I’ve been so remiss in posting this week – it’s been one of those weeks where not a lot that seems post-worthy has been going on. Mom’s been working instead of recovering from surgery – bah. I had a dermatologist appointment and now have a small hole in my forehead after the removal of a stupid spot.… Read More
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Friday’s Random Bits
- A favorite moment of last weekend’s Saturday class – Kathryn pulling out a bracelet from my display case and inquiring, “why don’t you teach this??” Um, Kath? You made that bracelet. In Rebecca’s class, and it was too big for you, so you gifted it to me.
Best laid plans
First off, what a great weekend we had! I taught classes on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, and it was one of those times when you laugh so much your face hurts. My dear sister of the heart, Kathryn, was feeling well enough to attend which made me thrilled beyond belief.… Read More
Home is where…
- the beads are
- the fur babies are
- chaos reigns supreme…as evidenced by the photo!
That table is where I plan on holding two classes this weekend, and yet, as you can see, the table was covered in STUFF as of noon today.… Read More
Almost there
I had a great day’s drive Tuesday. Lots of energy, no rest stop naps required. I listened to my book on CD most of the way, and a new music CD the rest of the time. And after today’s miles, I get to love on my very own fur babies!… Read More
Workin’ my way south again…
The show is all over for the year now. I’m following everyone’s travels home via Facebook – although most of those folks are already in their own beds! Flying is for cheaters. Real beaders drive. LOL!
I haven’t yet talked about my booth neighbor, Dolly Ahles.… Read More
Wait…last day? Really?
This show is such a good news/bad news kinda thing. The good news is you’ll be surrounded by happy beady people, the best of the best in beads and inspiration, and you’ll acquire amazingly cool things. The bad news is that you’ll be physically exhausted most of the time, you’ll lack sleep, your voice will go out by the end of each day, and when it’s all over, you’ll be SO SAD!… Read More
The view from Milwaukee
It’s like Christmas in June. It’s a time when all the best beaders in the country converge on the unlikely location of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and we reunite as the chosen family we are. People I only get to see once or twice a year, but yet are vitally important in my world.… Read More
Mea Culpa
From June: If you purchased a kit or pattern of Regal Square Stitch bracelet at Stafford last weekend, please e-mail me at june@tapestrybeads. The color graph is correct, but the word chart is incorrect.
Off to the races!
Today was the saddest excuse for a quick exit that I’ve ever participated in. I had, at one time, hoped to be on the road to Houston for this weekend’s Stafford Bead Market by noon. Whereupon I’d set up my booth leisurely Friday afternoon, and then spend a relaxing night at the hotel before the show opens on Saturday.… Read More
No…really?
So I’m sound asleep Tuesday morning, like usual. Okay, maybe it was late Tuesday morning, but whatever. It’s not like you’re surprised by that, right? And all of a sudden I hear the doorbell ring. And without a moment’s hesitation, decide to ignore it.… Read More
Friday’s Random Bits…a little late
When the heck did Friday sneak up? Doggone it all, I hate it when I lose track of the days.
- I leave a week from today for a show in Houston and then leave straight for Milwaukee from there and I can’t possibly get all I want to get accomplished in such a time frame.
Focus…focus…
…and finish something, darn it! Anything!
I’m the world’s worst project finisher. Today, for example, I worked for a little while on a kumihimo sample for my Quick & Easy Kumihimo class proposal for 2010. Then I got bored. So I spent some time beading on a Hollywood Hula Hoop sample, since I got notification today that the 2mm Swarovski crystals I’ve been waiting for got shipped out – and now I will need the sample for the Bead & Button Show in a few weeks.… Read More
Money making idea
I had two classes here at the home studio today, and as usual, we had a rip-roaring good time. We’re going to be losing two of our regular gang of students to moves over the next few months, and they’re already lamenting the loss of getting to attend our classes.… Read More
You can vote for the next Bead Star!
Working on that Kumihimo necklace yesterday got me flexing some jewelry making muscles that have been long dormant. I’m feeling the itch. Perhaps I’ll work on a few pieces over the months to put in my back pocket until the next Bead Star competition comes around.… Read More
Friday’s Random Bits and a little more
Where did this week go? Well, parts of it went to:
- A/C repair, and then a nap under the blankets because by comparison to our sweltering weekend, the house felt chilly
- A class at the house Tuesday night which required whirling dervish cleaning techniques and last minute instruction writing
- A trip to San Marcos on Wednesday, 30 min.
Help is on the way
Oh, thank goodness! Mr. Air Conditioning Repair Dude is on the way. I won’t have to suffer much longer.
And why is it we often make things so much harder than they have to be? I had an epiphany in the wee hours about how to make the new Encore bracelet much easier to make.… Read More
No A/C in Texas is NOT FUNNY
Oh, what a weekend it’s been at Casa Tapestry Beads. Oh, the misery. Around mid-day Saturday, I mentioned to Mom that we were already at the time of year where the air conditioning can’t keep up with the heat…but even as I said it out loud, it seemed wrong.… Read More
Friday’s Random Bits
- I like the random things lists, so it’s going to be a new Friday ritual. Until I forget or get bored.
- Why have all the sleeves on shirts gotten so short? I’m a fluffy body type and I need sleeves. Not flutter wingy looking things.
Beading under the influence
Oh my. Do I feel dopey!! In an effort to help with my helpless sleep schedule, Mom passed along some of her sleeping pills to me, and I decided to take them around 3am. Yup, that’s early for me. But I HATE the way they make me feel.… Read More