Greetings Beady Friends.... It has been a while since my last post and even longer since my last email to my customers. Thanks to those who were concerned about me. I have been fine but overly busy. Wendy and I have been training June, our newest addition to the Poppyfield team. Now that June is working independently I can get back to blogging and emailing to keep you all up to date about what's new at the shop.
Margo's Rivoli Roundel
Right now we have a bunch of new learning opportunities. Just up ahead is Margo's new Rivoli Roundels Necklace. It is beautiful and unique and uses 3 rivolis that are just gorgeously embellished. As I mentioned in the email, I had been blocked from sending the large customer emails - there are just so many of you now (YAY!!). Although we did a little target email to Margo's past students, some of you may have been left out. I apologize. I am HAPPY to report that there are still available places in the class. It is coming up soon... 3 Mondays: Nov 12, 19, 26 6-9 PM $75. It isn't too late... Call the shop or come by ASAP to register.
Free Wire Classes
A Little Romance
Just in time for you to make your holiday gifts. Saturday, Nov 17th 10 AM - noon, I will be teaching A Little Romance - Chandelier Earrings. This class is free, and I will have kits available for purchase. Stay tuned for kit colors and prices.
Saturday, December 1st 10 AM - noon another free wire class is planned. So save the date! I will be unveiling the design soon. Stay tuned.
Painted Roses
From Vintage to Modern - COLORING METAL
Vintage brass does not mean dull and boring. Vintaj Patina Pigments make it possible to permanently color oxidized brass. No messy or toxic chemicals needed. It is a simple as painting! I have worked out a simple 3 step technique for creating these beautiful PAINTED ROSES. We will have our first metal painting class on Saturday, December 1st from 3-5 PM. I will provide all materials and walk you through the process. Everyone painted as a kid. Bring that spirit back in this FUN class. You will be able to complete a rose pendant in the class. Class size will be limited to 6 students. Don't miss out. $40 including materials.
Make your own gifts with our new findings (seen here)
Poppy Gallery
We are expanding our finished-work gallery for the gift giving season. We now have silk scarves from local artist Bishop at Brave and Crazy Designs. If you like extra sparkle, check out our crystal jewelry from Desert Gems, imported from Israel. New felt bags from Nepal will be here soon. We will continue to expand throughout the holiday season. Come and see how we blossom. All finished work is returnable.
Reaching Out
Customer Kudos - How Exciting
Bonnie Vigil has a design in the gallery section of Jill Wiseman's book on Beaded Ropes from Lark Books. We have this book in stock - and it looks chock full of designs you'll want to try.
Two of my own designs have been chosen for Bead and Button Magazine this summer.
Let me know if you have work published and I'll post it here and brag for you.
Hope To See You Soon
Peace and Beads
Julia
