Spring Forward

Dogwood and Pussy Willows by Margo Field

I saw my first tumbleweed this morning, rolling down Wyoming Blvd. The winds have gone mad already. So, Spring can only be just around the corner. Perhaps it's even here. To celebrate, we have a new spring class by Margo Field: Dogwood and Pussy Willows. It is some serious beadwork that you can really sink your teeth into. Isn't it fabulous? Margo strongly recommends Tulip beading needles for this project. These are the new, nearly indestructible needles from Japan. They are almost a pleasure to thread - they are flexible but straighten back out immediately. They are less likely to split thread. I have been using the 10 and 13 sizes for a project I am working on with embellishments that require tight beading. I can only say that they are indispensable, and I would not be able to complete the project without them. They are more expensive than the Pony brand, but you probably will only need to replace them when you lose them. They are available in only a handful of bead shops around the country, and I am pleased to say...we are one of them!

Upcoming Poppyfield Classes

Intro to Beaded Kumihimo this Monday evening! March 5th and 12th, 6-9 PM, $40.

Intro to Bead Embroidery, Mondays, March 19th and 26th, 6-9 PM, $40.

Dogwood and Pussy Willows, Mondays April 16th, 23rd, 30th 6-9 PM, $65.

The Intro classes are geared toward beginners, but suitable for all levels.

The Dogwood and Pussy Willows class is for intermediate to advanced beaders only.

New Products

• We've got a great new selection of toggle clasps: Stars, Hearts, and more... as well as the old favorites . Most are available in silver plate, copper plate, and brass.
• Brass Cuffs in 1" and 2" widths
• New Delica colors are out for your purchase and pleasure
• Select colors of Swarovski 3 mm bicones: including Jet 2AB (as well as our regular supply of Preciosa crystal)
• Sugar skull charms in brass and silver
• Every expanding Kumihimo department - disks, plates, satin, nylon, leather cord
• April issue of Bead and Button - only 5 left.

Poppyfield Reminders

Monday is late night - we are open til 8:00 PM

Studio Poppy - bright, well lit, and smoke free, is available for your beading pleasure at no charge.(as long as we don't have a class running)

Hope to see you soon!!!

Beaded Beauty

I love when my customers bring in their finished work to show me what the beads have become. This published pattern of Marilyn Monroe was beaded by Lillian Martinez after we picked delicas together. Every so often, a listed color isn't available. But, here's a beautiful illustration that you can deviate from the recommended colors and still end up with a great finished piece. I am sure I am going to get requests for this pattern. It is by Ann Benson of Beads East.

I am very excited about what's happening at Poppyfield. We have some great new products now available. Read on....

Beginner Classes - Brand-New Beaders Welcome

(see the classes page for photos)

Intro to Beaded Kumihimo $40:

2 Saturdays, Feb 18th and 25th 1-4 OR

2 Mondays, March 5th and 12th 6-9

Intro to Bead Embroidery $40

2 Mondays, March 19th and 26th 6-9

Drop Everything and Twist - Valentine's Day Project

I am planning a free wire class with a Valentine theme.

Tuesday, February 14th 1-2 PM

Supply list and pic will be posted by the 13th so you can bring any beady goods from home.

New Poppy Products

Now Available for Purchase

• By Request: Tulip Beading Needles sizes 10, 11, 13 - Long lasting, easy to thread, flexible, don't kink or bend. Made in Japan.
• 18 mm Swarovski Rivolis
• Bead Caps and End Caps in a Variety of Styles, Sizes, and Metals
• Magnetic Clasps (2 styles)
• Satin Cord 1, 2 and 3 mm Thick in a Variety of Colors
• Leather Cord 2 mm in a Variety of Colors
• Super Lon Cord Now Sold Individually - Great for Micro Macrame and Kumihimo
• Mood Beads
• Glass Heart Charms
• New Seed Bead Colors
• New Books: Beading Across America, Bead Riffs by Rachel Nelson-Smith, More Kumihimo Necklaces by DeSousa, and more..
• Old Favorites Back in Stock: Beaded Beads by Jean Campbell, Sensational Bead Embroidery by Sherry Serafini, "the Laura McCabe Crystal Book", and more...

Solange and I have been working hard to divide our most expensive beads into small tubes. Each tube contains 1/3 the amount of the larger tubes and is exactly 1/3 the price. We want to make it possible for everyone to use the most precious beads. Come check out our metal spinning display near the counter to see these beads, our new seed bead colors, and new products in general.

Hope to See You Soon!

New Beginnings

Intro to Beaded Kumihimo by Julia Hecht

I've been easing my way back to work and it's been a really nice experience. We had a great wire class last week: The Herringbone Weave Bracelet. Tomorrow I am teaching it again from 1-4 PM. We've still got some places left. So, if you are thinking about wire - this would be a great class - Participants will learn wrapped loops, weaving with narrow gauge wire, and creating your own clasp. A great deal for $25. Give us a call to find out more, or sign up.

New Classes

Introduction to Beaded Kumihimo Weaving with Julia Hecht (see pic above):

2 Saturdays, Feb 18th and 25th 1-4 PM or March 5th and 12th, 6-9 PM. $40.

Learn the ancient art of Japanese braiding with the portable, modern Kumihimo disc. Weave a fiber necklace in a distinct spiral pattern, tie off and finish with findings - great for hanging beadwork. With the basic technique mastered in session one, we will use session 2 to weave with beads on every strand and create a fully beaded bracelet. Kumihimo will open a world of possibilities for creating beaded ropes in a variety of patterns. Geared to Beginners.

Bead Embroidered Pendant and Kumi Rope by Julia Hecht

Intro to Bead Embroidery with Julia Hecht: 2 Mondays March 19th and 26th, 6-9 PM

$40. Learn to create a beautiful beaded and embellished focal piece and bail using embroidery and bezeling techniques. Geared to Beginners.

Coming soon: Advanced Classes

Modern Heart Necklace with Julia Hecht

Dogwood and Pussy Willow Necklace with Margo Field

New Poppy Products

We are happy to announce that we will be selling precious metal seed beads in smaller more affordable tubes. We are dividing the larger tubes by thirds and they will be sold for 1/3 the price. The 30 g tubes will still be available for purchase, but will not be hanging, so please ask at the counter. This is a process...we are starting with the size 11's. We would be happy to get a tube ready for you if it isn't out yet. Just let us know.

The new Beadwork magazine has arrived.

On the Way: Expected Next Week

18 mm Rivolis

Tulip Beading Needles sizes 10, 11, 13 (flexible but don't kink or stay bent!)

Tulip Fine Awls

Full stock of Kumihimo supplies including satin cord in 1-3 mm widths and leather cord. Kumihimo findings including end caps and bails.

More books and magazines

Hope to see you soon!!!