As the cool weather makes it way over to us, it seems natural to cozy up at home. For us "Beaders" that means little piles of sparking colors on our mats, our "beaders" glasses on our noses, and flicking on our lamps as the sun sets. Winter is perfect beading weather! At Poppyfield, we have lots of good stuff happening to keep you well-stocked with ideas (and beads) as the cold weather approaches.
Bead and Button has released 2 fabulous issues. The first is a special issue for Christmas with a number of gift ideas and ornament patterns. In that issue there's also a feature piece on Paula Adams, whom many of you know personally. Even more of you are fans and followers of her amazing geometric ornaments. We sold 10 copies of this special issue in just couple of days, and more are on their way to us. We have plenty of copies of the December issue shown here. Although not considered a special issue, it is also chock full of holiday designs. There's a feature on memory wire and we DO carry memory wire...so don't hesitate to check our wire department, if that project interests you.
Sonja's Bracelet Class with Wendy Speare
Saturday, Nov 18th
1:00-4:00 PM
$35 (+materials)
Advanced Beginner
I just finished making Wendy's new original design and it is a really cool pattern for a number of reasons. First, it is a clever design that is both edgy and feminine. Secondly, it uses CzechMate beads and so once you make one, you can make other versions with other beads from this line, as they are interchangeable. Thirdly, it is a type of modified peyote stitch and very satisfying to stitch, in that way that peyote stitch is for those of us who love it.
Come see our samples.
I just made one that is "khaki and fuchsia" and follows Wendy's pattern exactly. I am about to start a modified version with a couple of substitutions... so stay tuned for that one.
Finally, it is named for our dear customer Sonja Ensey, who passed away this past year. We do miss her feisty and creative spirit and this bracelet is a great tribute to her.
Pot-Pourri of Quick and Pretty Designs
One of our suppliers, Starman, has provided us with a pot-pourri of quick and pretty designs that we'll be sharing through our Friday Happy Hour -FREE Beading Event. The first one is this Friday. Come join us!
Join us for our FREE Happy Hour Beading Event
Friday 11/3 4:30-6:00 PM
Beaded By Sylvia Abeyta
These sweet "snowflakes" make a great gift.
Learn to use 3-holed and 4-holed beads.
Fun to make and to wear.
There's no registration:
JUST SHOW UP!
How it works:
We will provide you a printed pattern at the event.
The supply list is below. Feel free to bring what you have, and fill in with what you need.
We hope you will buy some beads from us.
Join us for a fun and supportive beading event at the shop.
Supplies Needed
**Available at Poppyfield Bead Company**
CzechMate 4-holed Quadratiles (12)
CzechMate 3-holed Beams (12)
11/0 Japanese Seed Beads - color A (1g)
11/0 Japanese Seed Beads - color B (1g)
15/0 Japanese Seed Beads - color C (1g)
15/0 Japanese Seed Beads - Color D (1g)
Earring Findings (2)
Thread
Beading Needle
Chain nose pliers
