Dutch artist Ambrosius Bosschaert was inspired by exotic flowers which became a national obsession during the 1600s. The May inspiration art piece “Vase with Flowers in a Window” was painted in 1620 and reflects the artists love of nature…
It’s that time of year again! Registration for Bead Cruise 2014 is now open. Bead Cruise 2014 will set sail from Miami, Floridia for 7 nights of beads, friends and fun! We’ll sail on Royal Caribbean’s Adventure of Seas to St. Maarten,…
4 Handmade Stoneware Rustic Key Beads 7 Handmade Ceramic Buttons 5 Ceramic Link Beads 4 Handmade Ceramic Owl Beads This month, we’re visiting Beadfreaky, a gorgeous stoneware and porcelain bead shop run by artist Chris Hoffer. When I first…
Each week the Art Bead Scene features a Designer of the Week. One of our editors picks her favorite from the Monthly Challenge entries. This week’s winner is Leah C. You can see her bracelet here. Here is what ABS editor Tari Sasser had…
Happy Sunday!!! This months theme is animal beads. Please share your great finds of Animal beads in the comment box. Thank you for the fantastic links! Bee and Flower cab from Blueberry Beads Little Bunny Rabbit Bead by TreeWings…
Copper wire from www.justwire.etsy.com ceramic mini beads from www.gaea.cc…
Would you like to see your jewelry in a magazine? It’s a great thrill to see your work on the bookshelves of your favorite bead shop or craft store! Having publishing credits adds creditablity to designers who are starting…
Color Cord Mixes from the Jewelry Accord Shop Need a jumping off point for your next jewelry design? Try a color cord mix from the Jewelry Accord Shop on Etsy. Lori Eurto does a fantastic job of creating pretty…
Each week the Art Bead Scene features a Designer of the Week. One of our editors picks her favorite from the Monthly Challenge entries. This week’s winner is Kathy of PajegoArtHouse. You can see her necklace here. Here…
Happy Sunday and Happy Mothers Day!!! This months theme is animal beads. Please share your great finds of Animal beads in the comment box. These are some I found by our Art Bead Scene editors. Alpaca button by Creative Impressions…