Swarovski Crystal Pearls
The Albuquerque summer keeps shining on - and so do our beads. Today was my first day back in New Mexico after 10 days in New York. It was a lovely family trip, but I was excited to get back to Poppyfield. The New Mexico sun hit me hard after all that moist haze and shade. Then, I walked into the cool of the store and was reminded of how lucky I am. I spend my days surrounded by the shimmer of colored glass, punctuated by visits from all sorts of creative people. Solange and I had a busy day today and it was just great to be helping pick colors and selling beads.
Product News
I am getting ready to teach some more wire/ metal classes - including forging (hammering). In preparation for that I've now got chasing hammers and bench blocks for sale. Stay tuned for more on this class and other upcoming wire classes.
Class News
A Medallion Mix
There is still some room in the Mixed Media Medallion Class this Saturday 1-4 pm. This class sold out last month and was very popular. You will learn a variety of techniques including a peyote stitch bezel of a cabachon, working with paper, fabric, and adhesives. There is also instruction in making a wire spiral and wrapped linked bail - all this in 3 hours for only $25. This is the last class for this project -so don't miss out! Appropriate for all levels.
Other upcoming classes with a few spaces left are:
Margo's RAW Bon Bons on Saturday, July 23rd from 1-4 for $25 - You can make a bracelet with 7 gorgeous rivolis or substitute an 8 mm pearl or bead for a different look. ( Not for brand new beaders.)
My Mexican Fan Earrings class Monday July 18th 6-9 or Saturday July 30th 1-4 for $25. All levels class - appropriate for beginners too.
This teaches another very versatile technique for bezeling and embellishing a large round bead.
Delicas and crystal bicones - YUM!
Check the Classes Page for pics and more details about these and other classes in August and September.
Gingko Class With Diane Fitzgerald Soon to Sell Out
I've promised to let you know as Diane's November classes fill up and this one is almost full. You can register by phone with a credit card (Master or Visa) or come in to the store. I've got a sample on display. Diane promises to send me samples of the Moorish Tile Beaded Beads and the Tropical Bauble at the end of the month.
Remember- Tuesday is OPEN BEADING from 1-4 - I am available to help you with your beadwork and wire work.
