a follower 🙂 I'm not sure just when I found you all here… a few years ago, anyhow 🙂 I know I lurked for a bit before finally jumping in and joining a challenge or two )
NellieVA
March 21, 2014 at 10:11 pmHappy 7! After meeting Heather and Erin this means even more! Keep up the fun!!
[email protected]
NellieVA
March 21, 2014 at 10:13 pmHappy 7! After meeting Erin and Heather this means more! Keep up the fun.
[email protected]
Erin S
March 22, 2014 at 12:15 amI don't even remember when I first discovered art bead scene. I've been following it for several years, and it has always been a wonderful source of inspiration. I've participated in a few of the challenges, and won some awesome swag from multiple talented artists. Keep it up–you guys ROCK!
Erin S
March 22, 2014 at 12:15 amI'm a follower!
Mackin-Art
March 22, 2014 at 1:25 amHappy Birthday!!!!
I'm already a follower and sometime participant.
Mackin-Art
March 22, 2014 at 1:30 amI found the ABS back in 2010 and I try to actively participate as often as possible. It forces me to work differently than my typical work – beaded sculptures that can take 6 months plus to complete. Creating in a smaller format and much smaller time frame is a great boost to creativity.
Susan Lloyd
March 22, 2014 at 1:30 amhappy happy day! I already follow you!
Susan Lloyd
March 22, 2014 at 1:31 amI pinned
Susan Lloyd
March 22, 2014 at 1:31 amI shared on fb
Susan Lloyd
March 22, 2014 at 1:33 amwhen I first discovered blogs of jewelry, I first found Lori Anderson's pretty Things. I then looked at the blogs she followed and found you so you were one of the first handful that I followed! love your designs!
Mackin-Art
March 22, 2014 at 1:33 amPinned!!!
http://www.pinterest.com/pin/191051209166932495/
Karin G
March 22, 2014 at 10:25 amI think I discovered the Art Bead Scene about a year ago when I started blogging. Since then I've participated in almost every monthly challenge. These challenges have been wonderful inspirations to follow new paths, to gain confidence, discover so many talented artists. I could never thank ABS enough for all this!
Happy Birthday Art Bead Scene!
Karin G
March 22, 2014 at 10:26 amOf course I'm a follower of Art Bead Scene!
Cory Tompkins
March 22, 2014 at 1:21 pmI first found ABS through a Facebook Group I joined. Around the same time I started to realize how much I loved lampwork beads and I wanted to see (and have) more specialty beads. I'm not sure the exact day or way I got here but I immediately fell in love with all the incredibly talented designers and their little handmade treasures. Since then I have bought, traded and coveted lots of artbeads. I have even started making my own little treasures!!! I am so excited about this, I am working with polymer clay and I can't keep my hands out of it. Every chance I get I am creating something in clay and I LOVE it! Thanks Art Bead Scene for all you do and for a chance to win some awesome prizes!
Cory Tompkins
March 22, 2014 at 1:25 pmHappy Birthday ABS! I have been a follower for a few years.
Despina
March 22, 2014 at 2:24 pmHappy birthday, I am a happy email subscriber and reader 🙂
Thank you for the wonderful prizes and the ongoing inspiration <3
[email protected]
Despina
March 22, 2014 at 2:26 pmI shared the giveaway on FB as Despina Vnt:
https://www.facebook.com/despina.vnt/posts/10203661495037177?stream_ref=10
and on Pinterest as DESPINA VNT:
http://www.pinterest.com/pin/282600945342010094/
[email protected]
Despina
March 22, 2014 at 2:28 pmI pinned all the prizes, on this board:
http://www.pinterest.com/despinavnt/products-i-love/
🙂
[email protected]
Despina
March 22, 2014 at 2:30 pmI think I discovered the blog from one of the blogs of its contributors, and it must have been at least 2 years since I am following it 🙂
Thank you all for the regular posts, the inspiration and the chance to get to know the work and personalities of the wonderful artisans featured in your posts.
Love to all
xx
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Michelle Kidwell
March 22, 2014 at 2:32 pmHi! I am a brand new follower and am absolutely love love loving what I see!
Paula Michalowski
March 22, 2014 at 3:33 pmI have been a follower for about 4 or 5 years now. I have gotten much enjoyment and inspiration from ABS in that time. Happy Birthday!
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Paula Michalowski
March 22, 2014 at 3:35 pmI also pinned 3 gifts, #1, 3, and 6.
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Paula Michalowski
March 22, 2014 at 3:38 pmAnd I posted to facebook too!
