Some projects I've been working on

One reason I've been slacking off on my blog is because I've been working on all of these lightbulb necklaces and earrings. I have had so much fun picking colorful beads and then assembling these necklaces and earrings. These will definitely be showing up in my Etsy shop soon. Happy crafting everyone.

The "lightbulb" just went on...in the form of necklaces

I just got an interesting email from Etsy. They sent me a link to a conversation about how to put some heart and soul into your Etsy shop. Soul is that quality that tells a buyer your product was lovingly made by a real person who loves his or her art. The link talks about how to convey that soul into every aspect of your Etsy shop. Check it out here. I've been putting some "soul" into a new product line that will be going into my Etsy shop soon. Above is a little sample. Any advice on pricing, color suggestions, etc.? I would love to hear from you.

The most fascinating glass beads

I discovered this Etsy artist about a year ago. Her work simply astounds me. How can such a little bead hold my attention for so long? I've recently started thinking about making jewelry. My grandfather created jewelry and I think I'm starting to get the bug. Beads, rocks, marbles, and stones have always fascinated me. Jewelry making would be a nice creative outlet for my immense love of beads. I'll keep you posted.