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stregajewellry
March 23, 2014 at 12:35 amHappy birthday ABS. I think I became a follower of this blog by reading YOUR blog, Erin. I want to join the giveaway bash. Art Bead Scene has inspired me to use art beads for my best projects, not necessarily the ones I sell or make for blog challenges, but the ones I give to family or friends, the ones that have meaning. One of these days, I'll be in a better spot and will be able to use more of them. It always makes me happier to use an art bead in a project.
stregajewellry
March 23, 2014 at 12:39 amI pinned the giveaway to my Stregajewellry pinterest board Inspiring Jewelry ([email protected])
stregajewellry
March 23, 2014 at 12:43 amI tweeted this giveaway! ([email protected].
stregajewellry
March 23, 2014 at 12:44 amI shared this giveaway on both my Facebook pages (Strega Jewellry AND Lee Koopman) Any one of these would be awesome to win!
elisabeth
March 23, 2014 at 1:25 amHappy Birthday – I pinned and already follow. I found ABS through the monthly challenges and fell in love with art beads!
laurie
March 23, 2014 at 2:34 amHappy birthday! Read and follow off and on. Lee koopman posted and it reminded me to visit!
luluvision
March 23, 2014 at 10:15 pmHappy Birthday! I have become a follower and look forward to your inspiring posts!
patodat
March 24, 2014 at 1:32 pmI found ABS through an interest in Heather Power's Humblebeads blog. I loved the help and encouragement I ground here. I really liked meeting new artist through the blog. One of my favorites was Salvage Sparrow and I donated to a fund for her because of her horrific auto accident…it felt like family. Thank you all so to the contributors. I was even lucky enough to win a monthly challenge several years ago…so let's celebrate. Happy b-day ABS
patodat
March 24, 2014 at 1:39 pmI pinned my gift favorite and challenged my friends on my Clay Addict board to join in on the contest.
Kristi Jaro
March 24, 2014 at 7:41 pmI am a Follower!!
Kristi Jaro
March 24, 2014 at 7:43 pmI pinned my favorite prize!
http://www.pinterest.com/pin/189503096795084104/
Kristi Jaro
March 24, 2014 at 7:44 pmI do not remember how I found you, but I was a follower from the first day I landed on the blog!
Becky Pancake
March 25, 2014 at 12:21 pmI am a follower. I read this wonderful site everyday.
Becky Pancake
March 25, 2014 at 12:21 pmHappy Birthday. I posted on facebook about your birthday.
Becky Pancake
March 25, 2014 at 12:22 pmI tweeted about your Happy Birthday giveaway.
Becky Pancake
March 25, 2014 at 12:24 pmI pinned Emma Kilroy's beads but honestly I would be very happy with any of your giveaways. Thank you for this chance to win some great presents.
Colleen
March 25, 2014 at 8:18 pmI "discovered" this blog at Heather's fall retreat when you guys brought it up. I've been following along and have actually made a couple pieces inspired by the artwork. I really love art beads and love that this blog has introduced me to even more artists to buy yummy stuff from.
Debra Gibson
March 26, 2014 at 2:14 pmHappy Birthday ABS ! I have been a follower for a few years! I started following Heather of Humblebeads, and found ABS been addicted ever since. I pinned the pretty pendant by Mary Harding !!It was hard to choose!
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Pepita
March 28, 2014 at 6:53 pmI came accros the Art Bead Scene blog by chance, following some other blogs. From then I read each blog post, don't miss any of them.
the tutorials, featured artists and the posts themself are of great inspiration for me. Hope to have more time to participate in one of the ABS monthly challenges.
Alenka
Berina RGA
March 29, 2014 at 2:41 amI'm a new follower here.. Happy that I have found this blog!!
-Berina
Moxie Craftie
Berina RGA
March 29, 2014 at 2:44 amI just discovered this wonderful blog… it is a shame that I didnt know about this blog till now.. I have missed all these beauties… I'm sstill going through all the designers blogs… Will pin the one that Ilike the most and comment about it.. Each new design I see, I feel it is more beautiful…
-Berina
Moxie Craftie
Berina RGA
March 29, 2014 at 2:44 amand yeah.. I forgot to mention that I have added the link in my blog sidebar.. thanks for the giveaway!!
-Berina
Moxie Craftie
Berina RGA
March 29, 2014 at 3:00 amI couldnt pin just 1!!! I have created a whole new board!!! Still more pages to see!! Will be adding more to the board.. 🙂
http://www.pinterest.com/rgaberina/art-beads/
-Berina
Moxie Craftie
Kala
March 30, 2014 at 6:12 pmThanks for the birthday giveaway bash. I'm already a follower.
Kala
March 30, 2014 at 6:13 pmI also shared on my twitter – https://twitter.com/MayBJustPerhaps
Kala
March 30, 2014 at 6:15 pmI pinned the earrings by Claire Lockwood because I love the color palette she used for them. http://www.pinterest.com/pin/2603712259206509/
Kala
March 30, 2014 at 6:20 pmFinally, I first discovered Art Bead Scene in 2012 and loved the monthly art piece as a creative inspiration because I'm an art history major!